Yankees, White Sox, and Padres Advance in MLB Wild Card Series; Phillies Force Game 3 Against Braves

The New York Yankees completed a two-game sweep of the Boston Red Sox with a 9-2 victory, securing their spot in the AL Division Series against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Chicago White Sox also swept the Houston Astros 2-0 with a 7-3 win, advancing to face the Cleveland Guardians. In the National League, the San Diego Padres swept the Chicago Cubs 2-0 after a 4-1 win, and will now play the Milwaukee Brewers. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Phillies forced a decisive Game 3 against the Atlanta Braves by winning 4-3 in 10 innings, thanks to a solo home run from Alec Bohm.