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The Los Angeles Angels defeated the Chicago White Sox 8–2 on May 6 at Angel Stadium, with the home team's pitching staff striking out 10 batters while allowing just 4 hits and 2 earned runs. The Angels' offense, though modest in batting average at .233, drove in all 8 runs on 8 hits and drew 6 walks to capitalize on Chicago's struggles. The White Sox managed only 4 hits and struck out 10 times, managing just 2 runs despite drawing 5 walks, highlighting their inability to convert scoring opportunities. Chicago's pitching surrendered 8 hits and 7 earned runs, posting a 4.23 ERA that proved costly in the lopsided affair. The Angels' defensive efficiency—committing no errors—complemented their dominant pitching performance, while the White Sox's offensive ineptitude, reflected in their .702 OPS and 10 strikeouts, exposed deeper lineup vulnerabilities. This victory extends Los Angeles' control in the matchup and suggests the White Sox's rotation will need to improve significantly to compete in division play.