Carpenter and Torkelson Homer as Tigers Beat White Sox 7-2

Introduction to the Game

DETROIT (AP) — Kerry Carpenter homered for the third time in two games and Spencer Torkelson had a home run and a double Saturday as the Detroit Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 7-2 for their fourth win in five games following an opening three-game losing streak.

The White Sox Struggle

Chicago lost its fourth straight and dropped to 2-6, a year after a 1-9 start en route to a post-1900-record 121 defeats. The White Sox have scored two runs or fewer in four games.

Game Highlights

Andrew Vaughn’s RBI double put Chicago ahead in the first off Reese Olson (1-1), but Riley Greene hit a tying single against in the bottom half and scored on Andy Ibáñez’s single against Reese Olson (0-1), who lost his seventh straight decision dating to 2022.

Tigers’ Powerful Performance

Carpenter’s second-inning homer scored Justyn-Henry Malloy and raised his team-leading RBIs total to eight. Seven starters had a hit for the Tigers, who scored seven runs against the White Sox for the second straight game.

Players’ Contributions

Riley Greene, Andy Ibanez, Malloy and Trey Sweeney each drove in a run for Detroit.

Pitching Performance

Olson allowed two runs, seven hits and three walks in six innings. Beau Brieske got three outs before former White Sox pitcher John Brebbia was perfect in the final two innings.

White Sox Pitching

Martin gave up seven runs and nine hits in five innings.

Notable Performances

Korey Lee had three hits for Chicago, which was 1 for 8 with runners in scoring position.

Key Moment

Torkelson’s second homer of the season gave Detroit a 5-1 lead in the third.

Key Stat

Chicago has allowed 28 runs in its last four games after giving up five in its first four.

Up Next

Detroit rookie RHP Jackson Jobe (0-0, 6.75 ERA) and White Sox LHP Martín Pérez (1-0, 0.00 ERA) start Sunday’s series finale.

Conclusion

The Detroit Tigers’ victory over the Chicago White Sox marked their fourth win in five games, showcasing a strong performance by the team. With Carpenter and Torkelson’s home runs, the Tigers demonstrated their offensive power. As the series concludes, the teams will look to their upcoming games with renewed strategy and determination.

FAQs

• Q: Who homered for the Detroit Tigers in the game?
  A: Kerry Carpenter and Spencer Torkelson homered for the Detroit Tigers.
• Q: What is the current record of the Chicago White Sox?
  A: The Chicago White Sox are currently 2-6.
• Q: Who will start Sunday’s series finale for the Detroit Tigers and the Chicago White Sox?
  A: Detroit rookie RHP Jackson Jobe and White Sox LHP Martín Pérez will start Sunday’s series finale.