The Chicago White Sox Escape the Clutches of Historic Defeat

In an unexpected twist of fate, the Chicago White Sox managed to avoid making history for one more night by tying with the 1962 New York Mets’ major league record of losing 120 games in a season. Tuesday night’s match against the Los Angeles Angels saw them score three runs in the eighth inning, ending the game with a 3-2 victory. Andrew Benintendi’s two-out single proved crucial for the White Sox (37-120) to hold off setting the unwanted record.

White Sox Chairman Faces the Fans’ Wrath

The game was not without its share of controversy. Throughout the match, fans expressed their discontent with White Sox chairman Jerry Reinsdorf by shouting “Sell the team!” The crowd’s dissatisfaction was palpable when Los Angeles’ Eric Wagaman grounded out to conclude the game, depriving them of witnessing what could have been a record-breaking loss.

White Sox’s Unexpected Comeback

Despite trailing after seven innings, a position from which they have never recovered this season (0-94), the White Sox staged a surprising comeback. Los Angeles initiated a lead in the seventh inning, with Kevin Pillar’s walk and Wagaman’s double against Gus Varland. But the White Sox clawed their way back, with a vital game-changing moment coming from Luis Robert Jr., whose high pop was dropped by second baseman Jack López.

A Critical Save by Justin Anderson

The game saw a stellar performance from Jonathan Cannon, who pitched three-hit ball over six scoreless innings for Chicago. Justin Anderson secured his first save of the season, working the ninth.

The Angels Face Record Defeat

On the other side, the Los Angeles Angels (63-94) are on the brink of their franchise’s record set by the 1968 and 1980 teams. Despite Jack Kochanowicz delivering a three-hit ball over seven innings, it wasn’t enough to secure a win.

Will Anthony Rendon Return this Season?

In other news, there’s still uncertainty surrounding the return of Angels’ 3B Anthony Rendon, who’s suffering from an oblique strain. Despite manager Ron Washington not ruling it out completely, he hinted that a comeback this season is unlikely. Rendon has been benched since Sept. 7, marking his third injury-led absence this season.

What’s Next for the White Sox?

Looking forward, the White Sox’s RHP Davis Martin (0-5, 4.27 ERA) seeks redemption and his first win of the season in the upcoming match against the Angels, pitching against LHP José Suarez (1-2, 6.08). The White Sox have a challenging five games left — two more against the Angels and three against Detroit — to steer clear of the infamous record.