The Chicago White Sox emerged victorious with a 7-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels, preventing a potential record-breaking loss for the third consecutive day. Chris Flexen delivered a strong pitching performance, striking out seven batters in 6 1/3 innings, securing his first win since May 8. The White Sox, with a record of 39-120, managed to avoid tying the modern major league record for losses, which they shared with the 1962 New York Mets before the recent game against Los Angeles.
The victory against the Angels concluded the home schedule for the White Sox with a 23-58 record. Los Angeles, on the other hand, set a franchise record for losses in a single season with a 63-96 record after the defeat. The Angels struggled to produce offensively with just six hits in the game, five of which came against Flexen.
Chicago took control of the game in the fifth inning, scoring a season-high seven runs, aided by an error from shortstop Jack López. Among the standout performers for the White Sox were Andrew Vaughn, who had three hits, and Lenyn Sosa, who contributed with a two-run double. The Angels faced challenges throughout the series, managing only five runs and 19 hits against the White Sox.
On the injury front, Angels first baseman Nolan Schanuel sat out the game after sustaining a leg injury the night before. However, there is optimism that he may return to play over the weekend. Looking ahead, the Angels will send Reid Detmers to the mound to face the Texas Rangers, while the White Sox will have Garrett Crochet starting against the Detroit Tigers.
The game brought a crowd of 15,678 fans to the stadium on a sunny afternoon, witnessing the White Sox’s commanding performance on the field. The White Sox are now gearing up for a three-game series against Detroit, with hopes of finishing the season on a positive note.