![]() his breaking stuff not as sharp as it's been this year but he gives us six innings, throws over 100 pitches, three runs, puts us in position to win. Giolito is playing on a one-year deal this season, so he’s set to become a free agent after this year. “When you only score one run and they score three. The White Sox don’t plan to keep starter Lucas Giolito after this season, and will make him available at the trade deadline if they are out of the race, said Nightengale. “It's almost an upset that you don't get the type of outing we've seen every time,” manager Bob Melvin said. By Steve Greenberg Sept 20, 2021, 7:54pm PDT Pocket Flipboard Carlos Rodon in the second inning Monday at Comerica Park. Gavin Sheets doubled to center and scored the go-ahead run on Yoán Moncada's single to right. White Sox Sports MLB White Sox (magic number: 2) lose 4-3 to Tigers, but will they lose Carlos Rodon, too Rodon’s moneymaker an All-Star left arm continues to malfunction. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The plot thickens in both wild card. ON THE FARM: Adam Engel starts his rehab stint for Charlotte, and Harvin Mendoza plays the hero for Winston-Salem. TONIGHT: Dallas Keuchel looks for redemption in a pitching matchup that doesn’t favor him. Jiménez hit a leadoff homer to left, his 16th. Here’s the rundown: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox won a game behind Jimmy Lambert and reduced their magic number by two. He wasn't as lucky in the fourth, when he allowed three hits in an inning for the first time in six starts to allow the White Sox to take the lead. So for me it's game 162."ĭarvish allowed consecutive singles opening the second before retiring the side. ![]() then that's going to be the biggest game for us, so I can't look ahead from there. The Chicago White Sox are closing in on their first division title in 13 years, with their magic number standing at just four as they head into action on Monday. “For me I'm looking at the last game of the season," Darvish said. The three division winners, who are ranked 1-3 regardless of their records The next three best teams by record, regardless of division The top two seeded division winners in each league earn a first-round bye. “I don't think I was at my best obviously, but just managed to get six innings, so I think that part is a plus.”ĭarvish's next start will be either in the regular-season finale on Wednesday at home against the San Francisco Giants or in the wild-card opener. While there are plenty of worthy candidates for rookie of the year, Vaughn’s name should be included.“Not my best," Darvish said. Vaughn was a first baseman that has taken on many forms in 2021, filling the gap for Jiménez, giving José Abreu a day or two off, and serving as a successful designated hitter. In a lights-out rookie season, Vaughn has proven his talent in just about every position. Even Seby Zavala has been connecting the bat for multiple home runs in his short time on the team to be the backup while Grandal is out.īut the biggest story here might be the evolution of Andrew Vaughn. Gavin Sheets, and Jake Burger were other stars that provided consistent run support. This allowed a record-breaking month for Yermín Mercedes. Quite a few players were called up from Charlotte. With the early injuries, the White Sox made a few acquisitions, bringing in Billy Hamilton and Brian Goodwin. Katz has also worked his magic on bullpen arms, ensuring Michael Kopech is back to throwing absolute heat in his relief role while he stretches out for spot starts and a possible starting rotation spot for 2022. ![]() For reference, he ended the 2020 season with an ERA of 6.49. Reynaldo López, post-eye surgery, has been able to have spot starts and appears to be great in this sample size with an earned run average of only 1.08. Katz has worked with Dylan Cease, making Cease a bit more reliable with his command and mentality on the mound. Perhaps one of the smartest decisions happened within the coaching staff with the hire of Ethan Katz. He was extended for two years ahead of the trade deadline, another smart move by the front office. Lynn has had an incredible season with a 10-3 record and an ERA of just 2.26. 'At this point, we're exactly where we've been all year, we're taking care of ourselves. The White Sox can clinch as soon as Tuesday, if they beat the Tigers and Cleveland loses a third straight game to Kansas City. The White Sox also picked up another potential Cy Young candidate, Lance Lynn. The White Sox’s magic number shrunk to two on Monday, as Cleveland dropped both games of a doubleheader against the Royals.
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