Tigers Triumph Over White Sox in 4-2 Victory
- Matt Vierling's performance with 2 runs secured a 4-2 win for the Tigers against the White Sox.
- Vierling had an RBI double in the first inning and a crucial single in the seventh.
- The Detroit Tigers emerged victorious in a competitive game against the Chicago White Sox.
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 contributed an RBI double in the first inning and a tiebreaking RBI single in the seventh, helping the Tigers maintain their offensive momentum. The loss marked the 19th consecutive defeat for the White Sox in games started by Chris Flexen, tying the MLB record for such a streak. The White Sox's struggles continue, as they now hold a dismal 4-27 record in the second half of the season, the worst in Major League Baseball at 31-98. Flexen expressed his focus on delivering quality starts and keeping the team competitive, despite the mounting losses. The Tigers capitalized on early opportunities, with back-to-back doubles from Riley Greene and Vierling giving them a 1-0 lead in the first inning. In the second inning, Jace Jung recorded his first career extra-base hit with a double, later scoring on Dillon Dingler’s single, further extending the Tigers' lead. Tigers manager A.J. Hinch noted the positive impact of Jung's performance on the team's batting order. Meanwhile, the White Sox are looking to improve, with general manager Chris Getz announcing that third baseman Yoán Moncada will begin a rehab assignment next week in Triple-A Charlotte. In injury news, the Tigers placed shortstop Javier Báez on the 10-day injured list due to right hip and lumbar spine inflammation, while the White Sox continue to manage their roster challenges.