Chicago White Sox Complete First 2025 Series Sweep Against Pittsburgh Pirates

The Chicago White Sox completed their first series sweep of the 2025 season by defeating the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-2, marking the last major league team to sweep a series this year. Miguel Vargas and Mike Tauchman hit back-to-back home runs in the first inning, with Vargas breaking a 26-game homer drought, and Tauchman's homer landing in the Allegheny River. The White Sox outscored the Pirates 27-7 over the three games, achieving their best post-All-Star break start (3-0) since 2005, highlighted by strong offensive performances including multiple extra-base hits from Vargas and a timely two-run double from Tauchman. Pitcher Aaron Civale earned his first win since a mid-June trade, allowing just one unearned run over six innings. The sweep was also notable as Tauchman became the 52nd player to hit a ball into the Allegheny River, a rare feat for the team. Manager Will Venable praised the team's energized and aggressive play, emphasizing their improved approach to hitting fastballs as a key factor in their success.