On October 9th in sports history, one significant event took place in 2005 when the Chicago White Sox clinched their first postseason series victory since 1917. The White Sox defeated the Boston Red Sox 5-3 in Game 3 of the American League Division Series (ALDS) at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.
The game was a nail-biter, with the White Sox taking an early lead in the first inning thanks to a two-run homer by Paul Konerko. However, the Red Sox fought back and tied the game in the sixth inning. The White Sox regained the lead in the top of the seventh with a solo home run by catcher A.J. Pierzynski.
The Red Sox threatened to tie the game again in the bottom of the ninth inning, but White Sox closer Bobby Jenks managed to get the final out with the tying run on second base, securing the 5-3 victory and the series sweep for Chicago.
The win marked a significant moment for the White Sox franchise, as it was their first postseason series win in 88 years. The team would go on to defeat the Los Angeles Angels in the American League Championship Series (ALCS) and then sweep the Houston Astros in the World Series, clinching their first World Series championship since 1917.
The 2005 White Sox team was known for their strong pitching staff, led by starting pitchers Mark Buehrle, Jon Garland, Freddy Garcia, and Jose Contreras, as well as a solid bullpen anchored by closer Bobby Jenks. The team also had a powerful lineup, featuring sluggers like Paul Konerko, Jermaine Dye, and Scott Podsednik.
The 2005 ALDS victory over the Red Sox and the subsequent World Series championship run remains a cherished memory for White Sox fans and a significant moment in the team's long and storied history.
