CHICAGO — Rangers designated hitter Joc Pederson exited Saturday’s game vs. the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field after his right hand was hit by a pitch.

Sean Burke allowed one run in six innings Friday to help the Chicago White Sox beat the Texas Rangers 4-1, snapping an 11-game skid in the series.

It is never a great sign to see a player leave a game early and it just turned into a near worst-case scenario for the Texas Rangers.

After hitting just .104 after coming to the Sox in a trade last summer, Vargas is looking like part of their future.

Chicago White Sox right-hander Jonathan Cannon has been scratched from Saturday's start against the visiting Texas Rangers due to lower back tightness.

Its Friday, May 23 and the Rangers (25-26) are in Chicago to take on the White Sox (15-35). Tyler Mahle is slated to take the mound for Texas against Sean Burke for Chicago.

Donation Options Search Search Search Texas Rangers’ Jake Burger warms up before a baseball game against the Chicago White Sox, Friday, May 23, 2025, in Chicago. AP Photo/Erin Hooley Share Rangers corner infielder Jake Burger had a big smile Friday when greeting a few old buddies at Rate Field.

The Chicago White Sox are getting two veterans back in their lineup. To make room for them on the roster, they sent a fan favorite back down to Class AAA Charlotte.