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The Chicago White Sox dominated the Toronto Blue Jays 12–4 on July 17 at Rogers Centre, crushing the Vegas total of 8.5 runs with a combined 19 runs. Chicago's offense proved decisive despite modest power numbers, collecting 12 hits and driving in all 12 runs while striking out just 8 times. The White Sox's pitching staff was equally effective, limiting Toronto to 7 hits and 4 earned runs across the game while striking out 8 batters. Toronto's lineup struggled at the plate, managing only a .691 OPS with 7 hits, 3 home runs, and 9 strikeouts, though the Blue Jays did add three long balls in the losing effort. Chicago's pitching ERA of 4.11 proved superior to Toronto's 4.19, and the White Sox's ability to convert baserunners into runs—posting a .734 OPS compared to Toronto's .691—highlighted the gap in execution between the teams. The lopsided victory suggests the White Sox's pitching depth could provide an edge in the division race moving forward.