The White Sox opened a four-game series. It began July 3, 2026, in Cleveland. A new reliever joined the Guardians before first pitch. Jake Westbrook was the White Sox starter. Their rival pitcher pitched for the Guardians. Slade Cecconi threw for the Guardians in the opener. Toronto viewers could watch on Sportsnet or Sportsnet ONE. Fans also had the network and Baseball Savant for stats. The series started that Friday afternoon in Cleveland.