The Chicago White Sox 's chance at contention in 2025 is long gone. However, Will Venable has done a great job getting players like Shane Smith to buy in . His leadership has inspired the team to show some fight down the stretch of the regular season. However, the team suffered a scary moment against the Baltimore Orioles on Wednesday when Martin Perez had to exit.

The veteran starting pitcher joined Chicago in the offseason and has struggled in the 10 appearances he made this year. Despite that, he is working his way into Venable's long-term starting rotation. Young players like Smith and Davis Martin need an older presence to help keep them balanced, and Perez has offered just that. However, his season might have come to an end.

Perez left the game in the fourth inning. The most co

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