The Chicago White Sox electrified their fans with a stunning late-inning comeback against the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night. Entering the bottom of the eighth inning down 2-0, the White Sox rallied to secure a 3-2 victory, averting what would have been their 121st loss of the season.
Early Struggles
For much of the game, it appeared the White Sox were on their way to another disappointing result. Struggling to make any headway against the Angels' pitching, Chicago found themselves trailing 2-0 well into the eighth inning. It was a familiar position, as the White Sox had not managed a single win this year when trailing after the seventh inning — until this memorable night.
The Eighth Inning Turnaround
The rally began when Zach DeLoach and Bryan Ramos came up with back-to-back doubles, shaving Los Angeles' lead and scoring Chicago’s first run. With newfound momentum, Lenyn Sosa drew a walk off Angels reliever Hunter Strickland, loading the bases and putting the pressure squarely on the Angels' defense.
Next, Luis Robert delivered when it counted most, hitting a single that brought Bryan Ramos home to tie the game at 2-2. The Angels compounded their woes when Jack López failed to catch Robert's ensuing pop-up, keeping the rally alive.
Benintendi's Clutch Hit
Andrew Benintendi stepped up and seized the moment, delivering a crucial single to left field that gave the White Sox a 3-2 lead. The Chicago crowd erupted as their team completed an improbable comeback within a matter of minutes.
Sealing the Victory
The task of closing out the game fell to Justin Anderson. Despite walking Mickey Moniak with two outs in the ninth inning, Anderson kept his composure and got Eric Wagaman to ground out, sealing the dramatic 3-2 victory for the White Sox. This save ties Anderson with two other active pitchers on the roster for the most saves this season.
Among the Chicago pitchers with multiple saves this season, Michael Kopech, John Brebbia, Tanner Banks, and Jordan Leasure are no longer with the team or are playing in the minors.
Looking Ahead
With this significant win, the White Sox set a new tone and perhaps new hope as they prepare to face the Angels again on Wednesday night. Fans and players alike will no doubt be hoping for another display of resilience and determination.
The 1962 New York Mets still hold the modern Major League Baseball record for the most losses in a single season, but for one night, the Chicago White Sox managed to stave off another step toward a dubious milestone, providing their supporters with a thrilling and unforgettable comeback.