Chicago White Sox Display Power in Win Against New York Mets

White Sox Offense Comes Alive

The Chicago White Sox were initially held back in their performance with a 2-0 loss to the Atlanta Braves on Thursday. Their offense was slow again for five innings against the New York Mets on Friday. However, the tide changed drastically in the sixth inning as the team erupted with a potent offensive display.

Colson Montgomery, a key player, contributed significantly during this turn of events. After Munetaka Murakami secured a walk, the stage was set for a series of powerful hits. Miguel Vargas began the streak with a home run to left field off Mets starter Sean Manaea and was quickly followed by Randal Grichuk, who delivered a 400-foot blast to center field.

Montgomery Keeps His Focus

Up next was designated hitter Colson Montgomery. Despite the momentum from two consecutive home runs, Montgomery explained post-game how he maintained his focus, avoiding the urge to chase another home run. His approach was steady, as he aimed to calm himself amidst the energetic crowd.

“It’s the same thing — I’m not thinking ‘try to hit a home run’ or anything,” Montgomery shared. “You feel pressure because they go back to back. The fans are electric, and you can get out of your approach. I just tried to calm myself down.”

Montgomery hit an 0-1 sinker over the right-field wall for his 27th home run this season. Commenting on his swing, Montgomery noted a good feeling from his first swing and expected a similar pitch for his successful hit.

The game concluded with four home runs in total, as catcher Jake Rogers hit a two-run home run in the ninth inning.

Season Performance and Team Update

Friday’s game was notable for being the second instance of the Sox hitting three consecutive home runs this season, with Montgomery part of a similar streak in April against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

The Sox ranked second in the American League for home runs (171) and slugging percentage (.409) entering Saturday. Montgomery stated that the team’s approach is centered around slugging and hard hits.

Despite a .209 batting average since the All-Star break, Montgomery has improved, going 8-for-21 with a home run and four RBIs in his latest games.

“He had a stretch where he wasn’t his best, but he has turned the corner lately,” manager Will Venable remarked. “He’s hitting hard and making good swing decisions.”

Montgomery affirmed his drive to contribute to the team’s success in any manner possible.

Prospect News

The White Sox announced updates on key prospects. Roch Cholowsky, the 2026 No. 1 pick, will miss the remainder of the season due to wrist soreness. Likewise, the 2025 first-round pick Billy Carlson is sitting out the season with a skin infection.

Cholowsky, regarded as the top prospect in the Sox system by MLB.com, played in nine games for High A Winston-Salem before his last appearance on August 15. Carlson, ranked as the No. 3 prospect, played 57 games for Class A Kannapolis, recording his last game on August 9.

Both players’ league seasons conclude September 6.