The White Sox clicked into gear this week, finally generating some memorable moments. Fireball starter Kopech, his ponytail soaring in the Chicago breeze, torched the Tigers through six no-hit innings last week.
In his most dominant start of the season, the 26-year-old pitcher struck out 11 batters, a career high.
Kopech is still on a tight leash following his Tommy John surgery in 2019, which led skipper La Russa to yank him out of the game, no-hitter intact. The shutout was ensured by the erratic but skilled Sox bullpen, and a timely two-run single by Andrew Vaughn buttoned up the 2-0 victory.