Kay Dominates Early Frames
Anthony Kay provided the foundation for the Chicago White Sox victory, pitching five innings of effective ball. He allowed two earned runs on five hits while striking out four batters. Kay’s performance secured his seventh win of the season, improving his record to 7-4. He was supported by a bullpen that kept the Texas Rangers off the board for the final four innings.
Jordan Hicks worked a scoreless sixth inning, earning his fifth hold. Grant Taylor followed with two shutout frames, striking out five batters to add his sixth hold. Bryan Hudson closed the game with a perfect ninth inning, recording two strikeouts for his fourth save.
Rangers Pitching Struggles
Texas starters faced early trouble. Tyler Alexander pitched two innings, giving up one earned run on one hit. Cal Quantrill took the loss after allowing two earned runs on two hits over three innings.
Quantrill’s record dropped to 3-3. Jakob Junis pitched one inning, allowing one earned run on three hits. Robby Ahlstrom, Peyton Gray, and Jacob Latz each pitched one scoreless inning to end the game.
