Chicago White Sox vs. New York Mets - August 31, 2024

White Sox cruise past Astros, 5-1Colson Montgomery and Randal Grichuk drive in two runs apiece to help Sean Burke secure his eighth win

White Sox Minor League Update: September 1, 2026The farm nearly sweeps, but Birmingham falls by one

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White Sox beat Astros 5-1 behind Colson Montgomery's 2 RBIsColson Montgomery had two hits and two RBIs and Randal Grichuk added a two-run double to lead the Chicago White Sox to a 5-1 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night.

White Sox 5, Astros 1: Timely hitting supports Sean Burke's gutsy outing - Sox MachineChicago White Sox scored all five runs with two-outs to help support starting pitcher Sean Burke. His gutsy outing kept Houston scoreless for 5.2 innings as the White Sox won, 5-1.

Mets can’t figure out [checks notes] Freddy Peralta?Welp.

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Soto's New 'La Fiera' Cleat 🐆Mets star's 1st player-exclusive Under Armour footwear dropping Friday 📸

First Pitch: White Sox at Astros - Sox MachineTanner McDougal is up, Tommy Pham is aboard, and the White Sox DFA’d Tyler Gilbert to make room for the latter. September and 28-man rosters are upon us. TV: CHSN Lineups: White Sox Astros Sam Antonacci, LF 1 Jeremy Peña, SS Munetaka Murakami, 1B 2 Yordan Alvarez, DH Miguel Vargas, 3B 3 Isaac Paredes, 3B…

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White Sox vs. Astros Lineup: Can Burke Rebound? No Braden, MoreAfter a brutal loss on Monday, the Chicago White Sox will look to rebound against the Houston Astros on Tuesday. They will do so with their ace on the mound. Ga

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White Sox add second outfielder in 24 hours with former Twins speedsterThe deadline has passed for all 30 teams to add players to their rosters in time for postseason eligibility. Monday, August 31st was the final day, prompting a

Mets recall Nick Morabito, Dylan Ross as rosters expandThe Mets have made their initial September call-ups.

NY Mets prospect from Freddy Peralta trade is making one offseason choice easierA slew of New York Mets prospects will become eligible for the Rule 5 Draft this offseason. The expiration of the CBA makes it more complicated as there’s a pos

Farm Fortnight: Finish lines in sight for White Sox affiliates - Sox MachineWelcome to the last full Farm Fortnight of the season. Sure, Charlotte has three weeks left in its season, but by the time the next every other Tuesday rolls around, the regular seasons of Birmingham, Winston-Salem and Kannapolis will be complete. Perhaps the Barons and Dash will be able to buy some extra games by…

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MLB's Biggest Breakouts 💥Players having strong years that we didn't see coming 📲

White Sox Minor League Player of the Month (August 2026): Samuel ZavalaLed by a 16-10 performance from Kannapolis, every affiliate except the DSL finished at or above .500 this month

Today in White Sox History: September 1Could the legendary Branch Rickey have been a member of the 1906 World Champions?

South Side Sox Reacts: Final season record, one more timeSeptember would have to be a disaster to fall short of a winning season

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White Sox have 2 obvious choices to solve woes with back end of their rotationThe White Sox clinched their third-consecutive series win on Saturday afternoon despite Andrew Benintendi being the only hitter in the lineup to notch a hit. Th

Mets Prospect Report Card: AugustHow did the Mets’ top prospects grade out for the month of August?

Mets Player Meter: Pitchers, August 17-30A quick review of how the Mets’ pitchers fared in the past couple of weeks.

The last season the NY Mets had 0 Silver Slugger winners included an awful snubThe New York Mets have actually had a pretty good run in the 2020s when it comes to Silver Slugger winners. In 2022, they had Jeff McNeil. In 2023 and 2024, Fra

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Astros 6, White Sox 3: Kay Struggles as 14 Runners Left on BaseVisit Sox On 35th for this and more White Sox news, commentary, and podcasts!

It's OK if a Munetaka Murakami extension isn't imminent - Sox MachineChatter about a potential Munetaka Murakami extension is always on the periphery, and it perked up late last week due to a Chris Getz appearance on the New York Post’s baseball podcast with Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman, although the White Sox GM came short of bringing something new to the conversation. “I think he’s…

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White Sox likely Sept. roster expansion moves are boring but totally necessary for division titleToday is the first day of September and the beginning of the final month of the MLB regular season. Not only does this begin the playoff push for contending tea

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Where Luis Robert Jr. ranks among starting NY Mets CFs in the David Stearns eraCenter field is an important position that hasn’t exactly been solidified by the New York Mets since the departure of Carlos Beltran. Juan Lagares teased us but

Mets Minor League Players of the Week: Week Twenty-ThreeWhat minor league players put up the best numbers this past week, August 24th to August 30th?

These pleasant 2026 NY Mets developments remove any excuse to not sign Tarik SkubalIt might be a battle of two teams to sign Tarik Skubal and maybe not a very competitive one from one side. The Los Angeles Dodgers are getting the Skubal experi

Sloppy defense and soft offense hand the White Sox a hard loss in HoustonThe punchless South Siders fall, 6-3, against the Astros

Astros 6, White Sox 3: Sox can't walk to victory - Sox MachineDespite the offense drawing a season-high 10 walks, the Chicago White Sox lose 6-3 against Houston. Colson Montgomery hit his 50th career home run in defeat.

Kyle Teel Shines in Latest Game of White Sox Rehab AssignmentThe White Sox have entered the stretch run of their playoff push and need all the help they can get. While the offense is far from their biggest weakness, it he

White Sox vs. Astros (08/31/2026)

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Stock has the start of his life, Mets beat RaysRobert Stock had a great night, and the Mets held on to beat the Rays.

Mets vs. Rays (08/31/2026)

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Justin Hagenman to start Wednesday; Nick Morabito to join big league clubHappy Roster Expansion Eve!

White Sox Make Second Splash Trade of the Day, Acquire Seven-Year VeteranAfter acquiring outfielder Tommy Pham in a trade well after the trade deadline on Monday, the Chicago White Sox have made another deal. According to Marc Topkin

Pregame notes: White Sox ready to expand roster in Houston - Sox MachineIf you’re concerned about how the famously intense Tommy Pham will mesh with the free-spirited White Sox clubhouse, Will Venable isn’t. “There’s a real value to how he approaches things,” Venable told reporters before tonight’s game against the Astros at Daikin Field in Houston. “And that edge that he’s got is real. I think it…

Mets Player Meter: Position Players, August 17-30A quick review of how the Mets’ position players fared in the past couple of weeks.

White Sox vs. Astros Lineup: Meidroth Back? Can Kay Bounce Back, MoreAfter a series win over the Minnesota Twins, the Chicago White Sox will travel to Houston to play the Astros. They will do so with their usual lefty-heavy lineu

What Will Tommy Pham Offer the White Sox After Surprising Trade Amid Playoff Push?Amid a postseason race, the Chicago White Sox have made a rather interesting trade for a veteran outfielder and member of the 2024 team. The White Sox have acqu

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White Sox make questionable acquisition with Phillies waiver claim before roster expansionYou can never be too prepared for the playoffs, but the Chicago White Sox just made a move for a veteran bat that will leave most fans scratching their heads. N

White Sox spring an August surprise with Tommy Pham reunion - Sox MachineWhen the dust settled from the flurry of end-of-August waiver activity, there was always the possibility of the White Sox reuniting with a right-handed outfielder who was more likely to remind fans of the darker time during which he played, rather than the individual successes he enjoyed on the South Side. It’s just more surprising…

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White Sox acquire OF Tommy Pham from PhilliesThe Chicago White Sox acquired veteran outfielder Tommy Pham from the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday for cash considerations.

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Report: White Sox acquiring Tommy PhamCHICAGO — The White Sox are reportedly bringing back veteran outfielder Tommy Pham. Pham, 38, last played in the majors this April with the Mets. He was designated for assignment after not getting …

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Ex-White Sox star Luis Robert Jr. crashes AL playoff race suddenly after Mets cut baitThe most controversial trade of the White Sox offseason can officially be graded as a lose-lose. Outfielder Luis Robert Jr, who the White Sox sent to the Mets f

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Circle of MLB transactions is complete with NY Mets officially losing Luis Robert Jr.This might actually be the best outcome for the New York Mets. Instead of landing with a geographical, divisional, or rival of any other kind, Luis Robert Jr. w

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Phillies Trade OF to White SoxTommy Pham expected to join Chicago when rosters expand September 1st (Passan)

White Sox Minor League Player of the Week (August 24-30, 2026): David SandlinThe affiliates posted a 12–12 week, anchored by a 4–2 series win from the Knights

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Orioles Claim Luis Robert Jr.Baltimore picks up veteran outfielder off waivers from Mets (SNY)

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White Sox shut down by Twins starter Zebby Matthews, settle for series win in Minnesota over the weekendThe first-place Chicago White Sox notched their third series win in a row over the weekend in Minnesota, but they couldn't complete a sweep of the Twins, thanks to Zebby Matthews. The right-hander took a perfect game into the sixth inning Sunday afternoon and pitched a career-high 8 1/3 innings as the Twins beat the White Sox, 5-1, to avoid being swept by the American League Central leaders.

Monday Stat Party: Lavender HazeBenge breaks a rookie record as Ewing prepares to seize one of his own.

Today in White Sox History: August 31Colson Montgomery joins some rare company

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Colson Montgomery's poorly timed slump is threatening White Sox's grip on AL CentralThings have gotten really ugly in August.

White Sox Minor Keys: Aug. 30, 2026 - Sox MachineHow good was David Sandlin’s start on Saturday? It placed him second on the latest Baseball America Hot Sheet even though it was the only game he pitched this past week. The White Sox acquired Sandlin from the Red Sox prior to the season, and he’s made five appearances for the major league squad to…

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Who are the White Sox September Call Up Candidates?With rosters expanding on September 1, who could the White Sox potentially call up to join the crew in their postseason push?

10 Questions for Mets entering SeptemberHow the next month informs the next year of Mets baseball.

Mets Morning News: At Least Soto’s HealthyYour Monday morning dose of Mets and Major League Baseball news, notes, and links.

Mets travel to Florida for matchup with first-place RaysThe Mets’ string of facing first place clubs continues.

White Sox Magic Number Watch: Small Difference Between Division, Playoff NumbersThe White Sox didn't get the sweep against the Minnesota Twins but still took two of three over the weekend, dealing a serious blow to their divisional rival's

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊How every team stacks up as September looms 📲

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/31/26: This is fine (no really!)Catch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

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NY Mets Monday Morning GM: Luis Robert Jr. trade was worth the riskWhen the New York Mets traded for Luis Robert Jr. as part of their late January frenzy, the two-letter word related to everything about him was “if.” If he coul

White Sox Minor League Update: August 30, 2026Drew Thorpe may be headed to Chicago, and Birmingham sweeps the week to remain in improbable playoff contention

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New MLB Playoff Picture 🖼️Astros break AL West slump. Full standings with a month left in the season 📲

Mets lose to Astros despite strong start from Lindor and SotoThe offense was out-hit, and the bullpen could not keep things close during this rubber game loss.

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Zebby Matthews didn’t Maddux the White Sox, but Chicago falls to Twins, 5-1Perfect game was broken up by soft contact — but at least it was broken up

Twins 5, White Sox 1: Nearly zeroed by Zebby - Sox MachineIt took 5⅔ innings, but the White Sox weren’t no-hit. It took 8⅔ innings, but they weren’t shut out. Give them 12 of 13 innings, and they might’ve been able to close the gap. As it stood, the White Sox’s best contact against Zebby Matthews wasn’t productive, and soft contact is a hard way to…

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Takeaways After White Sox Offense Shut Down in Series Finale Against TwinsAfter a great win on Saturday forged by the bullpen and clutch hitting, the Chicago White Sox lost 5-1 to the Minnesota Twins on Sunday. Let's talk about it! Of

White Sox vs. Twins (08/30/2026)

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How the NY Mets should view Jared Young to give them the best roster possible in 2027Jared Young remains one of the most pleasant New York Mets surprises of the 2026 season. He dominated in Triple-A last season while sprinkling in a few big bops

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/30/26: Dr. Tong’s House of KsCatch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

Pregame notes: Trying to sweep without a starter - Sox MachineThe White Sox will try to complete a three-game sweep at Target Field, which would effectively end the Twins’ postseason chances. Those weren’t in great shape to begin with, but FanGraphs had them at 12.6 percent before series, and it’s down to 5.2 percent now. Meanwhile, the White Sox have surged from 77.9 percent to…

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White Sox vs. Twins Lineup: Jordan Hicks to Start, Chase Meidroth Sitting, MoreThanks to Andrew Benintendi, the White Sox are in position to sweep the Minnesota Twins. That means Will Venable can tinker with the lineup a little bit, but no

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South Side Sox Reacts: Confidence brimsIt’s feast or famine in terms of confidence in the White Sox

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Today in White Sox History: August 30Joe Borchard goes BOOM

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Mets' decision to give up on blockbuster trade just paved White Sox's way for an unlikely reunionHe's probably too expensive, but man this would be fun.

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Snoopy's Wild First Pitch 😭Classic Joe Cool 🎥

The Mets’ All-Stretch-Run TeamAn honor for those who finished their seasons on a high note.

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3 Silver Slugger pairings NY Mets fans wish they could’ve seenCrossing eras is something a baseball fan never gets the courtesy of witnessing. Imagine Tom Seaver in the same rotation as Jacob deGrom. That’s how you start y

Spare Parts: Last call for postseason-eligible roster additions - Sox MachineMonday marks the last day of August, which is the last day a player can be claimed from outside an organization and be eligible for his new team’s postseason roster, and the last day an organization can attempt to shed a player and get his remaining salary taken off the books. The Mets drew attention…

Mets Morning News: Soto returns from the IL, Mets place Robert on waiversYour Sunday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.

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White Sox Rumors: Chicago could already be eyeing next Japanese superstarIt’s been less than a year since the Chicago White Sox shocked the baseball world and landed Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami in free agency prior to the 20

White Sox Minor Keys: Aug. 29, 2026 - Sox MachineThe White Sox haven’t thrown a complete game at the major league level since Mike Clevinger in 2023, but David Sandlin went the distance for Charlotte on Saturday night. Granted, it was only seven innings in the back half of a doubleheader with Memphis, but given that White Sox pitchers are struggling to go five,…

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White Sox Minor League Update: August 29, 2026Only the Barons took an L Saturday as the Knights swept a doubleheader, and the A-squads took care of business with Ws

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Benintendi has all three Chicago hits, including a home run, as White Sox beat Twins 3-2Andrew Benintendi had all three of Chicago's hits, with his sixth-inning home run being the difference, as the White Sox beat the Minnesota Twins 3-2 Saturday.

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Today in White Sox History: August 29The South Siders slide farther into ignominy

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MLB Fan Hits 3 Games in 1 DayRare cross-city feat completed in NYC 📸

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Takeaways After Andrew Benintendi Records Every White Sox Hit in Win Over TwinsAfter Colson Montgomery was the hero for the Chicago White Sox in a win over the Minnesota Twins on Friday night, Andrew Benintendi did the same on Saturday aft

Nolan McLean shines as Mets end losing streakThe Mets earned a feel-good win behind stud rookie’s strong outing.

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White Sox accept gift from Twins, 3-2Andrew Benintendi, and bad Minnesota play, do it all

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Mets Waive Luis Robert Jr.New York placing veteran outfielder on outright waivers (MLB.com)

White Sox 3, Twins 2: Andrew Benintendi is enough - Sox MachineSox Machine regularly receives reminders about Lamar Johnson whenever he posts in the comments, but Andrew Benintendi supplied another one by joining Johnson as the second White Sox player to supply all three of his team’s hits in a game. And just like Johnson’s Sox back on June 19, 1977, it was just good enough…

How 3 NY Mets players had a record-breaking season and yet none won a Silver SluggerA 71-91 New York Mets team shouldn’t live on and yet because of the way three players performed, it’s hard to ignore the season. The 1996 Mets were caught betwe

White Sox vs. Twins (08/29/2026)

Full highlights from Chicago White Sox' 3-2 win vs. Minnesota Twins 🎥

Mets activate Juan Soto from IL, send down Eric WagamanThe Mets get their prized slugger back for the club’s final stretch.

Why the NY Mets can still be satisfied with choosing A.J. Ewing over Drew GilbertThere was a point in time when it looked like the New York Mets made the right call by shipping Drew Gilbert off. One of the gems of the Justin Verlander trade,

First Pitch: White Sox at Twins - Sox MachineAfter handing Dean Kremer a loss for the first time in six tries, the White Sox now turn their attention to longer-time nemesis Bailey Ober, who is 6-2 with a 3.67 ERA in 15 career starts. After hanging nine runs over 7⅓ combined innings the first two times the Sox saw him, Ober has completed…

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White Sox vs. Twins Lineup: Usual Suspects in For Second Game of SeriesNot only did the White Sox win their third straight to open their series against the Minnesota Twins, but they now are a season-high eight games above .500. It'

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Juan Soto is back from the injured list, the Mets announced. They optioned Eric Wagaman as the corresponding move for the active roster.

There’s something else Carson Benge is really good atThe rookie might secretly be a six-tool player.

Former NY Mets Minor League Pitcher of the Year is earning himself a return to MLBWinning a Minor League Player of the Year Award is a nice pat on the back yet hardly an indication of stardom on the rise. The pitching award, especially, has h

Sporcle Saturday: 100+ runs in a season - Sox MachineGood morning! Miguel Vargas continues to be a revelation this season. Entering Friday evening’s slate of games, Vargas leads the American League in runs scored with 91. Should he continue his pace (cue Josh telling you to pound on the nearest block of wood!), he’ll become the first White Sox to score 100 runs in…

Mets Morning News for August 29, 2026Your Saturday morning dose of New York Mets and MLB news, notes, and links.

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2 players White Sox should prioritize extensions for after Murakami deal gets completedUnwise extensions for unproven players were a big part of what caused the White Sox last rebuild to fail. The team awarded players like Yoan Moncada, Eloy Jimen

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MLB's Top Prospects Under 20 🤩Jesús Made, Leo De Vries crack B/R's top-25 list of league's brightest future stars ➡️

Mets Daily Prospect Report, 8/29/26: If not for Binghamton…Catch up on all the Mets prospects in yesterday’s minor league action!

White Sox Minor Keys: Aug. 28, 2026 - Sox MachineFor those concerned that James wouldn’t be writing Sun-Times articles about prospects who hadn’t even been assigned to affiliates yet, he produced one about sixth-round pick Alex Weingartner, the New Jersey high school outfielder the White Sox signed away from a commitment to Penn State for $1,397,000. That kind of money is usually reserved for…