Elko Hits 2-Run HR, Houser Pitches 6 Strong Innings as White Sox Beat Royals 4-1
- On Saturday, June 7th, 2025, at Guaranteed Rate Field, the Chicago White Sox topped the Kansas City Royals 4-1, clinching the series and positioning themselves for a potential sweep in Sunday’s game.
- The White Sox built on a prior homestand win over AL Central rivals following a split with the Tigers, while Adrian Houser, signed on May 20, started strong for Chicago.
- Tim Elko hit a two-run homer to give Chicago the lead, Houser pitched six solid innings allowing only one run on six hits, and White Sox relievers, including Dan Altavilla, closed effectively.
- Houser recorded six strikeouts for the third game in a row, secured his fourth quality start, and Dan Altavilla notched his second career save, making him the sixth White Sox pitcher to earn a save this season.
- This win extended the White Sox's streak to three consecutive victories and gave them a chance to complete a sweep, suggesting improved pitching and offense against the Royals.
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The White Sox got to see some of the fruits of their rebuild in action Saturday.It was only one day, but the future was on display, with recently promoted pieces driving in all the runs in a 4-1 victory over the Royals.First baseman Tim Elko hit a two-run home run. Infielder Chase Meidroth hit a solo homer. Catcher Edgar Quero drove in a run with a sacrifice fly. And designated hitter Kyle Teel, who was playing in his second big-league game afte…


CHICAGO (AP) — Tim Elko hit a two-run homer, Adrian Houser pitched six strong innings and the Chicago White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 Saturday.
Elko hits two-run HR, ex-ValleyCat Houser pitches six strong innings as White Sox beat Royals 4-1
By GAVIN DORSEY CHICAGO (AP) — Tim Elko hit a two-run homer, Adrian Houser pitched six strong innings and the Chicago White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 on Saturday. Chase Meidroth also went deep for the White Sox, who have won three straight for the second time this season. Houser (2-1) gave up a run and six hits while striking out six and walking one. It was the 32-year-old right-hander’s fourth quality start since signing with the Whit…
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