When asked if he wished he would have gotten up to the plate, Tim Anderson said "for sure."
He added with a laugh, "But it’s all good. Kevin, I’ll see him in Tampa, so I’ll take it out on him then."
The Chicago White Sox announced that Ken Williams, executive vice president, and Rick Hahn, senior vice president/general manager, have been relieved of their responsibilities, effective immediately.
The White Sox purchased the contracts of right-handed pitcher Jason Bilous and left-hander Bennett Sousa from Triple-A Charlotte. The Sox 40-man roster increases to 35.
The Chicago White Sox purchased the contract of pitcher Johnny Cueto from Triple-A Charlotte and optioned infielder Danny Mendick to Charlotte. Cueto will start tonight’s game against the Royals in Kansas City.
The White Sox have picked up the multiyear option for play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti. The Sox also announced a multiyear extension agreement with analyst Steve Stone.
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Final: White Sox 7, Indians 2.
The Sox are the American League Central champions.
Tim Anderson homered twice (solo and 3-run) and had four RBIs. Luis Robert and Eloy Jiménez also homered.
Final: Yankees 15, White Sox 7
Yoán Moncada hit a 3-run homer in the 7th, tying the game at 7. But the Yankees scored 7 runs in the 8th.
Giancarlo Stanton had 2 2-run homers and 6 RBIs. Sox reliever Joe Kelly allowed 5 runs on 1 hit with 4 walks in two-thirds of an inning.
That’s a wrap for the 2020 season. What a ride from spring training to the pandemic-shortened regular season to the playoffs.
Thanks to all the readers.
Final: Sox 4, Astros 0.
Carlos Rodón allowed one hit and struck out 10 in seven innings.
Yoán Moncada and Tim Anderson hit solo home runs.
The Sox took two of three in the series and are a season-high 20 games over .500 (56-36).
Final: White Sox 2, Rays 1, 11 innings. Impressive comeback victory for the Sox. All-Stars all played key roles. McCann homered with two outs in the ninth to tie the game. Abreu knocks in the go-ahead run in the 11th. Giolito pitched 6 2/3 strong innings.
The White Sox and pitcher Lance Lynn agreed to terms on a two-year, $38-million extension, which includes a club option for 2024. Lynn will receive $18.5 million in both 2022 and 2023, with the Sox holding an $18-million option for 2024 with a $1-million buyout.
Announcement from Major League Baseball: Mike Wright Jr. of the Chicago White Sox has been suspended for his actions during the Los Angeles Angels – Chicago White Sox game on Sept. 16. Wright Jr. will serve a two game suspension beginning tonight, Sept. 24 at Cleveland.
Lucas Giolito, when asked if he's going to arbitration: "It’s looking like it. Very frustrating. First of all, I love White Sox fans. I appreciate all the love last night on Twitter from those guys. It’s just very unfortunate. Disheartening. Honestly. I just love this team. ...
Final: Sox 4, Astros 2.
The Sox score 4 in the 8th on the way to one of their best wins of the season.
Eloy Jiménez tied the game with a 2-run double. Yoán Moncada put them ahead with a 2-run single.
Johnny Cueto allowed 2 runs, 1 earned, on 6 hits in 8 innings.
From the Sox: The White Sox are aware of tonight’s Instagram post by Yermín Mercedes, who is currently on the active roster of our Class AAA team in Charlotte. At this point in time, the White Sox have not received any official notification from Yermín concerning his future plans
Final: White Sox 4, Red Sox 2
Vince Velasquez allowed 1 run on 3 hits with 2 walks and 2 strikeouts in 5 innings.
Tim Anderson had 3 singles and scored once.
Luis Robert hit a 2-run home run.
White Sox have won 4 straight.
Final: Mets 2, White Sox 0.
It's loss No. 107 for the Sox, setting a franchise record for most defeats in a season.
The Sox (31-107) have lost 10 straight, their third skid of 10-plus games this season.
It’s the first 0-10 homestand in franchise history.
Statement from Marco Paddy, Sox special assistant to the general manager – international operations: "Colás possesses an aggressive style of play that includes an impressive power bat and arm, as well as the ability to play above average defense at all three outfield positions.”
Dylan Cease will wear uniform No. 84.
From the White Sox news release: "According to Baseball Reference, he will be the third player in major-league history to wear 84, joining Prince Fielder with Texas from 2014-16 and J.T. Snow with Boston in 2006."
Final (11 innings): Sox 7, Rays 5.
Tim Anderson hit a game-tying solo home run in the ninth and put the team ahead with an RBI single in the 11th. He scored a run later in the inning.
Anderson went 3-for-6 with four runs and two RBIs.