So going into the White Sox game against the Rays on July 22 in Tampa, Fla., Montgomery switched to a torpedo bat, which has a thicker barrel but thins out at the end.

Division rivals are vying for outfielder Luis Robert of the White Sox, with the White Sox apparently resolute in the stance that they'll either receive a trade return the equivalent of what Robert's potential is or hang onto him beyond the deadline. The White Sox hold a $20…

Kyle Schwarber hit a two-run homer, Jesús Luzardo pitched seven sparkling innings and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Chicago White Sox 6-3.

White Sox manager Will Venable and television analyst Steve Stone shared memories of Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, who passed away on Monday.

Perez, who is nearing a rehab assignment after missing three months with an elbow injury, has been a critical clubhouse presence for a rebuilding squad.

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