Chicago White Sox starter Lance Lynn finished third in the voting for the American League Cy Young Award on Wednesday. Lynn, acquired from the Texas Rangers last December for fellow starter Dane Dunning and pitching prospect Avery Weems, enjoyed a career year in his first campaign with the White Sox. In 157 innings, the right-hander pitched to a 2.69 ERA and a 3.32 FIP while earning All-Star honors. The veteran also registered 176 strikeouts while walking just 45 batters. He previously finished in the top six in Cy Young voting in each of the last two seasons when he was a member of the Rangers.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn could be utilized by manager Tony La Russa out of the bullpen in Game 4. The team is trailing the Houston Astros 2-1 in the ALDS and they are facing elimination in Game 4, which is set for Tuesday after being postponed on Monday. Carlos Rodon will be starting the game for the White Sox, but Lynn, who pitched Game 1 of the series, could work in a tandem role after him. On Monday, La Russa stated, "Lance was actually in spikes and uniform in the bullpen last night." If the White Sox are able to win Game 4 without Lynn, then he would instead be the likely starter for Game 5. If Lynn pitches in a White Sox win on Tuesday, expect to see Lucas Giolito on the mound for Game 5.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn struggled in a Game 1 loss to the Houston Astros to open up the ALDS. The veteran only lasted 3 2/3 innings in the contest and allowed six hits, five runs, two walks and struck out four on the afternoon. The big hurler had a great regular season with a 11-6 record to go along with a 2.69 ERA, but just didn't have his best stuff on Thursday. Manager Tony La Russa pulled Lynn with just 76 pitches and it's fair to wonder if he will be in play for Game 4, if necessary.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn (knee) is expected to complete a bullpen session on Friday, according to James Fegan of The Athletic. Lynn, placed on the injured list on August 31, experienced right knee inflammation before being sidelined. Fantasy managers are hoping he can make a quick recovery as he's been pitching some of the best baseball of his career this season. He has a 2.59 ERA with a 27.3 K% and a 1.08 WHIP over 135.2 innings. If manager Tony La Russa is right, Lynn should be back on the mound for Friday's game against the Boston Red Sox.

The Chicago White Sox placed starting pitcher Lance Lynn (knee) on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday due to right knee inflammation. The move is retroactive to August 29. White Sox manager Tony La Russa didn't seem too concerned about the injury. He told reporters that he expects for Lynn to only miss one start. Lynn has had a fantastic season, but he is coming off of his worst start of the year. This past Saturday, he surrendered a season-high seven runs over five innings to the Chicago Cubs. If La Russa's premonition holds true, then Lynn would likely make his next start on Friday, September 10 against the Boston Red Sox.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn had his worst start of the season on Saturday versus the Chicago Cubs. Lynn has been dominant this season, but just didn't have this evening. The big hurler was able to make it through five innings, but he allowed seven hits, seven runs, two walks and struck out seven. Managers shouldn't panic about Saturday's performance and it should be chalked up as just a bad outing for Lynn. For the season, Lynn is now 10-4 with a 2.59 ERA. The veteran will look to get back on track versus the Kansas City Royals on Saturday.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn put together another quality start in Monday's no-decision versus the Toronto Blue Jays. Coming off of an ejection in his previous start, Lynn went seven innings and allowed four runs, one hit, zero walks and struck out four. The four strikeouts were low for Lynn, but he was otherwise his normal self in the contest. The big hurler has been having a great year for the White Sox and he is 10-3 with an impressive 2.20 ERA. Next up will be a matchup versus a weak Chicago Cubs offense on Saturday.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn was ejected from Wednesday's game against the Oakland Athletics in the middle of the fourth inning. The ejection came after umpire Nic Lentz visited Lynn in the dugout to inspect him for foreign substances. Lynn had already given Lentz his glove and hat, but Lentz went on to request Lynn's belt as well. Lynn threw the belt at Lentz and that was enough to prompt Lentz to eject him. Lynn was pitching well in the game before the ejection. He went four innings and allowed three hits, three walks and one earned run while striking out four. His next start will be on Monday against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn went five innings in Thursday's no-decision versus the New York Yankees. Lynn allowed four hits, four runs, two walks and struck out seven. It wasn't his best outing of the season, but Lynn has been having a great season overall. The big hurler remains 10-3 and now has an ERA of 2.26. Next up for Lynn will be a matchup versus the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn was originally slated to start Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins. However, it was announced Wednesday morning that he would instead start Thursday's Field of Dreams game against the New York Yankees. Reynaldo Lopez will be the team's starter for Wednesday's game, which is expected to be a bullpen game for the team. Lynn is in the midst of a Cy Young caliber season. Over 20 starts, he's gone 10-3 with a 2.04 ERA and a 1.05 WHIP. Look for him to continue his dominance in his first matchup with the Yankees this year on Thursday.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn continued his strong season in Friday's no-decision versus the Chicago Cubs. Lynn was yanked in the bottom of the seventh inning after allowing a leadoff single to Andrew Romine. Romine would come around to score on a sacrifice fly by David Bote off of relief pitcher Michael Kopech and that would end up being the only run charged to Lynn this afternoon. Lynn also allowed four hits with two walks and eight strikeouts during the outing. Lynn continues to enjoy a career year with the White Sox and is 10-3 with a 2.04 ERA. Next up for Lynn is a matchup versus the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Lance Lynn recorded a no-decision on Friday versus the Cleveland Indians. Lynn threw 104 pitches and was only able to go five innings. He allowed seven hits, three runs, one walk and struck out seven on the evening. Lynn has been enjoying a strong season for the Pale Hose and is 10-3 with a 2.07 ERA. Lynn will look to continue his impressive season versus the Kansas City Royals on Thursday and managers should control to roll with Lynn in all of his starts moving forward.

BOSTON (AP) — Held hitless into the eighth inning by Domingo Germán and looking feeble, Alex Verdugo and the Boston Red Sox suddenly erupted for five runs and stormed past the New York Yankees 5-4 Sunday. Verdugo opened the eighth with a long double for Boston’s first hit. Later, Kiké Hernández slid home headfirst on Xander Bogaerts’ sacrifice fly with the go-ahead run to cap the rally. The Red Sox won for the 10th time in 13 games against the Yankees and reclaimed first place in the AL East, a game ahead of Tampa Bay. New York fell nine games behind Boston. Boston trailed 4-0 when Verdugo doubled to deep right, and Germán was lifted after the hit. Jonathan Loaisiga (7-4) relieved, and Boston broke loose with four straight hits. Hunter Renfroe had an RBI double, Christian Vázquez singled home a run and Hernández followed with an RBI double, cutting it to 4-3. Zack Britton relieved and pinch-hitter Kevin Plawecki’s groundout plated the tying run. Hernández hustled hard and beat right fielder... [More]

A look at what's happening around the majors today: ___ STAR STARTERS The White Sox and Brewers close a weekend full of impressive pitching matchups in Milwaukee with arguably the best of the bunch Sunday night. Lance Lynn (9-3, 1.94 ERA) starts for the White Sox against Brandon Woodruff (7-4, 2.04) in a duel of All-Star right-handers. The NL Central-leading Brewers started Freddy Peralta and Corbin Burnes earlier in this series, while the AL Central-leading White Sox turned to Lucas Giolito and Carlos Rodón. Of those six starting pitchers, Giolito is the only one who didn’t make the All-Star Game this season. According to STATS LLC, this is the first three-game series in major league history to feature five All-Star starting pitchers from the current season. “It’s exciting,” said injured Chicago catcher Yasmani Grandal, who worked with these Brewers pitchers while playing for Milwaukee in 2019. “That’s what you want to see — having two young teams having high-caliber guys coming in and... [More]

A look at what's happening around the majors on Sunday: ___ STAR STARTERS The White Sox and Brewers close a weekend full of impressive pitching matchups in Milwaukee with arguably the best of the bunch Sunday night. Lance Lynn (9-3, 1.94 ERA) starts for the White Sox against Brandon Woodruff (7-4, 2.04) in a duel of All-Star right-handers. The NL Central-leading Brewers started Freddy Peralta and Corbin Burnes earlier in this series, while the AL Central-leading White Sox turned to Lucas Giolito and Carlos Rodón. Of those six starting pitchers, Giolito is the only one who didn’t make the All-Star Game this season. According to STATS LLC, this is the first three-game series in major league history to feature five All-Star starting pitchers from the current season. “It’s exciting,” said injured Chicago catcher Yasmani Grandal, who worked with these Brewers pitchers while playing for Milwaukee in 2019. “That’s what you want to see — having two young teams having high-caliber guys coming in... [More]

A look at what's happening around the majors on today: ___ HIS TURN Major league home run leader Shohei Ohtani is set to pitch for the Angels in his first outing since tossing a perfect first inning in the All-Star Game. The two-way star hit his 34th home run Sunday in a 7-4 loss to Seattle. Ohtani (4-1, 3.49 ERA) is scheduled to start when Los Angeles begins a six-game road trip in Oakland. NO DERBY DOWNER Some players have declined to participate in the All-Star Home Run Derby over the years because they say the exertion can wear them out and wrecks their swing. Not so for Juan Soto. The Washington star has hit three home runs in three games since taking part in the Derby on Tuesday night at Coors Field. Soto connected Sunday in an 8-7 win over the Padres. Soto hopes to keep up his power surge when the Nationals open a series at home against Miami. WELL EARNED AL ERA leader Lance Lynn makes his first start for the White Sox since signing a $38 million, two-year contract through 2023.... [More]

A look at what's happening around the majors on Monday: ___ HIS TURN Major league home run leader Shohei Ohtani is set to pitch for the Angels in his first outing since tossing a perfect first inning in the All-Star Game. The two-way star hit his 34th home run Sunday in a 7-4 loss to Seattle. Ohtani (4-1, 3.49 ERA) is scheduled to start when Los Angeles begins a six-game road trip in Oakland. NO DERBY DOWNER Some players have declined to participate in the All-Star Home Run Derby over the years because they say the exertion can wear them out and wrecks their swing. Not so for Juan Soto. The Washington star has hit three home runs in three games since taking part in the Derby on Tuesday night at Coors Field. Soto connected Sunday in an 8-7 win over the Padres. Soto hopes to keep up his power surge when the Nationals open a series at home against Miami. WELL EARNED AL ERA leader Lance Lynn makes his first start for the White Sox since signing a $38 million, two-year contract through 2023.... [More]

CHICAGO (AP) — For Lance Lynn, it was pretty simple. “There’s no point in going into free agency if you know where you want to be,” he said. Lynn is enjoying his first season on the South Side of Chicago, and the White Sox feel the same way. So they solidified their relationship on Saturday, announcing a $38 million, two-year contract for the All-Star right-hander covering 2022-23. The 34-year-old is earning $8 million in 2021, the final season of a $30 million, three-year contract he signed with Texas in 2018. Lynn is 9-3 with an AL-best 1.99 ERA in 16 starts. He was acquired in a December trade with the Rangers for right-hander Dane Dunning and lefty Avery Weems. With Lynn helping anchor the rotation, the White Sox had an eight-game lead in the AL Central heading into Saturday's game against Houston. "They've put together a winner here," Lynn said. “That's what I want to be part of and help to kind of push it over the top to get a championship." Lynn will make $18.5 million in each of... [More]

CHICAGO (AP) — For Lance Lynn, it was pretty simple. “There’s no point in going into free agency if you know where you want to be,” he said. Lynn is enjoying his first season on the South Side of Chicago, and the White Sox feel the same way. So they solidified their relationship on Saturday, announcing a $38 million, two-year contract extension for the All-Star right-hander. The 34-year-old Lynn is 9-3 with an AL-best 1.99 ERA in 16 starts. He was acquired in a December trade with Texas for right-hander Dane Dunning and lefty Avery Weems. With Lynn helping anchor the rotation, the White Sox had an eight-game lead in the AL Central heading into Saturday's game against Houston. "They've put together a winner here," Lynn said. “That's what I want to be part of and help to kind of push it over the top to get a championship." Lynn will make $18.5 million in each of the next two seasons. The White Sox have an $18 million option for 2024 with a $1 million buyout. The White Sox like Lynn's competitiveness... [More]

CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago White Sox and All-Star right-hander Lance Lynn have agreed to a $38 million, two-year contract extension. The 34-year-old Lynn is 9-3 with an AL-best 1.99 ERA in 16 starts in his first season with Chicago. He was acquired in a December trade with Texas for right-hander Dane Dunning and lefty Avery Weems. With Lynn helping anchor the rotation, the White Sox had an eight-game lead in the AL Central heading into Saturday's game against Houston. “We are thrilled to be able to keep Lance in a White Sox uniform for the next several seasons,” general manager Rick Hahn said in a release. “He very quickly proved himself to be not only an All-Star-caliber addition to the front of our rotation but also the positive clubhouse presence that we envisioned at the time of the acquisition." Lynn, 34, will make $18.5 million in each of the next two seasons. The White Sox have an $18 million option for 2024 with a $1 million buyout. Lynn was drafted by St. Louis in the first round of the 2008 amateur draft and broke into the majors with the Cardinals in 2011. He is 113-74 with a 3.48 ERA in 276 career games, including 252 starts. ___ More AP MLB: https://apnews.com/hub/MLB and https://twitter.com/AP_Sports