# White Sox Surge Powers AL Central Lead | Chicago White Sox News

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Podcast: [Chicago White Sox Today | 2 Minute News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-white-sox-today-2-minute-news-the-daily-news-now-7458111)
Published: 2026-09-03T11:50:08+00:00
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The Chicago White Sox are exploding offensively this season, averaging nearly five runs per game and ranking third in the AL for homers—with a wild 50+ blasts since late July. Led by MVP-caliber sluggers Munetaka Murakami, Colson Montgomery, and Miguel Vargas (each with 29 homers), the team’s hitting philosophy, championed by Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller, is finally paying off—and they’re gunning for postseason glory. Tristan Peters has been a breakout August force, tying a franchise record with five straight homers, while Vargas remains unstoppable, reaching base in 18 straight games and leading the league in runs. On the mound, Davis Martin returns from injury to start against the Astros, with Tanner McDougal heading down to Triple-A. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/863b157b58832360

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