But there were actually a few good things that happened for the White Sox
OK, we’re used to losing and it’s nice this one doesn’t count. Still, a win would have been a pleasant surprise. Make that shock.
Things got out of hand quickly when starter Jared Shuster, who had coasted through the first, got crushed in the second for five hits, a walk, and five runs, all earned despite a throwing error by second baseman Chase Meidroth.
Those were all the runs the Cubs needed, but they tacked on two more in the fourth off Prelander Berroa, who only lasted a third of an inning before leaving with an elbow problem. The other six White Sox pitchers, a “who are they?” gang, did just fine, allowing just one hit and three walks while striking out four.
The particularly good news came on the offensive side. Luis Robert Jr. had two hits, and though they had a little good fortune from seeing-eyeness and non seeing-sunness, they’ll look good in the audition video for prospective trade partners — especially if you leave out his K on a low and outside pitch his third time up.
The even better news came in the form of long balls from prospects. The first, from Colson Montgomery in the fourth, was a downright blast to dead center.
The 1st White Sox home run of Spring Training belongs to Colson Montgomery! pic.twitter.com/Qoe7Hvb0bq
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) February 22, 2025
Montgomery had struck out his first time up, so the homer was a big turnaround.
Then, Tim Elko went opposite field in the sixth.
The Sox didn’t threaten much after that, ending up with eight hits and four walks against 12 strikeouts. Montgomery’s dinger was the only hit in seven tries with a runner in scoring position.
Next up is a visit to the Royals tomorrow, game time 2:05 p.m. Central, with no broadcasts on the Sox side.