Chicago White Sox defeat Minnesota Twins to maintain division lead

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Chicago White Sox defeat Minnesota Twins to maintain division lead
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The Chicago White Sox secured a victory against the Minnesota Twins on Friday night, maintaining their standing in the American League Central. Erick Fedde earned the win, limiting the Twins to three hits over five scoreless innings. Miguel Vargas opened the scoring with a solo home run in the first inning, followed by a solo shot from Braden Montgomery in the second. Colson Montgomery extended the lead in the fourth inning with a two-run home run. Although Grant Taylor allowed a run in the ninth inning, he induced a game-ending fly out from Luke Keaschall to finalize the result. The win kept the White Sox ahead of the Cleveland Guardians in the division race with a magic number of 19.

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  • Erick Fedde pitched five innings of three-hit ball without allowing a run.
  • Miguel Vargas, Braden Montgomery, and Colson Montgomery each hit home runs for Chicago.
  • Hagen Smith provided two scoreless innings of relief in the victory.
  • The win reduced the White Sox's magic number to 19 games.
  • Grant Taylor closed the game despite allowing a run in the ninth inning.
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  • 2:33 AMYahoo SportsFightin’ Feddes prevail over the Twins, yet again
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White Sox kept the Guardians at bay, thanks to a gem by the pitching staff

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