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XxVols98xX · 12-22-2025, 09:01 PM

Orioles take all 3 at Rate Field as White Sox finish series 16-11

Chicago walked into the weekend with momentum and a chance to put some separation between itself and a Baltimore club that arrived under .500. Three games later, the White Sox were still in a good spot in the standings — but the series had a very specific sting: a blown lead that should’ve been a signature win, followed by two losses where Baltimore dictated the terms.

Game 1 (Fri, May 1): Orioles 10, White Sox 9

This one had everything — including a gut-punch ending.

The White Sox were down 6-2 late, then erupted for a six-run 8th inning that flipped the stadium from anxious to electric. Eguy Rosario launched a two-run homer, Edgar Quero went deep, and Bryan Ramos ripped a two-run double in a rally that put Chicago in front 8-6.

And then the ninth inning happened.

Baltimore answered with four runs — the biggest blow a two-run homer from Jackson Holliday — as the Orioles reclaimed the lead. Chicago got one last jolt when Luis Robert Jr. crushed a solo homer in the bottom of the ninth, but the comeback stopped there.

Also looming over the night: 2B Chase Meidroth left after a collision and the injury ended up shaping the weekend.

Game 2 (Sat, May 2): Orioles 13, White Sox 5

Baltimore didn’t just win Saturday — it snowballed Chicago.

The Orioles jumped out early and then detonated an eight-run 5th inning, turning a competitive game into a track meet the Sox couldn’t keep pace with. Chicago did get homers from Ramos, Tirso Ornelas, and Robert Jr., but the pitching couldn’t find a brake pedal, and the middle innings turned into survival mode.

Game 3 (Sun, May 3): Orioles 5, White Sox 0

The finale was the cleanest and coldest result of the series: Baltimore shut Chicago out.

The White Sox managed only two hits and spent the afternoon trying to piece together rallies through walks and baserunning — but every time something hinted at life, Dean Kremer and the Orioles’ bullpen snuffed it out. Baltimore did all its damage in a five-run 5th, then played from in front without letting the Sox breathe.

Series takeaway

Chicago’s record (16-11) still looks like a contender’s — but this series exposed the two pressure points that can flip a week fast:

Late-game volatility: Friday was a “win-it-and-move-on” game that turned into a “how did that get away?” loss.

Pitching/traffic management: When Baltimore got runners on, it cashed them in. When Chicago did, it too often ran out of hit sequencing.

Roster/health notes

Chase Meidroth: Placed on the 10-day IL with a concussion, expected to miss about two weeks.

Josh Salmonson: Contract selected — the top 1B prospect gets the call after raking in the minors (big OBP/OPS profile).

Mike Small: The top SP prospect was promoted to A+ Winston-Salem.

Up next

Chicago turns the page immediately with a Detroit series on deck — the kind of set that can either wash the taste out fast… or let it linger.

12-22-2025, 09:01 PM	#82
XxVols98xX Major Leagues Join Date: Jan 2024 Posts: 371	Sox Swept by Orioles Orioles take all 3 at Rate Field as White Sox finish series 16-11 Chicago walked into the weekend with momentum and a chance to put some separation between itself and a Baltimore club that arrived under .500. Three games later, the White Sox were still in a good spot in the standings — but the series had a very specific sting: a blown lead that should’ve been a signature win, followed by two losses where Baltimore dictated the terms. Game 1 (Fri, May 1): Orioles 10, White Sox 9 This one had everything — including a gut-punch ending. The White Sox were down 6-2 late, then erupted for a six-run 8th inning that flipped the stadium from anxious to electric. Eguy Rosario launched a two-run homer, Edgar Quero went deep, and Bryan Ramos ripped a two-run double in a rally that put Chicago in front 8-6. And then the ninth inning happened. Baltimore answered with four runs — the biggest blow a two-run homer from Jackson Holliday — as the Orioles reclaimed the lead. Chicago got one last jolt when Luis Robert Jr. crushed a solo homer in the bottom of the ninth, but the comeback stopped there. Also looming over the night: 2B Chase Meidroth left after a collision and the injury ended up shaping the weekend. Game 2 (Sat, May 2): Orioles 13, White Sox 5 Baltimore didn’t just win Saturday — it snowballed Chicago. The Orioles jumped out early and then detonated an eight-run 5th inning, turning a competitive game into a track meet the Sox couldn’t keep pace with. Chicago did get homers from Ramos, Tirso Ornelas, and Robert Jr., but the pitching couldn’t find a brake pedal, and the middle innings turned into survival mode. Game 3 (Sun, May 3): Orioles 5, White Sox 0 The finale was the cleanest and coldest result of the series: Baltimore shut Chicago out. The White Sox managed only two hits and spent the afternoon trying to piece together rallies through walks and baserunning — but every time something hinted at life, Dean Kremer and the Orioles’ bullpen snuffed it out. Baltimore did all its damage in a five-run 5th, then played from in front without letting the Sox breathe. Series takeaway Chicago’s record (16-11) still looks like a contender’s — but this series exposed the two pressure points that can flip a week fast: Late-game volatility: Friday was a “win-it-and-move-on” game that turned into a “how did that get away?” loss. Pitching/traffic management: When Baltimore got runners on, it cashed them in. When Chicago did, it too often ran out of hit sequencing. Roster/health notes Chase Meidroth: Placed on the 10-day IL with a concussion, expected to miss about two weeks. Josh Salmonson: Contract selected — the top 1B prospect gets the call after raking in the minors (big OBP/OPS profile). Mike Small: The top SP prospect was promoted to A+ Winston-Salem. Up next Chicago turns the page immediately with a Detroit series on deck — the kind of set that can either wash the taste out fast… or let it linger. Attached Images