Chicago White Sox (33-29, DOWN 0-1) at Philadelphia Phillies (33-29, UP 1-0) | Citizens Bank Park | 4:05 PM ET / 3:05 PM CT
The Chicago White Sox (33–29 after losing 8–6 yesterday!) travel to Citizens Bank Park for Game 2 on Saturday afternoon looking to BOUNCE BACK and even the series! We’re DOWN 0-1 after Kyle Schwarber’s 4-for-4 performance led the Phillies to victory! Brandon Marsh hit his first homer off a lefty in nearly 4 years! We’re struggling on the road (13-18!) but we’re TIED at 33-29 with the Phillies and need a WIN to stay in contention! Anthony Kay (5-1, 3.77 ERA) takes the mound!
This is Game 2—can we bounce back and steal one on the road?
White Sox Season: 33-29, DOWN 0-1, DESPERATE!
Record: 33-29 (Tied with Phillies, DOWN 0-1 in Series)
We’re 33–29 and TIED with the Phillies after that TOUGH 8–6 loss yesterday! We’re ONE GAME BEHIND the Guardians for first in the AL Central! We had a CHANCE to move within one game of first place but we COULDN’T close it out against a team we should be beating on the road!
Yesterday’s Loss (8–6):
- Kyle Schwarber: 4 singles in a game for first time in his career (PERFECT night!)
- Brandon Marsh: First homer off left-handed starter in nearly 4 years
- We scored 6 but it wasn’t enough!
- Randal Grichuk: 2 homers for us (6 HRs on season)
- Derek Hill: Solo homer
- Colson Montgomery: 37th RBI
Key Stats:
- 33-29 record (TIED with Phillies!)
- 13-18 on the road (TERRIBLE away – struggling badly!)
- Anthony Kay: 5-1, coming off impressive May (4-0, 1.95 ERA!)
- Miguel Vargas: 46 runs scored (team leader!)
- Colson Montgomery: 15 HRs, 37 RBIs (emerging power threat!)
We’re DESPERATE for a road win to stay in the race!
Philadelphia Phillies: 33-29, UP 1-0, HOME STRONG!
Record: 33-29 (Tied, UP 1-0 in Series, 17-16 at Home)
The Phillies are 33–29 and UP 1-0 after that IMPRESSIVE 8–6 victory yesterday! Kyle Schwarber was PERFECT (4-for-4!) and Brandon Marsh added crucial power! They’re 17-16 at home (solid home record!) and OFF TO STRONG START!
Yesterday’s Win (8–6):
- Kyle Schwarber: 4-for-4 (PERFECT at the plate!)
- Brandon Marsh: First homer off LHP in nearly 4 years
- A. Bohm, E. Sosa, A. García: Also contributed RBIs
- Dominated us with excellent hitting!
Phillies Key Strengths:
- Kyle Schwarber: 23 HRs, 40 RBIs (POWER threat!)
- Brandon Marsh: .333 AVG (excellent hitting!)
- Strong at home (17-16!)
- Jesús Luzardo (4-4, 4.30 ERA) pitching
What We’re Facing:
- Phillies are 33-29 (tied with us!)
- 17-16 at home (solid home record!)
- Kyle Schwarber went 4-for-4 yesterday (heating up!)
- We’re 13-18 on road (HUGE disadvantage!)
The Phillies are confident and playing well at home!
Key Matchups at Citizens Bank Park
Anthony Kay (5-1, Elite!) vs Jesús Luzardo (4.30 ERA)
Kay is 5-1 and coming off an IMPRESSIVE May! He’s our strength! Luzardo’s ERA is higher. We have the edge on the mound!
Colson Montgomery (15 HRs, 37 RBIs!) vs Phillies
Montgomery is emerging as a THREAT! Keep that power going on the road!
Kyle Schwarber (4-for-4 PERFECT!) vs White Sox
Schwarber was PERFECT yesterday! Keep him down today! He’s their dangerous bat!
White Sox Road Struggles (13-18!) vs Phillies at Home (17-16!)
We’re TERRIBLE on the road (13-18!). Phillies are strong at home (17-16!). HUGE mismatch!
What the White Sox Need at Citizens Bank Park
Anthony Kay DOMINATES!
Kay is 5-1 and our ace! He MUST pitch like an ace tonight and shut down their offense!
Colson Montgomery and Derek Hill Stay Hot!
Both homered yesterday! Keep the power going and drive in runs!
Win on the Road!
We’re 13-18 away! We CANNOT keep losing on the road and expect to stay in the race!
Get Back in the Series 1-1!
Down 0-1 at a tough place. We NEED this win to stay alive!
White Sox Fan Prediction: We Steal One on the Road!
Final Score: White Sox 4, Phillies 3
Anthony Kay dominates—7 innings, 3 runs. Kay shows why he’s 5-1 and shuts down their lineup!
Colson Montgomery hits a homer! Derek Hill contributes! We score 4 on the road and WIN!
Kyle Schwarber can’t stay perfect forever! We shut him down and escape with the victory!
One-run win. We’re 34–29. FIVE GAMES OVER .500! We even the series!
Why Game 2 Matters
We’re 33–29 (tied with Phillies!) after losing 8–6 yesterday. Kyle Schwarber went 4-for-4 PERFECT! Brandon Marsh hit the go-ahead homer! We’re DOWN 0-1 in the series! We’re 13-18 on the road (TERRIBLE!) and ONE GAME BEHIND the Guardians for first in the AL Central!
Win today and we’re 34–29. FIVE GAMES OVER .500! Even the series 1-1 and stay in the race!
Can Anthony Kay dominate? Will our offense produce on the road? Can we steal one at Citizens Bank?
We’re chasing first place! Every road win matters in the AL Central race!
Go Sox. Bounce back and steal Game 2 in Philadelphia!