April 1, 2026 | loanDepot Park, Miami, FL | 3:10 PM CT | NBC Sports Chicago
The Chicago White Sox (hopefully 2-3 after winning the last two games) face the Miami Marlins (79–83 last year) in the series finale at loanDepot Park this afternoon, and we’re trying to win the series. They lost 83 games last year. We lost 99. Both teams are bad, but if we’ve won the last two games, we can take the series with a win today.
The Marlins have Jazz Chisholm Jr.—an energetic, flashy player with talent. Jesús Luzardo is a quality lefty who can dominate. They’re young, competitive, and hoping to climb back into contention at home.
We have Colson Montgomery at shortstop. Drew Thorpe on the mound. Luis Robert Jr. trying to stay healthy. If we’ve won the last two games (hopefully), we’re 2-3 and can get to .500 in the series finale.
For White Sox fans, this is the series finale—a chance to win the series against a team we should compete with and head home above .500 in the series.
Where the White Sox Stand After Five Games
2025 Record: 63–99
Ninety-nine losses last year. We’re (hopefully) 2-3 after winning the last two games in Miami. Colson Montgomery is developing. Drew Thorpe is building. Luis Robert Jr. has hopefully stayed healthy through five games.
Key Players:
- Luis Robert Jr. (CF): Elite talent when healthy—hopefully producing
- Colson Montgomery (SS): Our top prospect, showing progress through five games
- Erick Fedde (SP): Veteran arm who mentors young pitchers
Top Prospects:
- Bryan Ramos (3B): Power bat getting opportunities
- Drew Thorpe (RHP): Gets the series finale start this afternoon
- Edgar Quero (C): Young catcher with offensive upside
We’re 2-3 (hopefully). Win the series finale and we’re 3-3 through six games against teams we should compete with (swept by Brewers, split with Marlins).
The Miami Marlins: Trying to Win the Series
2025 Record: 79–83
The Marlins lost 83 games last year but have young talent. Jazz Chisholm Jr. is energetic and talented. Jesús Luzardo is a quality lefty getting the series finale start this afternoon.
Key Players:
- Jazz Chisholm Jr. (OF/INF): Energetic player with talent and flair
- Jesús Luzardo (LHP): Quality lefty starter, series finale start
- Eury Pérez (RHP): Young pitcher with ace potential
Top Prospects:
- Jacob Berry (INF/OF): Bat-first prospect with power
- Noble Meyer (RHP): Pitching prospect in the system
- Khalil Watson (INF): Athletic infielder developing
The Marlins are (hopefully) 3-2 in the series and trying to win it at home this afternoon.
The Matchups That Matter in the Finale
| Position | White Sox | Marlins |
|---|---|---|
| Shortstop | Colson Montgomery | Khalil Watson |
| Center Field | Luis Robert Jr. | Jazz Chisholm Jr. |
| Starting Pitcher | Drew Thorpe | Jesús Luzardo |
Colson Montgomery vs Khalil Watson
Both young prospects developing. Montgomery should be building confidence if we’ve won two straight. Watson is still developing. Montgomery should compete.
Luis Robert Jr. vs Jazz Chisholm Jr.
When healthy, Robert has elite talent. Chisholm is energetic and talented. Both can take over games. If Robert’s stayed healthy through five games, that’s progress.
Drew Thorpe vs Jesús Luzardo
Luzardo is a quality lefty with strikeout ability. Thorpe is building as a rotation piece. Luzardo has the edge, but Thorpe should compete in the series finale.
What the White Sox Need in the Series Finale
Drew Thorpe Competes With Jesús Luzardo
Luzardo is quality, but we should be able to compete. Five or six innings with three or four runs keeps us in it.
Colson Montgomery Finishes Strong
If we’ve won two straight, Montgomery should be feeling confident. Finish the series strong and head home at .500.
Luis Robert Jr. Stays Healthy and Produces
Six games in. If he’s stayed healthy and produced through five games in Miami, finish strong in the series finale.
Win the Series
We’re (hopefully) 2-3. The Marlins lost 83 games. Win the series finale and take the series 2-1. Head home 3-3 instead of 2-4.
What Miami Will Bring
Jazz Chisholm Jr. will bring energy at home trying to win the series. Jesús Luzardo will challenge our hitters with quality left-handed stuff. They’ll fight to win the series at home.
But if we’ve won two straight, finish the job and take the series.
White Sox Fan Prediction: We Win the Series
Final Score: White Sox 5, Marlins 4
Drew Thorpe battles and gives us six innings with three runs allowed—solid series finale. Jesús Luzardo shows his quality but gives up four runs.
Colson Montgomery goes 2-for-4 and finishes the series strong. Luis Robert Jr. drives in two runs and completes a healthy, productive series (miracle).
Jazz Chisholm Jr. goes 2-for-4 with a homer at home. But our bats come alive for the third straight game, and we win the series.
We’re 3-3 through six games. Won the series against the Marlins. Heading home with momentum.
Why This Series Finale Matters
We’re 2-3 (hopefully). The Marlins lost 83 games. Win the series finale and we’re 3-3—split with two teams we should compete with.
Drew Thorpe gets more experience. Colson Montgomery keeps developing. Luis Robert Jr. hopefully stays healthy through six games.
After getting swept by the Brewers (0-3), winning the series against the Marlins (2-1) shows we can beat teams at our level.
Go Sox!!!