The Chicago White Sox find themselves in the midst of a historic losing streak, with their latest skid reaching 11 games after a 13-3 loss to the Baltimore Orioles. This marks the 20th consecutive loss in games where Chris Flexen has started, setting a new record for most consecutive losses in a pitcher’s starts. The team’s record now stands at an abysmal 31-108, and they are on their third-longest losing streak of the season. The White Sox have had slides of 21 games from July 10 to August 5 and 14 games from May 22 to June 6. It’s a daunting task for the White Sox to avoid tying the post-1900 loss record set by the 1962 New York Mets, who finished the season at 40-120. At their current pace, the White Sox are projected to finish 36-126, which would be the second-most defeats in a season behind the 1899 Cleveland Spiders at 20-134.
Chris Flexen, who has been on a rough patch, is now 0-11 with a 5.73 ERA in 21 appearances (20 starts) since his last win on May 8 against the Tampa Bay Rays. The pitcher expressed his disappointment in his performance, acknowledging that there have been a few quality starts but overall, it has been a disappointing run. Flexen’s struggles are reminiscent of Chris Capuano of the Milwaukee Brewers, who went 0-13 with a 6.12 ERA over 23 appearances (19 starts) spanning from May 13, 2007, to June 3, 2010, due to Tommy John surgery. The comparison highlights the dire situation the White Sox find themselves in.
On the other hand, the Baltimore Orioles capitalized on the White Sox’s struggles, defeating them 13-3. Cedric Mullins had a standout performance, hitting a home run and driving in three RBIs. Additionally, Austin Slater and Gunnar Henderson contributed offensively, each driving in three runs. Baltimore’s strong offensive showing was a stark contrast to their recent performances, as they overcame a 2-0 deficit to secure a win. The Orioles showcased their prowess by going 7-for-23 with runners in scoring position, ultimately pulling within a percentage point of the American League East-leading New York Yankees. The team’s 18 hits against the White Sox were the most they have had since facing the Houston Astros on June 21.
Despite the Chicago White Sox’s ongoing struggles, there are glimpses of hope for the team. With the remainder of the season ahead of them, there is still an opportunity to turn things around and finish on a more positive note. The players and coaching staff will need to regroup, identify areas for improvement, and work together to overcome this challenging period. While the road ahead may be tough, resilience and determination will be key in navigating through this rough patch and emerging stronger on the other side. As the White Sox continue to fight for victories, the lessons learned from this difficult stretch can serve as a catalyst for future success.
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