Sat Jul 05 03:40:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
White Sox pitcher Shane Smith struggled in a recent game against the Dodgers, giving up six runs and six hits. After a promising start to the season, Smith has had three consecutive difficult outings. Despite retiring star players early in the game, he struggled with walks and allowed crucial hits, contributing to the White Sox’s loss. Meanwhile, in minor league news, Sam Antonacci was named minor-league player of the month, Luis Reyes was named pitcher of the month, and Jared Shuster started a rehab stint.
**News Article:**
**Smith Struggles as Dodgers Defeat White Sox**
**LOS ANGELES** – White Sox pitcher Shane Smith faced a tough outing Tuesday night, surrendering six runs and six hits in a 6-1 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. After retiring MVPs Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman to start the game, Smith faltered, issuing walks and allowing key hits that led to a four-run first inning for the Dodgers.
“I didn’t give my team a chance to win,” a frustrated Smith said after the game.
Smith, who had shown promise earlier in the season, has struggled in his last three starts, allowing 16 earned runs in 11 innings. While the 25-year-old acknowledged his need to improve, he remains optimistic about turning things around.
In other news, High-A Winston-Salem infielder Sam Antonacci was named the White Sox minor-league player of the month for June, and Single-A Kannapolis right-hander Luis Reyes was named pitcher of the month. Left-hander Jared Shuster has begun a rehabilitation stint with Triple-A Charlotte.
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