In a game where pitching dominated, the New York Mets came out on top with a 2-0 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Sean Manaea delivered a stellar performance, pitching seven innings of two-hit ball. The highlight of the game came in the fourth inning when Francisco Lindor smashed his 29th home run of the season off Garrett Crochet, giving the Mets a 1-0 lead.
The loss marked a historical moment for the White Sox, as they recorded their franchise-record 107th loss. This surpasses the previous record set by the 1970 team. Additionally, the White Sox completed the first 0-10 homestand in franchise history. The team’s struggles were further compounded by the fact that they experienced three 10-game losing streaks in a single season, a feat not seen since the 1965 Mets.
Despite the White Sox’s woes, the New York Mets continued their winning ways with their fourth straight victory. Starling Marte’s RBI double in the ninth inning provided an insurance run, securing the 2-0 win for the Mets. This victory marked their ninth win in 13 games, capping off a successful 7-3 road trip. With the win, the Mets find themselves just two games behind Atlanta for the final NL wild card spot.
Sean Manaea continued his impressive form, improving to 11-5 on the season. The left-hander struck out five, walked two, and hit a batter during his seven innings of work. Manaea retired the first 11 batters he faced before allowing a hit in the fifth inning. His stellar performance stifled the White Sox’s offense and set the tone for the Mets’ shutout victory.
On the opposing side, Garrett Crochet put in a commendable performance for the White Sox. The All-Star left-hander tied an American League record by striking out the first seven batters he faced and finished the game with eight strikeouts over 3 ⅔ innings. Despite Crochet’s efforts, the White Sox offense failed to provide run support, resulting in their 15th shutout of the season.
The loss extended the White Sox’s dismal run of form, as they fell to a 4-36 record since the All-Star break. Under interim manager Grady Sizemore, the team has a 3-18 record, further emphasizing their struggles. Chicago’s inability to string together wins has been evident throughout the season, with 22 series sweeps against them – the most in the majors.
As the regular season winds down, both teams will be looking to finish strong. The Mets will aim to close the gap on the NL wild card spot, while the White Sox will be looking to end the season on a positive note despite their record-setting losses. The remainder of the season will provide opportunities for both teams to evaluate their performances and make adjustments for the future.
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