The White Sox, now 77-74, have seen their lead at the top of the American League Central shrink to just half a game over the Guardians, who improved to 77-75 with the dramatic victory. With only 11 games remaining in the regular season, the division race is becoming increasingly tense.

CLEVELAND, Ohio – After a walk-off win last night, the Cleveland Guardians host the Chicago White Sox in an afternoon rubber match with high stakes today – Wednesday, Sept. 16 – at Progressive Field.

Though White Sox lost the AL Central lead to Guardians after the recent loss, Chiacgo is still in 'driver's seat' to win division.

A comprehensive preview, including betting odds and predictions, for the MLB game between the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians.

CLEVELAND (AP) — Petey Halpin hit a three-run home run in the sixth inning, Parker Messick struck out eight and the Cleveland Guardians moved into first place in the AL Central with a 6-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday.

The White Sox put together an exciting list, which includes the franchise's No. 2 overall prospect.

The White Sox rank eighth in xwOBA across the past 30 days, while the Guardians check in 25th. Additionally, Chicago ranks 28th in BABIP despite sitting ninth in blast-contact percentage during the stretch, so the Pale Hose are set for a splash of statistical correction with the wind blowing out at Progressive Field tonight.

The Chicago White Sox are keeping themselves in first in the American League Central. Chicago got a huge 7-3 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Monday, to keep distance between them and the Guardians in the standings.