Chicago White Sox End Bronx Losing Streak with Benintendi Pinch‑Hit Grand Slam

On Thursday, the Chicago White Sox defeated the New York Yankees 5–1 at Yankee Stadium, snapping a nine‑game losing streak in the Bronx. Andrew Benintendi entered as a pinch‑hitter in the eighth inning and hit a grand slam on the first pitch he saw, propelling Chicago to a 5–1 win. The slam was Benintendi’s first career grand slam and his second pinch‑hit home run.

White Sox manager Will Venable used an opener strategy, sending right‑hander Sean Burke into a bulk‑relief role after starter Bryon Hudson. Venable’s decision to replace Yankees left‑hander Tim Hill with right‑hander Camilo Doval, and then to send Benintendi to the plate, proved decisive. The victory also marked Chicago’s first win at Yankee Stadium since June 8, 2023, and contributed to the team’s strong performance in one‑run games this season.