Birmingham Barons shut out Chattanooga; Knights fall to RailRiders

The Birmingham Barons secured an 8-0 victory over the Chattanooga Lookouts on August 20, showcasing a dominant performance led by pitcher Shane Murphy. Murphy threw seven scoreless innings, striking out six and allowing just four hits. In contrast, the Charlotte Knights lost 2-0 to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, despite a solid outing from Noah Schultz, who pitched four innings without allowing a run. The Knights' struggles offensively included going 0-for-6 with runners in scoring position. Birmingham's recent win reflects their improved form, while Chicago's other affiliate, Winston-Salem Dash, suffered an 8-7 defeat against Greenville Drive.

• 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — White Sox Minor League Update: August 20, 2026