Juan Soto made history with his first career three-homer game, leading the New York Yankees to a 4-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox and securing the top spot in the AL East. Soto’s impressive performance included a two-run shot in the third inning and solo homers in the fifth and seventh innings. Although he missed the chance to match the record of four home runs in a game, his contributions were crucial to the Yankees’ win.

Pitcher Nestor Cortes delivered a stellar performance, tossing seven shutout innings and striking out nine batters. Luis Robert Jr. of the White Sox spoiled New York’s shutout bid with an eighth-inning RBI single. The Yankees’ bullpen, including reliever Mark Leiter Jr. and closer Jake Cousins, successfully preserved the lead to secure the win.

On the injury front, Yankees’ third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. is likely headed to the injured list with a left elbow injury. The team is awaiting further diagnostic information to make a decision. In the upcoming games, the Yankees will continue to monitor the status of players like Jose Trevino and Ian Hamilton who are working through injuries.

Looking ahead, the Chicago White Sox will send RHP Davis Martin to the mound for Wednesday night’s series finale, while the Yankees had not yet announced their scheduled starter. Despite the loss, the White Sox remain focused on potential returns for players like Yoán Moncada, who has been out of action since early April.

Both teams continue to navigate injuries and roster adjustments as they push through the remainder of the season in pursuit of their playoff aspirations.