White Sox 6, Phillies 3: Taylor Closes as Chicago Takes Series

The lead

June 6, 2026 - Philadelphia - Grant Taylor earned the save, the White Sox scored six runs on 10 hits, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3 to take the weekend series, per ESPN's game recap.

Chicago finished with 12 team FP in AthX Engine scoring, flipping the script after Philadelphia won Friday's slugfest.

How the game turned

The White Sox built a lead against Aaron Nola (5-4) and protected it with Taylor closing the door. Chicago's offense produced against a Phillies staff that had been reliable at home all season.

Philadelphia scored three runs on five hits but could not mount a late rally. Brandon Marsh finished with 8 hitting FP in AthX Engine scoring in the loss, a reminder that losing teams can still produce fantasy value.

Pitching and matchup notes

Taylor recorded the final outs for his save, finishing with 11 pitching FP in AthX Engine scoring. Nola allowed multiple runs in a shorter outing.

For Chicago, the road series win was a bright spot during a rebuilding season where positive results have been scarce.

Bats that changed the board

The White Sox spread offense across the lineup in a 6-3 win that did not require a slugfest. AthX Engine graded Chicago at 12 team FP with Taylor adding late-inning pitching value.

AthX Engine fantasy angle

AthX Engine scoring rewards road wins built on starter stability and bullpen saves. Taylor's 11 FP line shows how relievers can top pitching tables on quieter starter nights, separate from dynamic pricing.

What comes next

The White Sox begin a homestand Monday, per the MLB schedule.

*Sources: MLB.com schedule, ESPN scoreboard, AthX Engine scoring. Information only; not financial advice.*