Summary: Thanks to Tristan Peters and Miguel Vargas, the Chicago White Sox slugged their way to another series win over Texas. The pitchers are exhausted, but with the day off, can they recharge in time for a crucial series vs. Minnesota?

Rundown

[0:00] Intro and updated look at the AL Central standings

[2:37] White Sox slugged plenty against Texas, but did it in various ways outside of the home run

 [7:56] Tristan Peters has hit a home run in five straight games, and his transformation in 2026 has been a sight to behold.

[16:25] Miguel Vargas is having a scorching August.

[22:07] White Sox pitchers threw A LOT of pitches against Texas. They are exhausted after 16 straight days of games, but some of this tiredness is their own doing.

[28:39] Jonathan Cannon picked up a three-inning save before being optioned back to AAA. How did he look?

[33:54] Series Preview: Minnesota Twins. All eyes are on Byron Buxton if he's able to play this weekend.

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Summary: Thanks to Tristan Peters and Miguel Vargas, the Chicago White Sox slugged their way to another series win over Texas. The pitchers are exhausted, but with the day off, can they recharge in time for a crucial series vs. Minnesota?
Rundown
[0:00] Intro and updated look at the AL Central standings
[2:37] White Sox slugged plenty against Texas, but did it in various ways outside of the home run
&nbsp;[7:56] Tristan Peters has hit a home run in five straight games, and his transformation in 2026 has been a sight to behold.
[16:25] Miguel Vargas is having a scorching August.
[22:07] White Sox pitchers threw A LOT of pitches against Texas. They are exhausted after 16 straight days of games, but some of this tiredness is their own doing.
[28:39] Jonathan Cannon picked up a three-inning save before being optioned back to AAA. How did he look?
[33:54] Series Preview: Minnesota Twins. All eyes are on Byron Buxton if he's able to play this weekend.
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Chicago White Sox offense powers series win over the Texas Rangers

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