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The Chicago White Sox edged the Toronto Blue Jays 5–4 on April 3 at Rate Field in a low-scoring affair that fell well short of Vegas's over-under projection of 2 runs. The White Sox scraped together 11 hits but managed only a .614 OPS and .208 batting average, relying on three RBIs to secure the win despite striking out 12 times. Toronto's pitching staff was more efficient, allowing just 7 hits and 3 earned runs while recording 12 strikeouts, posting a 3.65 ERA; however, the Blue Jays' offense couldn't capitalize, collecting only 7 hits and one home run despite a superior .725 OPS. Chicago's pitching struggled with a bloated 7.63 ERA and committed one error, yet the White Sox prevailed in a defensive slugfest where neither lineup generated consistent momentum. The result underscores early-season volatility in both lineups as the teams continue to establish rhythm at the plate and on the mound.