Cleveland Guardians beat Chicago White Sox 6-3 to take first place in American League Central

On Wednesday, September 16, 2026, the Cleveland Guardians defeated the Chicago White Sox 6-3 in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. The win moved the Guardians into first place in the American League Central division with a half-game lead over the White Sox. Petey Halpin hit a three-run home run in the sixth inning to break a 3-2 deficit. Parker Messick earned his 12th win, and Cade Smith recorded his 37th save. The White Sox have lost seven of their last nine games and are now trying to secure a wild-card spot.