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Brayan Rocchio hits 2-run homer in 9th to lift Guardians over White Sox 6-5 in AL Central showdown
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 3, 2026
· 2 min read
Brayan Rocchio hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Cleveland Guardians a 6-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series between the top two teams in the AL Central.Cleveland (46-42) rallied from a three-run deficit and ...
Key takeaway Pinch-hitter David Fry launched a solo homer in the seventh that trimmed the Guardians' deficit to 5-4.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio baseball fans may not have a direct stake in the AL Central showdown between the Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox, but the thrilling conclusion to Thursday's game serves as a reminder that the MLB season is heating up. With the Guardians' comeback victory, the division standings remain tight, and fans in the Alamo City can appreciate the competitive spirit on display. The game's dramatic finish, courtesy of Brayan Rocchio's two-run homer, will have implications for the playoff picture, and local fans can look forward to seeing how the rest of the series unfolds. As the season enters its second half, San Antonio residents can stay tuned to see if either of these teams can make a deep postseason run, potentially captivating the attention of the local sports community. The series continues Friday night with a matchup between Anthony Kay and Gavin Williams, a game that could further clarify the AL Central landscape.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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