Guardians 7, White Sox 6: Losers in extras

Unfortunately, on Wednesday the Good Guys squandered an early 5-0 lead and lost despite outhitting Cleveland, 10-8.

Yes, the White Sox struck first, with two runs in the opening frame. Robbie Grossman, who has been performing well in the leadoff spot, worked a free pass and was eventually brought home on a Gavin Sheets double.

Sheets came around to score when Andrew Benintendi, who reached first base on a force out, tried to steal second but got caught in a rundown. Thankfully, Gavin managed to cross home plate before Benintendi was tagged out. It was the only thing Benny did to contribute tonight; he has been downright awful in 2024.

Sheets continued his hot streak in the top of the third…