White Sox's Adrian Houser Returns From Paternity List Leads AL ERAs

Adrian Houser has been a standout pitcher for the Chicago White Sox in 2025, delivering consistently strong performances since signing a one-year deal in May. After briefly stepping away to be with his family following the birth of his daughter, Houser returned to the rotation and pitched 6 1/3 innings in a 4-2 win over the Toronto Blue Jays, allowing two runs on seven hits and three walks with four strikeouts. His 2.15 ERA and 1.19 WHIP over his first six starts rank him among the top American League pitchers by ERA since May 20. Houser’s return is a significant boost to the injury-hit White Sox pitching staff, which has lost several starters to the injured list this season. Meanwhile, rookie lefty Jacob Palisch was optioned back to Double-A after his major league debut, and the team continues to rely on Houser as a key rotation piece. The White Sox are optimistic about Houser’s continued contributions as he has revitalized his career with the team this season.