MLB teamed up with Nike to release the first-ever Nike-produced athletic sneakers for MLB featuring designs inspired by the franchise's City Connect uniforms.

Luis Robert Jr. drove in three runs in his return to the lineup, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 7-2.

MLB Announces Major White Sox News on Friday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Chicago White Sox enter Friday’s game against the Kansas City Royals sitting at 20-43, anchored to the bottom of the American League Central standings.

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Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz said “the day-to-day operations are as is” after Thursday’s announcement of a potential sale of the club to Justin Ishbia.

Detroit Tigers designated hitter Colt Keith (33) jumps over Chicago White Sox catcher Korey Lee (26) but is tagged out at home during the eighth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Erin Hooley) AP

Seth Lugo is slated to take the mound for Kansas City against Davis Martin for Chicago.