Game Recap: Guardians vs. White Sox, September 13, 2025

Fans arriving at Progressive Field expected a routine late‑season win, but a scoring error in early reports sparked confusion. Some outlets listed a 4-0 shutout for the Guardians, yet the official box score confirmed a 3-1 final.

Chicago opened the scoring in the third inning, loading the bases before Jhonkensy Noel drove a two‑run single that put the Sox ahead. Cleveland answered quickly in the fourth, with C.J. Kayfus blasting a solo homer to tie the game. The decisive blow came in the seventh when Kayfus stepped up again and sent a deep drive over the left‑field wall, giving the home team a 2‑1 lead.

Pitcher Parker Messick, making his third start of the season, delivered six solid innings, allowing just one run on three hits while striking out five. His composure under pressure helped the bullpen preserve the lead, with reliever Tyler Freeman closing out the final three frames without further damage.

The win moved the Guardians two games behind the AL Central leader, keeping their postseason hopes alive. For the White Sox, the loss dropped them to a .500 record, highlighting the tight race for the wild‑card spots. Both teams will look to fine‑tune their rotations as the regular season winds down.