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Today in White Sox History: October 16

1912 The White Sox continued their climb back into the City Series with a 7-5 win at Comiskey Park that cut the team’s deficit in the Series to 3-2. Joe Benz was the hero, with six innings of relief to…

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 12:18 PM
Today in White Sox History: October 16
Key Things to Know
  • October 16 marks major Chicago White Sox milestones, including clinching the 2005 American League pennant.
  • The White Sox beat the Angels 6-3 in 2005 behind José Contreras's complete game to win the ALCS.
  • In 1923, Chicago rallied in the ninth and walked off in the 10th to claim the City Series title.
The Story in 60 Seconds

On October 16 across franchise history, the Chicago White Sox achieved several notable milestones, highlighted by winning their sixth American League pennant in 2005. Chicago defeated the Los Angeles Angels 6-3 to clinch the 2005 ALCS in five games, capped by José Contreras throwing the pitching staff's fourth consecutive complete game, while Paul Konerko took home ALCS MVP honors.

Other notable October 16 events include a 10th-inning walk-off win against the Chicago Cubs to secure the City Series in 1923, an exhibition victory over the Giants for U.S. soldiers in 1917, and the birth of two-sport standout Dave DeBusschere in 1940. Former South Sider Al Weis also homered in Game 5 of the 1969 World Series for the New York Mets.

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