White Sox make roster changes amid record losing streak originally appeared in NBC Sports Chicago
O White socks made some escalation moves after Thursday’s 14-2 drubbing by the Red Sox.
First, right-handed pitcher Jake Woodford, who was fanned for seven runs on 10 hits in four innings on Thursday, was designated for assignment.
The team also recalled right-hander Jonathan Cannon from Triple-A Charlotte.
Cannon, 23, is 2-3 with a 5.50 ERA and 35 strikeouts in eight starts with the big league affiliate. He made three starts for the White Sox this season, including his MLB debut on April 17, going 0-1 with a 7.24 ERA and 13 strikeouts.
Thursday’s loss set the franchise record for most consecutive losses in a single season, with the streak now at 14 games.
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