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‘Something dirty…’ White Sox star Munetaka Murakami makes wild admission after massive home run

Munetaka Murakami’s two-run homer in the fourth inning set the Chicago White Sox up to claim a Game 1 win, and the Japanese star had a relatable response to his heroics.

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 5:19 AM
‘Something dirty…’ White Sox star Munetaka Murakami makes wild admission after massive home run
Key Things to Know
  • Munetaka Murakami humorously admitted feeling "something a little bit dirty" after hitting his first playoff home run.
  • Murakami's two-run home run in the fourth inning led the Chicago White Sox to a 3-0 victory.
  • The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians to take a 1-0 lead in the ALDS.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami admitted feeling "something a little bit dirty" after hitting a critical two-run home run in Game 1 of the ALDS. The blast in the fourth inning helped propel the White Sox to a 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.

Speaking through his interpreter during the post-game press conference, Murakami gave the candid response when asked what he felt as he yelled toward the dugout. The win gives Chicago a 1-0 series lead in only their second ALDS appearance since 2008.

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