# White Sox Playoff Buzz in Chicago

> Chicago fans embrace White Sox playoff run ahead of ALDS clincher.
- Title: White Sox Playoff Buzz in Chicago · Mlb | Shortify
- Summary: Chicago fans embrace White Sox playoff run ahead of ALDS clincher. Chicago fans are excitedly supporting the White Sox as they prepare for Game 3 of the…
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## Chicago buzz ahead of ALDS Game 3
A palpable buzz hovered in and around Rate Field on Wednesday afternoon ahead of a potential clinching Game 3 for the White Sox against the Guardians in the American League Division Series.
## White Sox team popularity
This entertaining, highly likeable White Sox team has achieved secondary news status by pushing the Bears/Packers NFL contest to the background.
## Fan enthusiasm
White Sox assistant general manager Josh Barfield said the city and now the country are embracing the team through street interactions and playoff messages.
## Fan activities
Fans lined up early at Rate Field for the first home playoff games since 2021, wearing jerseys of Munetaka Murakami, Mark Buehrle, Paul Konerko, and others.
## Fan excitement
One 7-year-old fan yelled 'Go White Sox' to passing cars while waiting with his dad to cross the street at Rate Field.
## Manager's perspective
Manager Will Venable noted the team's daily focus on playing in front of fans at home, making the ballpark the center of their summer.
## Key takeaway

Chicago fans are excitedly supporting the White Sox as they prepare for Game 3 of the ALDS, with the team's success sparking city-wide enthusiasm.