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The Chicago White Sox edged the Cleveland Guardians 2–1 on June 23 at Rate Field in a low-scoring affair that fell well short of the 7.5 Vegas total. Chicago's pitching staff was the story, allowing just three hits while striking out eight batters and posting a 4.37 ERA, though the White Sox managed only three hits themselves with a .726 OPS in the victory. Cleveland's pitching was actually superior—11 strikeouts against one walk and a 3.80 ERA—but the Guardians' anemic offense, which produced six hits and a .682 OPS, couldn't capitalize on their mound advantage. Both teams struggled at the plate, combining for nine hits and 19 strikeouts in a game defined by pitching depth over run production. The White Sox's ability to win despite offensive futility (just one home run, two RBIs) suggests strong bullpen management, while Cleveland's loss despite superior pitching metrics highlights their offensive inconsistency. The Guardians will need to generate more run support to compete in tight contests going forward.