Today in White Sox history highlights key events from June 2
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 11:44 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
June 2 marks several significant events in White Sox history. In 1993, Joey Cora hit his first career home run after 886 at-bats during a 10-1 victory against Detroit. The White Sox suffered a notable defeat in 1925, scoring 15 runs against Detroit yet still losing the game on a walk-off home run by Ty Cobb. Other noteworthy moments include a bizarre 1959 game against Baltimore, interrupted by a swarm of gnats, and the 1995 firing of manager Gene Lamont following a poor start. June 2 has also seen the White Sox' struggles, including a 2024 game in which they lost 6-3 to Milwaukee, marking their 11th straight loss.
- •Joey Cora hit his first home run in 1993 after 886 at-bats.
- •White Sox scored 15 runs in a loss to Detroit in 1925.
- •A swarm of gnats delayed a 1959 game against Baltimore.
- •Gene Lamont was fired as manager in 1995 after a poor start.
- •In 2024, White Sox lost 6-3 to Milwaukee, marking 11 straight losses.
- 11:44 AMYahoo Sports — Today in White Sox History: June 2
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