The Chicago White Sox concluded a three‑game series against the Detroit Tigers with a decisive 7‑5 win, completing a sweep that underscored the team’s resilience late in the season.
The turning point arrived in the seventh inning when Munetaka Murakami launched a two‑run homer over the left‑field fence at Comerica Park, breaking a 4‑4 tie and giving Chicago a 6‑4 lead that they would not relinquish.
Murakami, who finished 1‑for‑5 with two RBIs, recorded his 28th home run of the campaign, a milestone that highlighted his steady power surge throughout the year.
Mets Secure Ninth‑Inning Victory
Across the league, the New York Mets edged the Washington Nationals 4‑3, with reliever Kodai Senga striking out two batters in a scoreless ninth to earn his third save of the season and preserve the win.
The Mets’ rally in the final frame added a dramatic finish to a contest that saw both clubs trade leads throughout the game.
Red Sox Face Setback with Yoshida’s Injury
Boston’s designated hitter Masataka Yoshida was placed on the 10‑day injured list after a left hamstring strain emerged during a recent appearance, a move that comes as the team monitors his .274 batting average, five homers and 28 RBIs from 87 games this season.
The injury mirrors a previous hamstring issue that sidelined Yoshida for roughly a month, raising questions about his availability for the remainder of the schedule.