Mike Tauchman anchored Chicago’s defense with two highlight catches in a 7-3 loss to San Diego, stoking late-life Sox vibes for fantasy managers chasing value in shallow rosters. Offensively, Colson Montgomery and Miguel Vargas kicked in early runs, Chase Meidroth and Kyle Teel added a 2-1 swing, and Lenyn Sosa thumped a scorching 108 mph liner to spark a late push, even as Yu Darvish and the Padres bullpen slammed the door.

Padres tallied on the strength of Fernando Tatís Jr.’s RBI and a Padres bullpen that quietly shut down Chicago after the early heat. A late trio of runs against Fraser Ellard and company sealed the outcome. Chicago sits at 58-97, five wins from avoiding 100 losses, with one final home game against San Diego looming as the season wraps.

The Chicago White Sox made several impactful roster changes ahead of their game against the Houston Astros, highlighted by the activation of infielder Josh Rojas, who returns after suffering a hairline fracture in his right toe during spring training. Rojas expressed his excitement about making his season debut, despite still feeling some soreness. He emphasized the importance of mobility in his playing style, which was compromised by his injury.

Additionally, the Sox promoted two pitchers from Triple-A Charlotte, with Caleb Freeman making his major league debut. The White Sox bullpen has struggled this season, ranking near the bottom in ERA, making these moves crucial for the team's performance. Lefty Tyler Gilbert was also recalled, while left-handed pitcher Fraser Ellard was placed on the 15-day injured list due to a lat strain.