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White Sox Set Embarrassing Playoff Record, Guardians Repeatedly Troll Rivals & More as Cleveland Eliminate Chicago in Division Series

After last week’s Thursday Night Football game, sports podcaster Ariel Epstein had plenty to say about the ALDS matchup between the Chicago White Sox and the Cleveland Guardians.

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Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 1:10 PM

Key Things to Know

Cleveland eliminated Chicago from the ALDS with a 2-0 Game 5 victory after trailing the series 2-0.
Chicago struck out 21 times in Game 5, setting an MLB record for a nine-inning postseason game.
Cleveland starter Gavin Williams struck out 12 batters across 5.2 scoreless innings in the series finale.

The Story in 60 Seconds

The Cleveland Guardians defeated the Chicago White Sox 2-0 in Game 5 of the American League Division Series to advance to the ALCS. Cleveland completed a historic comeback from a 2-0 series deficit, with their pitching staff combining for an MLB postseason-record 21 strikeouts in a nine-inning game. Starter Gavin Williams struck out 12 batters over 5.2 scoreless innings, while Chicago managed just three hits.

José Ramírez provided all the offense in the decisive contest by hitting a two-run home run in the fourth inning off an exceptionally low pitch. Following the elimination, the Guardians extensively trolled their rivals on social media, mocking Chicago's pregame music and displaying edited memes poking fun at the White Sox's season coming to an end.

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