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White Sox End 21-Year Playoff Drought
1 Oct
Summary
- White Sox won their first postseason series in 21 years.
- Their last series win was the 2005 World Series.
- The team lost 102 games last year and 121 two years ago.
The Chicago White Sox have achieved a significant milestone, winning their first postseason series in 21 years. This victory against the Astros in the AL Wild Card series marks a major breakthrough after a prolonged period of struggle.
Their last postseason series win occurred in 2005, the same year they captured the World Series title. That championship season saw the White Sox sweep both the American League Division Series and the American League Championship Series before defeating the Astros in four games to clinch the title.
In the intervening years, the White Sox experienced considerable challenges, including seasons with 102 losses in 2025 and 121 losses in 2024. Their playoff appearances since 2005 have been limited, with early exits in 2008 and 2021, and a longer drought from 2009 to 2019. This 2026 success represents a dramatic turnaround for the franchise.
