Game Recap
The Los Angeles Angels secured a thrilling 8-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday, thanks to a game-ending three-run homer by Taylor Ward in the ninth inning. This win allowed the Angels to avoid a three-game sweep. Zach Neto also had a notable performance, hitting a home run and driving in three runs.
Game Highlights
In a tie game, Nolan Schanuel doubled with one out in the ninth before Mike Trout was walked intentionally. Ward then hit a home run against left-hander Tyler Alexander to set a career high with 26 home runs. Right-hander Kenley Jansen pitched a scoreless ninth for Los Angeles.
White Sox Performance
Colson Montgomery had a significant impact on the game for the White Sox, hitting a three-run home run and driving in four runs. Despite this, the White Sox lost for just the third time in their last 12 road games.
Early Lead
The White Sox took a 4-0 lead in the first inning when Robert had an RBI single and Montgomery followed with a three-run home run against Jack Kochanowicz. They extended their lead to 5-0 in the third on Montgomery’s RBI single.
Angels’ Rally
The Angels started their rally in the sixth with a leadoff home run from Neto. Ward had an RBI single, and Trout scored on a wild pitch. The Angels tied the game in the seventh on a two-run double from Neto.
Key Moment
The White Sox brought in lefty Alexander to face left-handed hitting Schanuel in the ninth, and his second hit of the game was a double to right to start the decisive rally.
Key Stat
Montgomery played in his 24th career game since his debut on July 4, with all seven of his home runs coming over his past 10 games.
Up Next
White Sox RHP Davis Martin was set to start Monday night at Seattle, while Angels LHP Yusei Kikuchi was scheduled to start at home against Tampa Bay.
Conclusion
The Angels’ victory was a testament to their resilience and ability to come back from a significant deficit. Taylor Ward’s game-ending home run will be remembered as a highlight of the season, and the team will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games.
FAQs
Q: Who hit the game-ending three-run homer for the Angels?
A: Taylor Ward hit the game-ending three-run homer for the Angels.
Q: What was the final score of the game?
A: The final score was 8-5 in favor of the Angels.
Q: Who drove in four runs for the White Sox?
A: Colson Montgomery drove in four runs for the White Sox.
Q: What is the next game for the White Sox?
A: The White Sox will play the Seattle Mariners on Monday night.
Q: What is the next game for the Angels?
A: The Angels will play the Tampa Bay Rays at home.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Taylor Ward hit a game-ending three-run homer in the ninth inning, Zach Neto had a home run and three RBIs and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Chicago White Sox 8-5 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.
In a tie game, Nolan Schanuel doubled with one out in the ninth before Mike Trout was walked intentionally. Ward went deep against left-hander Tyler Alexander (4-10) to set a career high with 26 home runs.
Right-hander Kenley Jansen (4-2) pitched a scoreless ninth for Los Angeles.
Colson Montgomery hit a three-run home run and drove in four runs for the White Sox. They lost for just the third time in their last 12 road games.
The White Sox took a 4-0 lead in the first inning when Robert had an RBI single and Montgomery followed with a three-run home run against Jack Kochanowicz
Chicago made it 5-0 in the third on Montgomery’s RBI single.
The Angels started their rally in the sixth with a leadoff home from Neto. Ward had an RBI single, and Trout scored on a wild pitch. The Angels tied it in the seventh on a two-run double from Neto.
Key moment
The White Sox brought in the lefty Alexander to face left-handed hitting Schanuel in the ninth and his second hit of the game was a double to right to start the decisive rally.
Ket stat
Montgomery played in his 24th career game since his debut July 4, with all seven of his home runs coming over his past 10 games.
Up next
White Sox RHP Davis Martin (3-8, 3.83 ERA) was set to start Monday night at Seattle. Angels LHP Yusei Kikuchi (4-7, 3.30) was scheduled to start at home against Tampa Bay.
