The Chicago White Sox faced off against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rate Field on September 11, 2025. The White Sox won 5-1, improving their record to 56-90. The Rays’ record fell to 72-73 after the game.

Shane Smith was the winning pitcher for the White Sox, pitching 5.67 innings without giving up a run. Key performances included Kenny Teel and Colson Montgomery, each driving in two runs. The game was played in clear weather with a temperature of 100 degrees.

The White Sox started strong with two runs in the first inning. They held onto this lead for most of the game. In the sixth inning, they added three more runs, making their lead even bigger. The Rays tried to come back in the eighth inning. They scored one run, but it wasn’t enough. The White Sox won the game 5-1, keeping the Rays from closing the gap.

Shane Smith played a key role in the White Sox’s win. He pitched 5.67 innings, allowing no runs and only four hits. This performance earned him the win, improving his record to 5-7.

Ian Seymour was the starting pitcher for the Rays. He pitched 5.33 innings and gave up three runs on five hits. This outing resulted in his first loss of the season, bringing his record to 3-1.

From the Rays’ lineup, C. Simpson had a standout performance. He managed to get four hits in his four at-bats. However, he did not score any runs in the game.

What’s Next

The White Sox improved their record to 56-90 with this win. They remain in 5th place in the Central. This victory gives them a small boost but does not change their position in the standings. The Rays, now at 72-73, are in 4th place in the East. This loss puts them under pressure to win more games to climb the standings. The two teams have not faced each other in this series yet, so future games may impact their head-to-head record.

The Tampa Bay Rays will begin a new series against the Chicago Cubs. Their next game is scheduled for Friday, September 12, 2025, at 2:20 PM. This game will take place at Wrigley Field, marking the start of a three-game series.

The Chicago White Sox will start a new series against the Cleveland Guardians. Their next game is set for Friday, September 12, 2025, at 7:10 PM. This game will be held at Progressive Field, kicking off a three-game series.

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