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'It’s going to be fun to watch': Against Royals, .500 White Sox pursue sweep

'It’s going to be fun to watch': Against Royals, .500 White Sox pursue sweep

Left-hander Anthony Kay pitched the Chicago White Sox to victory to start the team's current four-game winning streak. On Thursday night, he'll take the ball again as the White Sox aim to sweep a three-game series against the visiting Kansas City Royals, hoping the Chicago attack duplicates its effort from five days ago.

Chicago White Sox News / South Side Sox / May 14

On the joy of being mediocre 

As I write this, late at night on an irksomely chilly May 13, in a year where (like every year now) spring seems reluctant to arrive, the Chicago White Sox are a .500 ballclub.

Chicago White Sox News / Just Baseball / May 14
Davis Martin Is Becoming the Rotation Answer the White Sox Needed

Davis Martin Is Becoming the Rotation Answer the White Sox Needed

Davis Martin followed the best start of his career in Anaheim by holding Seattle to one run over six innings at Rate Field on Mother’s Day. He struck out nine and matched his career high with 19 whiffs while throwing a career-high 105 pitches.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / May 14
Chicago White Sox Month of May accomplishment signals bigger things ahead

Chicago White Sox Month of May accomplishment signals bigger things ahead

The Chicago White Sox enter play on May 14 with a 21-21 record, marking the first time they have reached the .500 mark this late in a season since 2022, when they ultimately finished 81-81.

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Colson Montgomery News / On Tap Sports Net / May 14

White Sox 6, Royals 5: Colson Montgomery’s Homer Lifts Chicago to Series Win and .500 Record

Colson Montgomery keeps coming through when it matters most. The young shortstop blasted a solo home run in the seventh inning off John Schreiber that wound up powering the Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night at Rate Field.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

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Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 13
White Sox reach elusive .500 mark, take down Royals

White Sox reach elusive .500 mark, take down Royals

Colson Montgomery went 3-for-4 with a solo home run and Jarred Kelenic had two hits and two RBIs to lift the host Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory against the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / May 13
Chicago White Sox may contend in AL Central

Chicago White Sox may contend in AL Central

The Chicago White Sox were expected to use the 2026 season as another step in their rebuilding process.

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Chicago White Sox News / ESPN / May 13

Fan at White Sox game injured in fall into bullpen...

The Royals-White Sox game at Rate Field was delayed for a brief time Wednesday after a fan fell into the Kansas City bullpen in right field.

Kyle Teel News / Chicago White Sox on SI / May 13
White Sox Kyle Teel Looking Healthy After Homering in First Rehab Assignment

White Sox Kyle Teel Looking Healthy After Homering in First Rehab Assignment

The Charlotte Knights may have lost on Wednesday night, but the White Sox might as well consider it a win. For the first time since the 2026 season kicked off, Kyle Teel was able to suit up.

Munetaka Murakami News / Trade Talk Sports / May 13
Munetaka Murakami Proving the Rest of MLB Wrong for Passing on Him

Munetaka Murakami Proving the Rest of MLB Wrong for Passing on Him

The Munetaka Murakami sweepstakes didn’t wind up being as robust as many expected this offseason. Despite his big-time power playing over in Japan, teams were scared off by high strikeout rates and questions about how it would translate to MLB.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / May 13
Chicago White Sox clearly duped AL rival with laughable trade

Chicago White Sox clearly duped AL rival with laughable trade

The Chicago White Sox have been one of baseball’s most pleasant surprises this season, as they find themselves right in the thick of the AL Central race, and they have given no indication that they will be falling out of it.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Munetaka Murakami News / ChiCitySports / May 13
Chicago White Sox: Munetaka Murakami claps back at critics amid strong start

Chicago White Sox: Munetaka Murakami claps back at critics amid strong start

The Chicago White Sox are 20-21 and 1.5 games out of first place in the American League Central Division. After years of abysmal baseball and three consecutive 100+ loss seasons, Chicago finally appears to be headed in the right direction.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 13
Baseball 'fun' again in Chicago as White Sox host Royals

Baseball 'fun' again in Chicago as White Sox host Royals

Losing 100-plus games over the past three seasons trained the Chicago White Sox to fix their eyes anywhere other than the American League Central standings.

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Munetaka Murakami News / ChiCitySports / May 13
Murakami helps grow the reputation of the White Sox in Japan

Murakami helps grow the reputation of the White Sox in Japan

For a franchise long defined by instability and incompetence in recent years, Munetaka Murakami’s early success on the South Side has not only energized a weary fanbase.

Derek Hill News / On Tap Sports Net / May 13
White Sox 6, Royals 5: Derek Hill’s Pinch-Hit Homer Lifts Chicago to Third Straight Win

White Sox 6, Royals 5: Derek Hill’s Pinch-Hit Homer Lifts Chicago to Third Straight Win

Derek Hill came through in the biggest moment of the night, delivering a pinch-hit go-ahead home run that carried the Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night at Rate Field.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / May 13
Minor League Transactions: Seth Hernandez, Shelton & Rodriguez Promoted

Minor League Transactions: Seth Hernandez, Shelton & Rodriguez Promoted

When the Pirates picked Seth Hernandez in the first round in July, Pittsburgh selected an elite high school arm who had a strong, fleshed-out arsenal and premium velocity.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 12
White Sox relinquish lead before late HR sinks Royals

White Sox relinquish lead before late HR sinks Royals

Derek Hill delivered a pinch-hit, tiebreaking solo home run in the eighth inning and Chase Meidroth and Drew Romo also homered to lift the host Chicago White Sox to a 6-5 victory against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday.

Kyle Teel News / On Tap Sports Net / May 12
White Sox Catcher Kyle Teel to Begin Rehab Assignment with Charlotte Knights

White Sox Catcher Kyle Teel to Begin Rehab Assignment with Charlotte Knights

The Chicago White Sox received a significant positive injury update on Tuesday as top catching prospect Kyle Teel is set to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte.

Munetaka Murakami News / Athlon Sports / May 12
MLB Makes Announcement on Munetaka Murakami

MLB Makes Announcement on Munetaka Murakami

Munetaka Murakami is off to a strong start for the Chicago White Sox during the 2026 MLB season. Murakami signed a two-year, $34 million contract with Chicago on Dec.

Colson Montgomery News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12
Colson Montgomery makes bold claim about White Sox’ AL Central chances

Colson Montgomery makes bold claim about White Sox’ AL Central chances

The Chicago White Sox are off to a solid start in the 2026 season. The Sox are 19-21 on the season, while being led by the young duo of Colson Montgomery and Munetaka Murakami.

Kyle Teel News / Chicago White Sox on SI / May 10
A Kyle Teel Return is Finally on the Horizon for the White Sox

A Kyle Teel Return is Finally on the Horizon for the White Sox

The Chicago White Sox are on the brink of welcoming back one of their best young players. Kyle Teel is finally headed toward a rehab assignment with the Charlotte Knights.

Miguel Vargas News / Yardbarker / May 10
Miguel Vargas performing as a high-impact player for White Sox

Miguel Vargas performing as a high-impact player for White Sox

The 26-year-old has been overlooked despite showing early season breakout signs.

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Munetaka Murakami News / Yardbarker / May 9
One big concern made MLB teams pass on Munetaka Murakami

One big concern made MLB teams pass on Munetaka Murakami

Munetaka Murakami has become one of the most entertaining players to watch in The Show, raking 15 home runs in his first 38 career games.

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Osvaldo Bido News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8
White Sox Designate Osvaldo Bido For Assignment

White Sox Designate Osvaldo Bido For Assignment

The White Sox have designated right-hander Osvaldo Bido for assignment, per a club announcement. His spot on the roster will go to southpaw Tyler Schweitzer, who’s being recalled from Triple-A Charlotte.

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