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Vargas' Homer Lifts White Sox Over Astros
27 Jul
Summary
- Miguel Vargas hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the sixth inning.
- Munetaka Murakami blasted two home runs and had a career-high six RBIs.
- The White Sox secured a 12-3 victory, avoiding a series sweep against Houston.
Miguel Vargas delivered a pivotal go-ahead, two-run home run in the sixth inning, leading the Chicago White Sox to a commanding 12-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday. The win successfully prevented the White Sox from being swept in the series.
Munetaka Murakami was instrumental in the offensive onslaught, smashing two home runs and accumulating a career-high six RBIs. His performance included an opposite-field two-run homer early in the game and a solo blast late in the eighth inning.
The White Sox offense exploded for a season-high-tying five home runs, overpowering the Astros' three long balls. This offensive firepower helped Chicago extend its lead atop the American League Central standings to 2 1/2 games over Cleveland.
Houston's Jeremy Pena and Taylor Trammell also contributed with solo home runs, but it wasn't enough to overcome the White Sox's dominant display. Ronel Blanco, making his second start since returning from Tommy John surgery in June 2025, took the loss for the Astros.
