White Sox Tie Record with ’62 Mets, Rally Past Angels 3-2
CHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox made history on Tuesday night by tying the 1962 New York Mets for the modern major league record of 120 losses in a season. Despite facing a potential record-breaking loss, the White Sox rallied in the eighth inning to beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2, much to the surprise of their fans.
The game started off with a slow pace, with both teams struggling to score runs. However, the White Sox managed to turn things around in the eighth inning. Andrew Benintendi’s tiebreaking, two-out single proved to be the turning point for the White Sox, helping them avoid setting a new record that night.
Throughout the game, fans expressed their frustration with White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf by chanting “Sell the team!” and booing when the Angels’ Eric Wagaman grounded out to end the game. While some fans were hoping to witness history with a record-breaking loss, they would have to wait at least one more night.
Pitcher Jonathan Cannon delivered an impressive performance, holding the Angels scoreless over six innings. With just five games left in the season, the White Sox have the opportunity to set a record that no team wants – the most losses in a single season.
The White Sox had never experienced such a challenging season, surpassing their previous record of 106 losses. The team reached this milestone earlier in the season when they were defeated by the New York Mets on September 1st. Despite tying the American League record of 119 losses, the White Sox were determined to avoid setting a new record that night.
In the seventh inning, the Angels took a 1-0 lead, putting pressure on the White Sox to make a comeback. However, the White Sox managed to rally in the eighth inning, scoring three runs to secure the victory.
Los Angeles pitcher Jack Kochanowicz had a solid outing, holding the White Sox to just three hits over seven innings. However, the White Sox came back strong in the eighth inning, with Benintendi’s go-ahead single proving to be the decisive moment of the game.
The White Sox’s resilience and determination paid off, as they avoided setting a new record and gave their fans something to cheer about. With the season coming to a close, the White Sox will be looking to finish strong and end on a positive note.
Post-Game Reactions and Analysis
Following the game, White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi reflected on the team’s performance and the support of the fans. “It’s been a long season,” Benintendi said. “I think that people here tonight were maybe trying to see history. But they’re going to have to wait one more day. Maybe.”
Meanwhile, White Sox pitcher Jonathan Cannon expressed his pride in the team’s ability to come together and secure the win. “We’ve faced a lot of challenges this season, but tonight we showed what we’re capable of,” Cannon said. “I’m proud of how we fought back and avoided setting a new record.”
On the other side, Angels manager Ron Washington acknowledged the White Sox’s resilience and praised their performance. “The White Sox showed a lot of heart tonight,” Washington said. “They played with determination and never gave up. It was a tough loss for us, but we have to give credit to the White Sox for their effort.”
Looking ahead, both teams will be focusing on finishing the season on a positive note and building momentum for the future. The White Sox will be aiming to close out the season strong, while the Angels will be looking to bounce back from the loss and end on a high note.
Upcoming Matches and Player Updates
In their next game, the White Sox will be sending RHP Davis Martin to the mound in hopes of securing a win against the Angels. Martin will be looking to avenge his previous loss and pick up his first win of the season. On the other hand, LHP José Suarez will be making his third start for the Angels, aiming to make an impact on the game.
As the season draws to a close, both teams will be looking to finish strong and set the tone for the upcoming season. With the White Sox tying a historic record and the Angels pushing towards a franchise record, the remaining games will be crucial for both teams.
Overall, the game between the White Sox and the Angels was a thrilling and intense matchup, showcasing the resilience and determination of both teams. As the season winds down, fans can expect more exciting games and memorable moments as the teams battle it out on the field.
