Sox Century: June 21, 1917

Jim BagbyEddie Cicotte’s up-and-down June found some momentum in the right direction when he threw a complete game against the Indians. He held them to just a run on five hits and a couple walks.

Unfortunately, Cleveland’s Jim Bagby managed to be even tougher.

The Indians struck for a quick run in the first inning on three soft batted balls -- an infield single, a chopper over the head of Cicotte, and a fielder’s choice that was an eyelash from being a 4-6-3 double play. The White Sox ace settled down after that, but his offense never unsettled Bagby.

Babgy held the Sox to just three hits and two walks while going the distance, and the Chicago Tribune gave the Cleveland starter most of the…