The Chicago White Sox will face the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday, Sept. 8, in the opener of a three-game series at Rate Field, with first pitch set for 6:40 CT. The matchup carries a clear personal storyline: Jacob Gonzalez, a former White Sox first-round pick, is set to play against his old team for the first time since he was traded.
The White Sox come into the game after a convincing win on national television, and they are trying to keep that momentum going against Pittsburgh. Their lineup is mostly the same as Sunday’s group, with only Chase Meidroth and Tristan Peters switching spots in the batting order.
What to know about the lineups
The source described both clubs’ recent offensive stretches, with the White Sox lineup carrying a few hot and cold trends. One player reached.313/.442/.518, while another was at.125/.279/.196 with 30 strikeouts in 56 at-bats. A separate line showed.056/.190/.056 with 13 strikeouts in 26 at-bats. On the other side, a hitter was listed at.231/.355/.654 with three doubles.
For Chicago, the main focus remains on the broader team context and the return of a familiar face in Gonzalez. For Pittsburgh, the series gives the Pirates a chance to test themselves on the road against a White Sox team looking to build on its recent result.
Game details
The White Sox and Pirates will meet at Rate Field on Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 6:40 CT. The game is part of a three-game series, giving both teams an early opportunity to set the tone for the matchup.
Fans can follow the game through Chicago on WMVP 1000 AM and 107.9 La Ley.
