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Cincinnati defeated Chicago 11–7 on March 21 at Goodyear Ballpark in a spring training matchup that saw the Reds' offense overwhelm a White Sox pitching staff that surrendered 11 earned runs. The Reds' lineup produced 11 hits with a .871 OPS, including 3 home runs and 10 RBIs, while striking out just 8 times against Chicago's pitchers who issued 7 walks. Chicago's offense kept pace offensively with a .830 OPS and 9 hits, but managed only 1 home run and couldn't overcome their pitching woes; the White Sox rotation allowed 11 earned runs on 11 hits despite recording 8 strikeouts. Cincinnati's defense committed 2 errors, yet the Reds' run production proved decisive in a game that exceeded modest offensive expectations. The White Sox bullpen's inability to limit damage—posting a 4.60 ERA in this contest—will be a concern heading into the regular season, while Cincinnati's power display suggests early offensive momentum.