White Sox struggle continues against Tigers
- The White Sox are now 4-27 in the season's second half after a loss to the Tigers.
- The Arizona League White Sox continue to face challenges on the field.
- Despite efforts, the White Sox are struggling to secure wins in the current season.
CHICAGO (AP) — The Detroit Tigers secured a 4-2 victory against the Chicago White Sox on Friday night, with Matt Vierling playing a pivotal role. Vierling's contributions included an RBI double in the first inning and a crucial tiebreaking single in the seventh. Following his hit, Colt Keith extended the Tigers' lead by driving in Riley Greene, who was on second base. This loss marked the 19th consecutive defeat for the White Sox in games started by Chris Flexen, tying a record for the franchise. The Tigers took an early lead when Greene and Vierling hit back-to-back doubles in the first inning. Jace Jung added to the momentum in the second with a double that led to Dillon Dingler's single, further increasing Detroit's advantage. Despite the early struggles, Flexen managed to pitch six quality innings, showcasing resilience after a rocky start. The White Sox managed to tie the game in the fourth inning when Korey Lee hit an RBI double off Tigers starter Keider Montero. Montero, however, limited the damage, allowing only two runs on six hits over five innings of work. In roster news, the Tigers placed shortstop Javier Báez on the 10-day injured list due to right hip and lumbar spine inflammation, with further tests pending. Meanwhile, White Sox general manager Chris Getz announced that third baseman Yoán Moncada is set to begin a rehab assignment next week, aiming to return to the lineup soon.