Chicago White Sox exploded for a season-best 13 runs in Atlanta, snapping a four-game skid with a shootout victory over the Braves. The offense finally woke up behind a trio of long balls and a six-run fourth inning that turned a lopsided game into a showcase for projection hits and depth pieces. Colson Montgomery left with left-side soreness, but young bats carried the day as Lenyn Sosa anchored the middle of the lineup with a 439-foot two-run shot in the sixth and a run-scoring single earlier in the contest. Brooks Baldwin set the tone with a 404-foot solo blast off Spencer Strider in the third, and Kyle Teel and Chase Meidroth added timely hits to keep the pressure on. Luis Robert Jr. joined the party with a two-run homer, ending a two-week drought and signaling a much-needed spark from the heart of the lineup. The Sox piled on after chasing Strider, taking advantage of a short bullpen night for Atlanta and padding the cushion late with Teel’s solo shot and Meidroth’s RBI hits to seal a 13-9 win. On the mound, Yoendrys Gómez navigated five innings with three earned runs as Atlanta briefly climbed back into it, while the White Sox announced a rotation shakeup, with Martin Pérez returning to start in Atlanta and Owen White being recalled to the bullpen. Outside the game, Colorado’s sinking season continued as the Rockies flirted with history, while Dodgers’ scraps of the past hinted at the broader sport’s volatility and the White Sox’s willingness to ride their young core to offensive upside.

Kansas City rode a late-inning surge to complete the series sweep, turning a six-inning no-no into a 6-2 win at Kauffman. Davis Martin carried a potential gem into the sixth, but Chicago’s bats stalled and the bullpen faded. Lenyn Sosa supplied the Sox with an early jolt via a 426-foot homer, yet KC countered with timely hits and a decisive late push. India tied it with a long two-run shot in the seventh, Witt Jr. sparked the eighth with a single and a swipe, and Salvador Perez delivered the capper as Adam Frazier homered in the late frames. The White Sox’ 14th straight loss at KC underscored a rough rebuild, while the Royals leaned on a mix of power and mobility to remind fantasy managers that depth in KC is real.

Antecedent to the collapse, Chicago had left 11 runners on base, and questions linger about the Sox’s bullpen stability. Benintendi’s rough patch amid a rough stretch was noted by teammates as the team tries to recapture momentum. Kansas City, meanwhile, leaned into its rising offense, leveraging Witt Jr.’s speed, Yastrzemski’s hot bat, and the veteran Perez to plate crucial runs down the stretch. The next slate will test both teams’ resilience, with KC aiming to keep the offense humming against upcoming contenders while Chicago tries to salvage what remains of a season teetering toward triple digits in losses.

White Sox rebuilding with patient conviction: Will Venable and Chris Getz are balancing a young, talent-rich pipeline with the need to win now and in the long run. Chase Meidroth returns to fortify a reshaped infield alongside Colson Montgomery, with Miguel Vargas penciled in at first and Curtis Mead and Lenyn Sosa pushing for everyday at-bats in a lineup still short on big-league experience. Edgar Quero and Kyle Teel share catching duties as Chicago experiments, while Braden Montgomery’s rise and a handful of prized prospects fuel the long-term plan.

Montgomery’s Birmingham breakout (.308/.392/.477 across 17 games) and the Crochet–era acquisitions (Meidroth, Teel, Gonzalez) spotlight a pipeline stacked with upside. The Banana Ball cameo by Sox legends adds culture and energy to the rebuild, underscoring a franchise intent on sustainability and development. The challenge remains everyday consistency, but the blueprint is clear: durability and growth at the top, with at-bats doled out to maximize future value.

The Chicago White Sox's struggles persisted as they faced the Seattle Mariners, losing 4-3 in 11 innings. Despite having numerous opportunities, they could only manage a dismal 1-for-17 with runners in scoring position. Manager Will Venable highlighted the team's poor situational hitting and defensive lapses, particularly a wild throw by third baseman Josh Rojas that allowed the Mariners to tie the game. The Sox did see homers from Michael A. Taylor and Brooks Baldwin, contributing to their eight home runs in the series.

With Chase Meidroth placed on the injured list due to a thumb injury, the White Sox called up Jacob Amaya to fill the gap. Lenyn Sosa had been showing promise with a hitting streak and power at the plate, but ended the game hitless. Meanwhile, Luis Robert Jr. achieved a milestone by stealing his 100th base in addition to hitting his 100th career home run, joining an elite group in White Sox history.

The Chicago White Sox have seen a dramatic transformation in their offense post-All-Star break, evolving from one of the weakest to one of the most powerful in MLB. With 34 home runs since mid-July, the White Sox rank second in the league for this period, boasting impressive statistics such as a .278 batting average and .501 slugging percentage. The team has scored its highest run total in the second half of a season in 22 years, with a monumental shift attributed to a new approach in attacking fastballs.

Under hitting coach Marcus Thames, the Sox prioritized fastball performance, which skyrocketed from a league-low .352 slugging percentage to an impressive .555 in the second half. Players like Luis Robert Jr., who is hitting .373, and Lenyn Sosa with a .986 OPS, have thrived under this new strategy. However, with rookie Chase Meidroth now on the injured list, the team's depth will be tested as they continue to adapt and seek offensive consistency.