The White Sox defeated both the Royals and Mariners today during their split-squad matchups.
In the game against the Mariners saw Eloy Jimenez continue his strong start to Spring Training, with a pair of singles that each drove in a run. Down 5-3 heading into the seventh inning, the White Sox mounted a comeback with a Zach Remillard solo home run and a Danny Mendick two-run homer. Aaron Mcgarity recorded the save and the White Sox sealed a 6-5 victory.
Gavin Sheets lead the way in the White Sox 6-1 win against the Royals with a pair of solo home runs. Andrew Benintendi also recorded a multi-hit game with a double and a single. In Bailey Horn’s first appearance back with the White Sox, he pitched an inning of shutout ball.
With the pair of wins, the White Sox improved to 3-5 on the Spring Training season.
Offensive Recap
- Nicky Lopez: 2-for-2, 2 2B, 2 R
- Yoan Moncada: 1-for-3, 2B, R, RBI
- Eloy Jimenez: 2-for-3, 2 RBI
- Andrew Benintendi: 2-for-3, 2B, RBI
- Gavin Sheets: 2-for-2, 2 HR, 2 RBI
Pitching Recap
- Jared Shuster: 2 IP, 5 H, 3 ER, 1 BB, 3 K
- Nick Padilla: 2 IP, 1 H, 1 ER, 2 K
- Jake Woodford: 2 IP, 1 H, 2 K
- Tanner Banks: 2 IP, 1 H, 1 BB, 2 K
- Bailey Horn: 1 IP, 0 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 0 K
Game Highlights
Next Game
The White Sox continue Spring Training tomorrow with another matchup against the Cubs. The first pitch is at 2:05, and the Cubs’ broadcast will be televised on the Marquee Sports Network.
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