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White Sox Level Series With Five-Run Fifth Inning Rally

Chicago leveled the series at one game apiece after a five-run fifth inning highlighted Yoendrys Gómez’s promising first start.

Chicago White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery (12) hits a solo-homer during the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Rate Field Monday Aug. 11, 2025, in Chicago. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)
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The Rate Field video board pinwheels are reflected in a rain puddle on a dugout railing during a rain delay for a White Sox-Phillies game on July 30, 2025. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Overview

  • Yoendrys Gómez struck out seven and allowed just one run over five innings in his first major league start after 18 relief appearances.
  • Chicago’s offense broke through with a five-run fifth inning built on singles, walks and timely hitting to overturn a 1-0 deficit.
  • Edgar Quero collected three hits, drove in three runs and belted a go-ahead solo homer in the seventh inning.
  • Tigers starter Jack Flaherty surrendered five runs in the fifth inning and was tagged with the loss, dropping to 6-12.
  • Between games, the White Sox reinstated Miguel Vargas, selected Gómez’s contract from Triple-A Charlotte, optioned Elvis Peguero and designated Corey Julks for assignment.