White Sox pitchers hold Rays to one run but lose 1-0

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Last updated Aug 1, 2026

White Sox pitchers hold Rays to one run but lose 1-0
Summary

The Chicago White Sox fell to the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 on August 1, 2026. Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen and the Tampa bullpen delivered an effective performance, limiting the Sox to only three hits. While White Sox pitchers excelled, with Noah Schultz allowing no walks over five innings, the offense struggled significantly, only managing one opportunity with runners in scoring position. The loss marked the second consecutive game in which the White Sox were shut out, putting their record at 58-52. A rubber match in the series will take place on August 2, featuring Anthony Kay and Griffin Jax on the mound.

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  • Rays scored on a bloop single by Nick Fortes in the fifth inning.
  • Drew Rasmussen struck out 10 White Sox hitters during the game.
  • The game concluded in just two hours and 14 minutes.
  • The White Sox managed only one at-bat with runners in scoring position.
  • The teams face off in the series rubber match on August 2.
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