The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 on Saturday at Progressive Field, taking a 1-0 lead in the American League Division Series. The victory gives Chicago the opening edge in the best-of-five matchup as the White Sox continue their postseason run.

Chicago took control in the fourth inning when Munetaka Murakami hit a two-run home run off Cleveland starter Parker Messick. The blast gave the White Sox a 2-0 advantage and provided the game's first scoring after both teams were held scoreless through the opening three innings.

The White Sox added an insurance run in the seventh inning, extending their lead to 3-0 and putting additional pressure on Cleveland's offense.

Chicago's pitching then kept the Guardians from mounting a comeback. Cleveland managed just three hits over the course of the game, while the White Sox bullpen preserved the shutout through the final innings.

Bryan Hudson earned the victory for Chicago, while Grant Taylor recorded the final three outs to finish off the 3-0 win.

The result puts the White Sox two victories away from advancing to the American League Championship Series. Cleveland will have an opportunity to even the series in Game 2 on Monday at Progressive Field before the matchup shifts to Chicago for Game 3.

The Guardians will need a stronger offensive performance after being held scoreless in the series opener, while the White Sox will look to carry their early momentum into the second game.