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Jacob Gonzalez hits his first major league homer, White Sox beat the Phillies 6-3 to even series
The rookie first baseman went deep in his sixth game after a recall as Chicago scored four runs in the first inning.
The Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3 on Saturday, evening the three-game series at a game apiece with dominant early offensive production.
Chicago staked an early 4-0 lead against Philadelphia starter Andrew Painter, as Colson Montgomery hit his 16th homer and Jacob Gonzalez crushed a 428-foot shot for his first major league home run.
Sean Burke earned the victory after throwing 4 1/3 innings, while Grant Taylor struck out the side in the ninth for his second save as the pitching staff combined for 15 strikeouts.
Starting rookie RHP David Sandlin, the White Sox face Phillies RHP Aaron Nola in Sunday's series finale to clinch the matchup.
Currently 34-30, the 2026 White Sox have outplayed expectations with a 28-17 record since April 14, remaining in a 'honeymoon phase' with fans navigating a competitive schedule.