Frequently Asked Questions
Why are White Sox fans angry at Anthony Kay after Game 4?
Kay entered in the sixth inning with the White Sox leading and hit Angel Martinez, who was 0-for-12 with seven strikeouts in the playoffs, giving him a free base. Martinez eventually scored on a Travis Bazzana double, and the bullpen gave up four more runs after Kay was relieved, leading to the White Sox blowing their chance to clinch at home.
What did Anthony Kay's brother Bobby say about White Sox fans on social media?
Bobby Kay called out White Sox fans for the cruel and personal way they speak to players' families online, saying the behavior is pathetic. He shared a screenshot of a vicious message directed at him that included a personal attack and blamed the team's manager for pitching his brother.
Did the White Sox ever clinch a postseason series at home before this series?
The last time the Chicago White Sox clinched a postseason series at home was during their 1906 World Series title. They had a chance to do it again at Rate Field in this series but failed to close it out in Game 4.
What happened with Braden Montgomery's mom and White Sox fans on Twitter?
Gretchen Montgomery, Braden's mom, called out fans who were dumping on her son online, saying she was tempted to unblock them after his go-ahead two-run double in Game 2. She has since set her Twitter profile to private.
How has Braden Montgomery performed against the Cleveland Guardians in the playoffs?
Montgomery has struggled significantly against the Guardians, going just 1-for-15 in the series. Overall in the playoffs he is 3-for-23 with 12 strikeouts, including an 0-for-5 performance with four strikeouts in Game 4.
Aldo Soto
With a journalism degree from Eastern Illinois University and a decade of Cubs reporting, my work has appeared on 670 The Score, ESPN 1000, and the Pinwheels and Ivy Podcast. I cover Cubs news and analysis for Sports Mockery, including roster moves, game breakdowns, and prospect development.
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