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sports1 year ago

Luis Robert Jr. Exits Game with Hip Flexor Injury

The Chicago White Sox suffered another blow as All-Star center fielder Luis Robert Jr. injured his right hip flexor, adding to their growing list of injuries. With Eloy Jimenez also on the injured list, the team faces a tough battle to stay healthy and competitive in the American League Central. Despite some positive individual performances, the team has struggled to score runs and will need to overcome these challenges to turn their season around.

via Chicago Sun-Times|
#american-league-central#baseball#injury
sports2 years ago

Royals Make Surprising Free-Agent Moves, Sign Michael Wacha and Hunter Renfroe

The Kansas City Royals, despite being a low-revenue team, have surprised many by signing six free agents for a combined $105 million. This relative spending spree is a result of several factors, including the team's frustration with the draft lottery system, which has pushed them into free agency. The Royals' owner, John Sherman, is eager to end the team's streak of losing seasons and sees an opportunity in the weakened American League Central division. The team's recent signings, including Michael Wacha and Seth Lugo, aim to strengthen their pitching rotation and support their young players in their pursuit of a division title.

via The Athletic|
#american-league-central#free-agency#john-sherman
sports2 years ago

Tigers lose series to Twins in extra innings.

A throwing error from third baseman Nick Maton in the eighth inning cost the Detroit Tigers a 6-3 loss to the Minnesota Twins in extra innings. The Tigers were ahead by one run when Maton's error allowed the Twins to tie the game. The Tigers have lost two of three games in the series, dropping them to 5½ games behind the Twins for first place in the American League Central. Maton was optioned to Triple-A Toledo after the game.

via Detroit Free Press|
#american-league-central#detroit-tigers#extra-innings
sports2 years ago

White Sox dominate Royals with Burger and Giolito leading the way.

The Chicago White Sox clinched their first winning homestand of the season with a 5-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals. Starting pitcher Lucas Giolito allowed one run over six innings, while Jake Burger delivered a bases-clearing double to extend his hitting streak to six games. The White Sox defense also made five standout plays to keep the Royals at bay. The team is now 4-1 in a stretch of 19 games against American League Central opponents as they try to dig out from a significant early-season hole.

via MLB.com|
#american-league-central#baseball#chicago-white-sox
sports2 years ago

Chicago White Sox Struggle Continues with Series Loss to Houston Astros.

The Chicago White Sox are off to one of the worst starts in franchise history, prompting questions about the effectiveness of their current rebuild plan. Despite some promising performances, the team has struggled to find consistency and is currently 14 games under .500. While they are still within striking distance of the division lead, the Sox must prove they can win before they can think about contending. Manager Pedro Grifol insists the team is focused on fixing their own issues and improving in key areas.

via Chicago Tribune|
#american-league-central#chicago-white-sox#mlb