MLB Round up: Chicago White Sox defeat Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 in three-game series
American League’s Chicago White Sox and Toronto Blue Jays both displayed an amazing battle in a thrilling three game series. White Sox did a marvellous job as they sealed a 2-1 victory in this series. Chicago has had a decent season so far as they got a
satisfactory Win-Loss record during the regular season.
Let us take a concise overview:
Game 1 - September 26: Toronto Blue Jays 3 – Chicago White Sox 4
White Sox confirmed a 4-3 win in the first game, as Dylan Axelrod was incredible with his pitching. He pitched his respective six innings with an ERA of 2.89 and struck-out six batters in the White Sox victory. White Sox manager, Ozzie Guillen said, “I know
they're not going to forget me. They can't.”
Conversely, Blue Jays’ batters were able to contribute three runs throughout the game. Dustin McGowan pitched well for the Blue Jays but that was not enough to steal a win for his team. He was able to strike-out three batters during his 73 pitches and gave
away three walks, four hits, three runs, one home-run and three earned runs with an ERA of 6.43.
Game 2 - September 27: Toronto Blue Jays 1 – Chicago White Sox 2
In the second game, White Sox outclassed the Blue Jays by 2-1. White Sox starter, Mark Buehrle threw the ball in right line as he pitched seven innings and permitted just six hits with an ERA of 3.59. Buehrle struck-out six batters on his 97 pitches.
Speaking to interpreters, Buehrle said, “Back of my mind I kind of figured they were going to do something in between the innings, or get an out and pull me.”
Blue Jays’ short-stop Mike McCoy was the only player who scored a single run for his team. Henderson Alvarez had a shaky day with the ball as he pitched seven innings with an ERA of 3.53 and permitted seven hits, two runs, two earned runs and one home-run
on his 102 pitches.
Game 3 - September 28: Toronto Blue Jays 3 – Chicago White Sox 2
During final game of the series, White Sox lost by 3-2. Blue Jays’ third baseman Mark Teahen shined as he hit a decisive RBI and went 1-for-2 with an average of .200. Blue Jays’ manager, John Farrell said, “If you hadn't seen the first 161 games of the year,
you could really look at this game and epitomize or wrap up our entire season.”
White Sox batters added only two runs in a series finale. Alejandro De Aza and Gordon Beckham both scored two runs to keep their hopes alive. However, a brilliant team effort gave Chicago the series win.
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