In a game on June 7, 2024, the Chicago White Sox ended their 14-game losing streak with a 7-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox. The victory marked Chicago’s first win since May 21 against Toronto, ending a franchise-record single-season losing streak and the longest in the majors since the Angels’ 14-game skid in 2022.
Luis Robert Jr., Gavin Sheets, and Andrew Vaughn each hit home runs for the White Sox. Robert’s 430-foot solo shot came in the first inning off Cooper Criswell, giving Chicago an early lead. Sheets and Vaughn hit back-to-back homers in the sixth inning against Greg Weissert, extending the lead to 6-2.
White Sox manager Pedro Grifol expressed relief and pride in his team’s performance, emphasizing the importance of moving forward after the streak’s end. Garrett Crochet was instrumental, striking out 10 batters in six innings and allowing just three hits and one earned run, improving his record to 6-5 with a 1.10 ERA in his last seven starts. Jonathan Cannon pitched three innings for his first career save, despite a dropped liner error by Duke Ellis in the ninth inning.
The Red Sox, who had won four of their last six games, struggled offensively, with Connor Wong providing two of the team’s six hits. Boston’s scoring came in the second inning through a series of unusual plays involving Bobby Dalbec and Jarren Duran. Duran’s aggressive base running and a throwing error by Crochet allowed both runs to score.
Red Sox right fielder Tyler O’Neill, recently activated from the injured list, exited the game in the third inning due to right knee discomfort. Manager Alex Cora expressed hope that O’Neill would avoid returning to the injured list.
Cooper Criswell, the Red Sox starter, allowed four runs (three earned) on five hits over 4 1/3 innings, and his ERA rose to 5.40 over his last seven starts. Despite the loss, the Red Sox look forward to the return of Masataka Yoshida, who is set to begin a rehab assignment.
Overall, the game highlighted the White Sox’s resilience and marked a significant turnaround after a challenging losing streak.
Game Highlights and Key Moments
- 1st Inning: Luis Robert Jr.’s 430-foot solo HR (4th of season) off Cooper Criswell, the longest White Sox homer at Guaranteed Rate Field in 2024.
- 2nd Inning: Red Sox score 2 unearned runs via Crochet’s throwing error and Duran’s aggressive baserunning (2 stolen bases).
- 6th Inning: Back-to-back HRs by Sheets (6th) and Vaughn (6th) against Weissert – first time White Sox achieved this since August 2023.
- Pitching Duel: Crochet’s 10K performance (tied career-high) vs Criswell’s early exit after 4.1 IP with 88 pitches.
- 9th Inning: Jonathan Cannon’s first career save despite Ellis’ fielding error, sealing the streak-breaking win.
Red Sox vs White Sox Match Player Stats
Top Performers: Red Sox vs White Sox Breakdown
- White Sox Standouts:
- Garrett Crochet: 6 IP, 10K, 1 ER (3rd double-digit K game this season)
- Luis Robert Jr.: 1-4, 430ft HR (4th of season, 2nd longest at home)
- Andrew Vaughn: 2-4, HR, RBI (extended hitting streak to 5 games)
- Gavin Sheets: 1-2, HR, 2 BB (reached base 3 times)
- Red Sox Bright Spots:
- Connor Wong: 2-4 (.331 AVG continues breakout season)
- Rob Refsnyder: 1-3 (.346 AVG as pinch-hitter specialist)
- Jarren Duran: 2 runs scored, 2 SB (leads AL with 12 steals)
- Rafael Devers: 1-4 (extended hitting streak to 7 games)
Comparative Team Analysis: Red Sox vs White Sox
| Stat Category | Red Sox | White Sox | MLB Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runs Scored | 2 | 7 | BOS: 8th | CWS: 30th |
| Hits | 6 | 8 | BOS: 5th | CWS: 29th |
| Home Runs | 0 | 3 | BOS: 12th | CWS: 28th |
| Strikeouts | 14 | 5 | BOS: 3rd | CWS: 22nd |
| RISP | 0-5 | 2-4 | BOS: 25th | CWS: 27th |
| Errors | 1 | 2 | BOS: 18th | CWS: 30th |
The White Sox dominated offensively with 3 home runs and capitalized on scoring opportunities, while the Red Sox struggled with runners in scoring position (0-for-5). Defensive miscues impacted both teams, but Chicago’s power hitting proved decisive against Boston’s pitching staff.
Players Who Have Played for Both Red Sox and White Sox
This historic matchup featured several connections between the franchises. Notable players who have worn both uniforms include:
- Adam Eaton: OF (White Sox 2014-16, 2020-21; Red Sox 2021)
- James Shields: SP (White Sox 2016-18; Red Sox 2006-12)
- Jake Peavy: SP (White Sox 2009-13; Red Sox 2013-14)
- Carl Everett: OF (Red Sox 2000-01; White Sox 2003)
- David Robertson: RP (White Sox 2015-17; Red Sox 2021)
These connections add historical depth to the Red Sox vs White Sox rivalry, which dates back to their first meeting in 1901.
Red Sox Hitting
| Hitters | Position | AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | K | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J. Duran | LF-CF | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .266 | .330 | .456 |
| R. Refsnyder | RF-LF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .346 | .417 | .523 |
| C. Wong | C | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .331 | .384 | .463 |
| R. Devers | 3B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | .286 | .376 | .563 |
| T. O’Neill | RF | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .250 | .354 | .500 |
| D. Hamilton | SS | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .269 | .331 | .398 |
| J. Westbrook | 2B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | .250 | .455 | .625 |
| G. Cooper | DH | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .202 | .265 | .298 |
| B. Dalbec | 1B | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | .150 | .227 | .183 |
| D. Smith | 1B-PH | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .228 | .316 | .337 |
| C. Rafaela | CF-SS | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | .216 | .243 | .372 |
| C. Julks | LF | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .293 | .369 | .483 |
| D. Ellis | LF | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| N. Lopez | 2B | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .244 | .305 | .279 |
| L. Robert Jr. | CF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | .205 | .222 | .523 |
| G. Sheets | DH | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | .235 | .341 | .417 |
| A. Vaughn | 1B | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .217 | .278 | .355 |
| P. DeJong | SS | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .231 | .375 | .231 |
| O. Colas | RF | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .245 | .280 | .378 |
| K. Lee | C | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .211 | .262 | .298 |
| L. Sosa | 3B | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .207 | .300 | .314 |
| 34 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 14 | |||||
| 31 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
a-struck out swinging for Dalbec in the 7th
Batting
Team LOB: 8
Team RISP: 0-5 (Cooper 0-1, Refsnyder 0-1, Duran 0-2, Dalbec 0-1)
Baserunning
S.B. Duran (12, Home off Crochet/Lee); Hamilton 2 (11, 2nd base off Crochet/Lee, 3rd base off Crochet/Lee)
Picked Off: Refsnyder (1st base, Lee)
Fielding
E: Duran (2, throw)
White Sox Hitting
| Hitters | Position |
|---|---|
| C. Julks | LF |
| D. Ellis | LF |
| N. Lopez | 2B |
| L. Robert Jr. | CF |
| G. Sheets | DH |
| A. Vaughn | 1B |
| P. DeJong | SS |
| O. Colas | RF |
| K. Lee | C |
| L. Sosa | 3B |
Team Statistics
| AB | R | H | RBI | HR | BB | K | AVG | OBP | SLG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .293 | .369 | .483 |
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .000 | .000 | .000 |
| 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .244 | .305 | .279 |
| 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | .205 | .222 | .523 |
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | .235 | .341 | .417 |
| 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | .217 | .278 | .355 |
| 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .228 | .280 | .446 |
| 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | .231 | .375 | .231 |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .245 | .280 | .378 |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | .211 | .262 | .298 |
| 31 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
Batting
2B: DeJong (10, Keller)
HR: Robert Jr. (4, 1st inning off Criswell 0 on, 2 Out); Sheets (6, 6th inning off Weissert 0 on, 0 Out); Vaughn (6, 6th inning off Weissert 0 on, 0 Out)
RBI: DeJong 2 (23), Robert Jr. (6), Sheets (23), Vaughn (21), Colás 2 (3)
2 Out RBI: DeJong, Robert Jr.
Team LOB: 3
Team RISP: 2-4 (Colás 1-2, DeJong 1-1, Sosa 0-1)
Fielding
E: Crochet (1, throw); Ellis (2, fielding)
Red Sox Pitching
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | HR | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Criswell | 4.1 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 88-55 | 4.13 |
| G. Weissert | 1.2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 22-14 | 3.04 |
| B. Keller | 2.0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 34-20 | 5.61 |
| 8.0 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 144-89 |
Pitching
HBP: Colás (by Criswell)
First-pitch strikes/Batters Faced: Keller 4/8; Weissert 2/6; Criswell 12/20
Called strikes-Swinging strikes-Foul balls-In play strikes: Keller-5-5-5-4; Weissert-0-3-6-5; Criswell-15-4-20-16
Ground Balls-Fly Balls: Keller 1-3; Weissert 2-1; Criswell 4-7
Game Scores: C. Criswell 40
White Sox Pitching
| Pitchers | IP | H | R | ER | BB | K | HR | PC-ST | ERA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Crochet | 6.0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 91-60 | 3.33 |
| J. Cannon | 3.0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 60-41 | 5.94 |
| 9.0 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 14 | 0 | 151-101 |
Pitching
HBP: Refsnyder (by Crochet)
First-pitch strikes/Batters Faced: Crochet 14/24; Cannon 9/13
Called strikes-Swinging strikes-Foul balls-In play strikes: Crochet-15-17-17-11; Cannon-9-10-13-8
Ground Balls-Fly Balls: Crochet 2-6; Cannon 3-3
Game Scores: G. Crochet 68
Key Takeaways: Red Sox vs White Sox Player Stats
- White Sox Breakthrough: Ended franchise-record 14-game skid with power hitting (3 HRs) and Crochet’s dominant pitching (10K). The win marked their first victory at Guaranteed Rate Field since May 15.
- Pitching Dominance: Crochet’s 10K performance (tied career-high) lowered his ERA to 1.10 over last 7 starts. White Sox pitchers combined for 14 strikeouts – their 3rd highest total in 2024.
- Red Sox Struggles: Went 0-for-5 with RISP, continuing season-long issues (rank 25th in MLB with .225 RISP average). Only 6 hits against Chicago’s struggling staff.
- Injury Concerns: Tyler O’Neill’s early exit (right knee) adds to Boston’s outfield health issues. Yoshida’s impending rehab assignment offers hope.
Historical Context: Red Sox-White Sox Rivalry
The White Sox’s 14-game losing streak was the longest single-season skid in franchise history, surpassing the 13-game droughts in 1924 and 2013. For the Red Sox, it marked their first loss to Chicago since September 2022, snapping a 5-game winning streak in the rivalry. The all-time series between these original American League franchises now stands at 1,084-1,041 in favor of Boston.
What’s Next: Red Sox vs White Sox Series
The White Sox will look to build momentum after breaking their historic losing streak, with Crochet emerging as a potential ace. The Red Sox hope to rebound behind Brayan Bello in the series finale, while monitoring O’Neill’s knee injury. Masataka Yoshida’s impending return from rehab could provide a much-needed offensive spark for Boston’s struggling lineup.
Upcoming Pitching Matchup: Brayan Bello (BOS) vs. Chris Flexen (CWS) – A battle of right-handers with contrasting recent form. Bello holds a 3.08 ERA in day games, while Flexen has allowed 5+ ER in 3 of last 4 starts.
Season Series Outlook: This was the first of seven scheduled meetings between the clubs in 2024. The next series at Fenway Park (August 2-4) could feature key roster changes for both teams ahead of the trade deadline.
