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‘Holy Strikeouts’: Ex-MLB Pro Tears Into White Sox After Embarrassing Playoff Exit

The Chicago White Sox struck out a record-breaking 21 times to end their postseason run in 2026. Instead of the White Sox clinching their first postseason series at home, the series shifted to Progressive Field, and they blew a two-game…

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Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 1:25 AM

Key Things to Know

Former MLB player AJ Pierzynski criticized the Chicago White Sox after they struck out 21 times in an ALDS loss.
The Cleveland Guardians defeated the White Sox 2-0 behind a two-run home run from Jose Ramirez.
Chicago set an MLB record for strikeouts in a nine-inning playoff game with 21.

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Former MLB player AJ Pierzynski sharply criticized the Chicago White Sox on Foul Territory after the team struck out 21 times in a 2-0 ALDS finale loss to the Cleveland Guardians. The defeat completed a blown two-game lead, allowing Cleveland to advance to the American League Championship Series.

Chicago's 21 strikeouts set an MLB record for a nine-inning playoff game, bringing their series total to a record 75 strikeouts. Cleveland starter Gavin Williams recorded 12 strikeouts, while Jose Ramirez supplied the decisive offense with a two-run home run.

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