The White Sox clinched a playoff berth Thursday, completing one of baseball's most dramatic reversals after losing 101 games last season and 121 games two seasons prior. According to ESPN, the team clinched at least an AL wild-card spot with their 82nd win of the year. Yahoo Sports reported the clinching came via a 9-1 rout of the Royals and noted the White Sox became the first team to follow consecutive 100-loss seasons by reaching the playoffs.
This marks the White Sox's first playoff appearance in five years. Per multiple outlets, the AL Central title remains within reach for Chicago, though their postseason berth is now secured regardless of how the division race concludes.