News - The White Sox narrowly defeat the Twins with Montgomery's outstanding performance.

In a thrilling showdown at Target Field, the Chicago White Sox clinched a 7-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins, fueled by an electrifying performance from newcomer Colson Montgomery. Delivering a pivotal home run and driving in three decisive runs, Montgomery stood at the forefront as the White Sox kickstarted their three-game series on a high note. Andrew Benintendi chipped in with two hits, including a crucial double that added two RBIs to Chicago's tally. This win marks the White Sox's third consecutive triumph as they strengthen their standing. On the Twins' side, Brooks Lee emerged as a standout player, echoing Montgomery's efforts with a home run and three RBIs. Minnesota also witnessed a promising debut from top prospect Walker Jenkins, who made his mark with a single. White Sox relief pitcher Grant Taylor (7-2) was instrumental in the win, tossing 2 2/3 scoreless innings, permitting just one hit, and maintaining command with three strikeouts. Meanwhile, starting pitcher Luis Castillo navigated through challenging innings, conceding four runs from eight hits. Conversely, Twins starter Dean Kremer (2-5) faced struggles, allowing six runs (five earned) over four innings. Despite his efforts, Kremer's attempts fell short of restraining the determined Chicago lineup. The game's rhythm was set early on, with the White Sox unleashing a four-run salvo in the opening inning. Benintendi ignited the scoreline with an RBI single. Montgomery then demonstrated his prowess, lofting a three-run homer over right field, leaving the Twins playing catch-up. A resilient Minnesota side counterattacked in the bottom of the first with three runs, highlighted by Lee's two-run homer and Clemens' solo shot, briefly narrowing the score gap. In the second inning, the Twins managed to tie it up at 4-4, capitalizing on Trevor Larnach's leadoff double and Lee's clutch single. However, Chicago swiftly regained control in the third, with Benintendi's double reinstating their lead. The White Sox further widened the margin to 6-4 in the fourth, courtesy of a passed ball miscue by Twins' catcher Ryan Jeffers. Solidifying their lead in the eighth, the White Sox seized another opportunity created by a Twins' error—a wild pitch that allowed Chase Meidroth to cross home base unchallenged, securing a 7-4 advantage. With Bryan Hudson closing down the ninth inning meticulously for his sixth save, the White Sox capped off a well-rounded team performance against their division rivals.