JUNE 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
CHICAGO WHITE SOX 41-121 · 5TH IN AL CENTRAL
41-121 · 5TH IN AL CENTRAL
Davis Martin's emergence has freed up Jimmy Lambert for a new role A trip to the biomechanics lab has helped Martin find consistency and in-game adjustments.
Astros and White Sox play to decide series winner
The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox play on Sunday with the winner claiming the three-game seriesJUNE 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Andrew Vaughn - Three hits, two runs in win Vaughn went 3-for-5 with a pair of runs scored in Saturday's 7-0 win over the Astros.
Impact Vaughn's been dialed in at the plate during a seven-game hitting streak, going 15-for-33 (.455) in that span. He and Luis Robert led the charge on offense in Saturday's big win. Vaughn has enjoyed a breakout 2022, slashing .322/.373/.483 with six home runs, 29 RBI, 20 runs scored and 10 doubles across 193 plate appearances. Whether in right field, at first base or as the designated hitter, the 24-year-old has secured a near-everyday role in the No. 2 spot in the lineup in June.
JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Luis Robert - Drives in four in win Robert went 3-for-5 with a double, four RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 7-0 win over the Astros.
Impact Robert had a pair of two-run knocks in the contest, plating a pair each in the third and fourth innings. He accounted for more than half of the White Sox's run production in the win. The 24-year-old outfielder has now hit safely in nine straight games, going 13-for-41 (.317) in that span. He's up to a .290/.326/.406 slash line with six home runs, 28 RBI, 30 runs scored and 11 stolen bases through 218 plate appearances.
JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Johnny Cueto - Earns first win Cueto (1-3) allowed two hits and two walks while striking out five over seven shutout innings, earning the win Saturday over the Astros.
Impact Cueto's last outing was in a long relief appearance, but he was back in the rotation as expected Saturday. He turned in his longest start of the season, and it was also one of his most dominant as he gave up almost nothing to the Astros. The 36-year-old had given up at least three runs in each of his last four outings before Saturday's gem. He's pitched to a 2.95 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 33:11 K:BB across 42.2 innings in seven games overall. He's lined up for a favorable home start versus the Orioles next week.
JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
'Tough-guts' White Sox pounce for 7 runs vs. Verlander HOUSTON -- Sometimes, baseball doesn’t play out as one would envision. Take the White Sox 7-0 victory over the Astros Saturday afternoon at...
JUNE 19, 2022 • MLB.COM
'Pitching at its finest': Johnny Cueto shuts down a potent Houston Astros offense in a 7-0 Chicago White Sox win Johnny Cueto allowed two hits in seven innings, pitching the Chicago White Sox to a 7-0 victory against the Houston Astros.
JUNE 19, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
James Fegan: Tony La Russa said the White Sox will continue... - The Athletic Tony La Russa said the White Sox will continue playing a man short, and hold off on placing Yoán Moncada on the IL after his MRI on Saturday...
JUNE 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
James Fegan: After three hits on Saturday, Luis Robert is... - The Athletic After three hits on Saturday, Luis Robert is batting .300 since coming off the injured list on June 1, but his two-run double was just his t...
JUNE 19, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Crawford, Giants pounce on shaky Pirates bullpen in 7-5 win
Brandon Crawford tied the game with an RBI single in the sixth and provided some breathing room with an RBI double in the ninth as the San Francisco Giants rallied past the Pittsbu...JUNE 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Paul Sullivan: Tony La Russa vs. Dusty Baker is a rivalry that never grows old as the managers square off again CHICAGO — Baseball’s best rivalry grabs the national spotlight Sunday night when the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros meet in the finale...
JUNE 19, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
James Fegan: White Sox beat the Astros, 7-0 A seven-game... - The Athletic White Sox beat the Astros, 7-0 A seven-game Sox losing streak at Minute Maid Park ends behind seven runs scored off Justin Verlander and sev...
JUNE 18, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Cueto, López combine for 3-hitter as Chisox down Astros 7-0
Johnny Cueto and Reynaldo López combined for a three-hitter and Luis Robert tied a career-high with four RBIs as the Chicago White Sox jumped on Justin Verlander early and cruised...JUNE 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Leury García - Dealing with side discomfort Garcia isn't starting Saturday against the Astros due to side discomfort, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.
Impact Garcia is being held out of the lineup for the second time in the last three games, and manager Tony La Russa revealed that the second baseman is dealing with an injury. The extent of the 31-year-old's injury isn't yet clear, but he should be considered day-to-day for now.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yoán Moncada - Slated for MRI Moncada (hamstring), who isn't starting Saturday against Houston, will undergo an MRI to determine the extent of his injury, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.
Impact Moncada sustained a right hamstring injury Friday against the Astros, and his MRI should help to determine whether he'll require a trip to the injured list. Manager Tony La Russa is optimistic that the 27-year-old will avoid an IL stint, but Jake Burger and Josh Harrison should see increased playing time at third base if Moncada misses additional time.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Column: Tony La Russa vs. Dusty Baker is a rivalry that never grows old as the managers square off again Tony La Russa vs. Dusty Baker is the gift that keeps on giving. But could this be the final season of baseball's best managerial rivalry?
JUNE 18, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Reese McGuire - Remains on bench McGuire isn't starting Friday against Houston.
Impact McGuire will be out of the lineup for a third consecutive matchup after he went 4-for-12 with two doubles, four runs, a walk and three strikeouts over his last four games. Seby Zavala will start behind the dish and bat eighth.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Leury García - Takes seat Saturday Garcia isn't starting Saturday's game against the Astros.
Impact Garcia went 0-for-10 with an RBI and four strikeouts over the last three matchups and will be out of the lineup for the second time in the last three games. Josh Harrison is taking over at the keystone and batting seventh.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yoán Moncada - Not in Saturday's lineup Moncada (hamstring) isn't starting Saturday's game against Houston.
Impact Moncada was removed from Friday's game against the Astros due to right hamstring tightness and will be out of the lineup for at least one matchup. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench, but Jake Burger will start at third base while Adam Engel enters the lineup in right field.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jake Burger - Hitless in return Burger went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts Friday against the Astros.
Impact Burger missed two games due to a hand contusion but returned to the lineup to hit fifth while serving as the designated hitter. Prior to going down, Burger was in the midst of an eight-game hitting streak, during which he collected four home runs, 10 RBI and 10 runs scored. He should have a secure spot in the lineup, particularly with Yoan Moncada battling a hamstring injury.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
White Sox vs. Astros prediction, betting odds for MLB on Saturday The Houston Astros square off with the Chicago White Sox in MLB on Saturday. This preview is based on 10K simulations of the game.
JUNE 18, 2022 • PENNLIVE.COM
Josh Harrison - May return to regular role Harrison went 2-for-3 Friday against the Astros.
Impact Harrison entered the game after Yoan Moncada was forced to exit with right hamstring tightness. He recorded multiple hits for his second straight game, and he could be in line for an increased role at third base as long as Moncada is sidelined. Overall, Harrison is hitting .210/.277/.306 with 19 runs scored across 138 plate appearances.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Lucas Giolito - Eight runs allowed in loss Giolito (4-3) picked up a five-inning loss Friday against the Astros, allowing eight runs on seven hits while striking out three and walking three.
Impact This was arguably Giolito's worst game of the season, increasing his ERA by nearly a run to 4.78. The righty got tagged for eight runs, including two home runs, both of which are the most he has allowed in a game this season. He also threw a season low three strikeouts for the second time this month. He has a 7.88 June ERA, which he will look to improve in his next appearance.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
AJ Pollock - Three-run homer in loss Pollock went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Friday's loss to Houston.
Impact Pollock launched a three-run shot in the top of the third to tie the game at 3-3, but it was Chicago's only offense of the game and not enough to get a win. The veteran outfielder is on an eight-game hit streak, all of which have been multi-hit games except for Friday's outing. He has failed to record a hit in only two of 13 June games, bringing his season slash line to .262/.297/.384. Pollock is making it difficult to keep his hot bat out of the lineup.
JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Astros bring 1-0 series advantage over White Sox into game 2
The Houston Astros lead 1-0 in a three-game series against the Chicago White SoxJUNE 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
