Chicago White Sox vs. San Diego Padres - February 28, 2024

Pregame notes: Nearing the home stretch - Sox MachineEditor’s note: We regret to inform you that this is the penultimate game James is covering for Sox Machine. We’ll announce where he’s going in the coming days, but he will still be covering the White Sox in short order, so you won’t have to mourn his absence like the last time. It does mark…

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White Sox vs. Reds Lineup: Chase Meidroth's Status, No Miguel Vargas? MoreAfter a heartbreaking loss on Tuesday to the Cincinnati Reds, the Chicago White Sox need to bounce back to have a chance at winning this series. Game Info Who:

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White Sox must act fast to solve the Bryan Hudson problem that's threatening their successTuesday night’s 5-4 defeat at the hands of the Cincinnati Reds was one of the most frustrating losses of the season for White Sox fans. Chicago launched three h

Milwaukee Brewers at San Diego PadresYour game thread for August 11, 2026.

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White Sox fans must look past Colson Montgomery’s batting average to see his true valueColson Montgomery entered went 0-4 against the Cincinnati Reds oh Tuesday, August 11th. His batting average sits at .213. That sounds like a bench player, or ev

Padres Crush Brewers 11-2, Eye Afternoon SweepFriarsWatch: August 12 Edition

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Craig Stammen savored the Padres flipping the revenge script vs. BrewersPadres fans have seen this film plenty of times. A former Padre strolls into town and turns into Babe Ruth for a series. It happens often enough that the Padres

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White Sox Farm Report: August 11, 2026The White Sox minor league affiliates went 3-2 on Tuesday, with Tim Elko and Javier Mogollon each going yard.

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White Sox could helpfully poach former Tigers backstop after Red Sox rapid DFAIt’s fair to say that the catcher position hasn’t gone as planned for the White Sox in 2026. Starter Kyle Teel didn’t make his season debut until June 22nd afte

Newly acquired Luis Castillo is embracing change with the White Sox, but can it turn around his season? - Sox MachineThe White Sox don’t call games from the dugout like some organizations have begun to in recent years. But after their biggest acquisition from last month’s trade deadline, Luis Castillo, got touched up for five earned runs in four innings during his White Sox debut in Boston last week, input on his pitch usage is…

Padres beat up on Brewers en route to series winNews to know about your San Diego Padres and MLB for August 12, 2026.

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Today in White Sox History: August 12The 1972 club storms into first place!

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Padres’ new owners inherit the joy and agony of A.J. PrellerJosé E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones are preparing to take control of the San Diego Padres, and we’re sure that they’re aware that this is nothing close to a clea

White Sox Minor Keys: Aug. 11, 2026 - Sox MachineIn terms of wins and losses, the Winston-Salem Dash are well ahead of where they were last season, improving to 59-49 with an 8-6 win over Greensboro on Tuesday. That’s three more victories than they notched all of last season, when they ended up the year 56-74, and with two more wins, they’ll have posted…

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White Sox Minor League Update: August 11, 2026The Knights, Barons, and Dash led the way with exciting victories on the farm

Padres Demolish Brewers 😵

Tatis stays red-hot after hitting HR in 11-2 win

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No divine intervention on the South Side as White Sox lose, 5-4, in 10 inningsA beautiful start from Sean Burke was ruined by blowing a four-run lead before losing to Cincy

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Reds rally late, beat the White Sox 5-4 in the 10th to spoil pope hat giveaway nightElly De La Cruz drove in automatic runner Matt McLain with a sacrifice fly in the top of the 10th inning as the Cincinnati Reds snapped a three-game skid with a 5-4 comeback win over the Chicago Wh…

Reds 5, White Sox 4 (10 innings) Pope hats aren't rally caps - Sox MachineA capacity crowd of 38,113 that came to Rate Field for the Pope Hat giveaway ended up having an evening that tested their faith. What looked like a relatively straightforward victory turned into an extra-inning defeat on a dime, as Bryan Hudson and Grant Taylor combined to blow a 4-1 lead in the eighth after…

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Padres insider puts Ethan Salas on the doorstep of a September call-upThe conversation surrounding Ethan Salas has officially moved past the point of wishful thinking. When insider Dennis Lin says there is a “very good chance” Sa

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Chicago White Sox vs. Cincinnati Reds - 08/11/2026

Milwaukee Brewers at San Diego PadresYour game thread for August 10, 2026.

Padres rally late to take opener, setting up key middle game of seriesFriarWatch: August 11 Edition

White Sox's Pope Hat Celly 😂

Fan giveaway made its way into the dugout

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Pregame notes: The Pope hat game - Sox MachineIf you’re of the opinion that it’s amazing to have the literal Pope of the Roman Catholic Church be a White Sox fan from the south suburbs, but the MLB team’s efforts to capitalize on it have run their course…oh boy, this is going to be a rough night for you. Chief revenue officer Brooks…

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White Sox vs. Reds Lineup: No Meidroth Again? A Way Different Look, MoreAfter winning their weekend series against the Cleveland Guardians and an off day, the Chicago White Sox will face the Cincinnati Reds. They will do so with an

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How Chase Meidroth has quietly become White Sox' most improved player in 2026The 2026 Chicago White Sox are one of the best stories in baseball. On the heels of three-straight 100-loss seasons, the White Sox find themselves in first plac

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Should the White Sox Already Regret Trading Boston Smith to the Mariners?Before the trade deadline, the Chicago White Sox acquired starter Luis Castillo from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for minor leaguer Nolan Jones, reliever Se

Ethan Salas surging with El Paso; new players enter systemPadres minor league update - August 10

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Today in White Sox History: August 11It would be the last day in first place for the 2010 White Sox

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How Ryan Galanie's major league potential has come into focus - Sox MachineThe headline and photo above this paragraph spoil the answer, but if you’re reading this article on your phone next to a White Sox fan who knows ball, ask them who’s the active leader in the the White Sox minor leagues in OPS since the start of June. After the trade for Luis Castillo that…

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Padres turn former speedster Brandon Lockridge’s best weapon against him in poetic win over BrewersIf you’re the kind of person who loves a good callback, this one arrived with a strong soundtrack. Former Padres outfielder Brandon Lockridge built his first me

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Bold MLB Predictions 🔮🏆 Ohtani loses MVP race 😯 Surprise division winners 📲 Hot takes for final 2 months

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White Sox Said to Be Eyeing Jorge Mateo, Raising Questions About Luisangel AcunaThe trade deadline may have ended over a week ago, but the White Sox may not be done adding just yet. All things considered, the South Siders were slightly les

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White Sox rumors: Chicago could find perfect Luisangel Acuna replacement in former Braves speedsterThe trade deadline may have passed and the season may be getting late, but that doesn’t stop MLB teams from looking for ways to bolster their roster. Rebuilding

Jackson Merrill homers for third straight game to lead Padres over BrewersNews to know about your San Diego Padres and MLB for August 11, 2026.

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White Sox pitching notes: Grant Taylor's 'unicorn' curveball - Sox MachineBased on run values per 100 pitches, or wOBA, Grant Taylor has either the third or fourth-most valuable curveball in the sport, at least among pitchers who have thrown over 200 of them. “It’s a unicorn pitch,” said pitching coach Zach Bove. “I would layer on the ability to throw it in the zone, too.…

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Joe Musgrove makes Padres return stance clear after Casey Mize, Robbie Ray tradesA.J. Preller spent the trade deadline doing what he said he would: buying innings. Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta didn’t take that as permission to relax. Musgro

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White Sox need to stop making this critical mistake with promising rookie Sam AntonacciOn August 6th, it was reported that Sam Antonacci would be out of the line-up against left-handed Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez. This was not surprising. Anton

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White Sox Weekly: August 3-9, 2026A beatdown in Boston was followed by pest control

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Players on Trade Watch Before 2027 👀Zach Neto, CJ Abrams, more players who could move before Opening Day 📲

Padres Win Series Opener ♨️

San Diego wins pitching duel against Brewers

Milwaukee Brewers at San Diego PadresYour game thread for August 10, 2026.

Padres vs Brewers: Possible October baseball matchupFriarsWatch: August 10 Edition

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Padres' improbable turnaround from MLB's worst offense revived their playoff dreamsThe Padres had MLB's worst offense through mid-June. Since then? Top 10 in nearly everything. The stars are cooking, and it's revived San Diego's playoff push.

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Former White Sox SS Tim Anderson announces retirementCHICAGO (AP/WGN) - Tim Anderson, a two-time All-Star shortstop who won the 2019 AL batting title with the Chicago White Sox, has decided to retire after spending 10 years in the major leagues. Ande...

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Failed White Sox signing's Padres debut immediately casts his departure in a different lightWhen the White Sox signed outfielder Austin Hays to a one-year deal this past offseason, the team hoped he’d be a study offensive veteran presence in a young, u

South Side Sox Reacts: Which is the next jersey to be retired?Six important figures — but only five players — make up your choices

White Sox's Pope Hat Night 🔥Celebrating Pope Leo XIV's fandom with giveaway and live mural painting 📸

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Post-Deadline Playoff Predictions 🔮Breaking down the bracket after Skubal to LA, more 📲

Today in White Sox History: August 10Kevin Bell has a monster day from the No. 9 spot

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Former White Sox All-Star Tim Anderson Retires, Will Have Ceremony at Rate FieldAfter a 10-year career that saw him win a batting title and become a fan favorite, former Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson has retired. Anderson announc

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Tim Anderson's official retirement formally ends once-promising era of White Sox baseballAfter ten big league seasons, two All-Star appearances, a Silver Slugger, and a batting title, former White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson announced his retirement

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Projected MLB Playoff Bracket ♨️Breaking down potential postseason picture and latest standings 📲

Padres’ two youngest players hitting their strideJackson Merrill, Bradgley Rodriguez crucial to Padres success

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Tim Anderson retires after 10 MLB seasons - Sox MachineFormer White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson is retiring from baseball, he announced Monday in a Zoom call with Chicago-area media. “I still love the game, but it’s just brought too much pain to me, so going back to play is probably not for me,” Anderson said, in an emotional session with reporters. “Definitely were great…

White Sox Minor League Player of the Week (August 3-9, 2026): Korey LeeThe Knights and Cannon Ballers went 4-2 to lead the affiliates

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Austin Hays delivered a storybook Padres debut hours after joining the teamWhat are the odds?

MLB Postseason Schedule 🍿Potential World Series Game 7 on Halloween. Full calendar here 📲

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White Sox Answer Another Huge Test and Maintain Control of Playoff Destiny The Chicago White Sox faced arguably their toughest challenge of the season this weekend. And they passed with flying colors. The AL Central was essentially on

White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson announces his retirementAfter 10 seasons in the major leagues and a lot of memorable moments with the White Sox, Tim Anderson has announced his retirement.

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White Sox quietly bolster outfield depth by signing former Brewers top prospectWith the 2026 trade deadline now in the past, there aren’t as many opportunities for major league baseball teams to bolster their rosters as the end of the seas

Tim Anderson Retires at 33Shortstop made two All-Star teams in 10 MLB seasons

Why Drew Thorpe is the best option to complete the White Sox rotationWith the White Sox searching for a fifth starter in the midst of a playoff push, could Drew Thorpe's return from injury be perfectly timed?

White Sox Farm Report: August 9, 2026The White Sox High-A affiliate won a game that took three days to complete, with Roch Cholowsky reaching base once each day.

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White Sox Minor Keys: Aug. 9, 2026 - Sox MachineAfter the White Sox acquired Luis Castillo for three players, I briefly mourned the absence of Boston Smith in the Minor Keys, as his ability to produce explosive performances on a consistent basis despite a rather problematic contact rate made him an utterly baffling prospect to follow (compliment). Following up on my vow to keep…

Pitching, power leads to series win for Padres over AstrosNews to know about your San Diego Padres and MLB for August 10, 2026.

White Sox announce new details for Tuesday's Pope Hat giveawayVisit Sox On 35th for this and more White Sox news, commentary, and podcasts!

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The forgotten piece of the Casey Mize trade could transform the Padres’ benchAdding depth where it matters most.

Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands as we near mid-August 📲

Fixing Every Bubble Team’s Big Flaw 🛠️How 10 fringe playoff clubs can move on to October ➡️

South Side Sox Reacts: The Chris Getz report cardThe White Sox were passable, the Dodgers impeccable

Padres Reacts Survey Results: Fans not overly impressed with Trade Deadline additionsFans hope the rough debuts are anomalies for Casey Mize and Robbie Ray.

White Sox Minor League Update: August 9, 2026The Dash took two Ls in their Sunday doubleheader, while the Cannon Ballers and Knights snuck away with wins

Bullpen shines on rainy day, as White Sox take key series from GuardiansThe South Siders extended their lead over Cleveland to four games with Sunday’s victory

Padres sign outfielder Austin Hays; option Gage WorkmanPost-deadline move upgrades roster

Tatis Moonshot HR 🌕

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Fernando Tatis Jr. DEMOLISHES a 3-run homer 😤 421 feet to the Western Metal Supply Co. building!

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Colson Montgomery hits 3-run homer and White Sox top Guardians 5-3 to increase AL Central leadCHICAGO (AP) - Colson Montgomery's 26th homer, a three-run shot, capped Chicago's four-run third inning and the White Sox held on to beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-3 on Sunday. Munetaka Murakami and Randal Grichuk each doubled in a run as the White Sox won their second straight, increasing their AL Central lead to 3 1/2 [...]

Houston Astros at San Diego PadresYour game thread for August 9, 2026.

White Sox 5, Guardians 3: Water, walks, and a win - Sox MachineAs a young White Sox blogger, I found watching post-shoulder capsule surgery John Danks strangely liberating. For one turn in the rotation, it wasn’t necessary to analyze how a starter’s stuff was performing, if they were missing bats or barely escaping waves of hard contact. If Danks got through a quality start, it was a…

Guardians vs. White Sox (08/09/2026)

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Padres even series; Javier vs Vasquez in an early evening finaleFriarWatch: August 9 Edition

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White Sox DFA Only Struggling Prospect From Big Garrett Crochet TradeThe Chicago White Sox made a quiet but notable minor league move this weekend. Amid their major decision to bring up both Hagen Smith and Tanner McDougal, the

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Padres add two starters, offense still puzzlingPadres notes- August 7

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Padres pounce on former All-Star Austin Hays after disastrous White Sox chapterThe Padres made a move that feels exactly like something A.J. Preller would do. Austin Hays is headed to San Diego on a major-league deal, giving the club a for

Tarps Off During Rain Delay 😭

Baseball field is covered, White Sox fans are not

Padres Signing Austin Hays

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Outfielder Austin Hays is in agreement with the Padres on a major-league deal, source tells @TheAthletic

Pregame notes: Who has the better lineup here? - Sox MachineThe White Sox feel that Davis Martin has largely addressed the pitch-tipping that plagued him during his first inning against the Red Sox, so now he can take on more of an age-old challenge. “When the fastball command is there, it’s good,” said pitching coach Zach Bove. “It kind of sets up everything, it gives…

With a new draft class coming in, White Sox trim 24 from the systemNine preseason SSS Top 100 picks got the axe

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White Sox Farm Report: August 8, 2026Visit Sox On 35th for this and more White Sox news, commentary, and podcasts!

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Jackson Merrill’s dramatic turnaround changes everything for the Padres’ playoff chaseIt’s probably safe to say that Jackson Merrill is back. We can quit wondering when the Padres’ young star would rediscover himself because the answer appears to

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White Sox retire No. 13 of former manager and shortstop Ozzie GuillénThe Chicago White Sox retired the No. 13 of former manager and shortstop Ozzie Guillén, who skippered the team that won the 2005 World Series title, in a ceremony before Saturday’s game again…

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Former White Sox Pitcher Tommy John Pens Farewell Letter Amid IllnessMore than 50 years ago, former Chicago White Sox pitcher Tommy John revolutionized the sport in a way that will be remembered forever. On Saturday morning, John

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Michael King, Jackson Merrill deliver win for PadresNews to know about your San Diego Padres and MLB for August 9, 2026.

At last, Ozzie Guillén essential spot in White Sox history is immortalized - Sox MachineBesuited with the flag of his native Venezuela proudly displayed on his lapel, Ozzie Guillén walked hand-in-hand with his wife Ibis into Rate Field’s conference and learning center for a media availability about the greatest honor of his career. Immediately, he cracked a joke. “A lot of bad things happen in this room.” It killed.…

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White Sox recent outfield shuffle has only complicated their long-term outlookThe White Sox decided to rebuild their outfield during this off-season. Of the five outfielders they had on Opening Day in 2025, only Andrew Benintendi was on t

White Sox Minor Keys: Aug. 8, 2026 - Sox MachineRoch Cholowsky and the Winston-Salem Dash keep getting rained out, so in order to pull more first impressions from the beginning of his pro career, you can go back to his ramp-up period in Arizona, which Jason Pennini covered from a pro scouting perspective at Baseball America. He writes that Cholowsky had all five tools…

White Sox Minor League Update: August 8, 2026The Barons and Ballers took home a W as the South Side farm split the day, while the Dash were rained out again

Late-game offense, web-gem defense bring South Side victory on Ozzie Guillén DayA tip of the cap to Kay’s much-needed quality start, pacing a 6-3 win

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Murakami HR, Peters, Meidroth each knock in 2 runs as White Sox top Guardians to end 4-game skidCHICAGO (AP) - Munetaka Murakami homered and Tristan Peters and Chase Meidroth each drove in a pair of runs in Chicago's five-run sixth inning as the White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 6-3 Saturday, snapping a season-worst four-game skid. Braden Montgomery singled in a run in the eighth as Chicago (60-56) increased its first-place lead [...]

White Sox 6, Guardians 3: Avoiding a five-game skid with a five-run sixth - Sox MachineFor five innings of one-hit ball, Guardians starter Gavin Williams backing up 100 mph heat with knee-buckling curveballs looked like the sort of neat trick that would dominate the night. And in the era where Ozzie Guillén managed, maybe it would have, at least for another out or so. Through 5 2/3 innings, the only…