White Sox Beat Phillies 6-2, Improve Post-All-Star Record

The Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2, powered by home runs from Luis Robert Jr. and Colson Montgomery, and strong pitching from Davis Martin who struck out seven over nearly six innings. This win improves the White Sox's post-All-Star break record to 7-3, with the team aiming to surpass their historically low win total from last season. Montgomery's homer was notable as it was the first by a left-handed batter off Phillies starter Cristopher Sánchez this season, who took his first loss since June 8. The Phillies, who are contending and buyers at the trade deadline, face the White Sox, who are sellers looking to trade major league talent for prospects, including potentially moving Luis Robert Jr. despite his recent decline in performance. The game followed the recent Hall of Fame induction of White Sox and Phillies legend Dick Allen, adding a layer of historical significance to this matchup. The series highlights the contrasting trajectories of the two franchises, with the Phillies looking to strengthen their roster and the White Sox rebuilding after a record-breaking losing season.