The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3‑0 to claim a shutout victory in Game 1 of their American League Division Series on Saturday.
All three runs were scored by the White Sox while the Guardians were held scoreless throughout the nine‑inning contest.
The win gives Chicago a 1‑0 lead in the best‑of‑five ALDS, putting the Guardians on the brink of an early deficit in the postseason series.
A shutout in a playoff game underscores the strength of the White Sox pitching staff, which prevented Cleveland from generating any offense.
The American League Division Series determines which team will advance to the American League Championship Series, with the winner moving one step closer to a World Series berth.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>