A 6-run 6th inning Monday night gave the Chicago White Sox a 7-3 win over the Cleveland Guardians.
The win puts the White Sox 1 1/2 games ahead of Cleveland in the AL Central.
Miguel Vargas had a 2-run home run and Kyle Teel a 2-run double in the 6th inning.
Sean Burke pitched the first 5 innings to pick up his 9th win for the season.
David Fry had a 2-run home run in the 9th inning for the Guardians.
Game 2 in the series is Tuesday night in Cleveland.
September 14, 2026