After a relatively promising start to the new season, May sees old issues bubble up yet again. We kick off the month in a positive fashion with a 5-win streak taking us to 16-8, but it is all downhill from there as we lose 3 of 4 at Boston and then 4 straight at the Giants. In the end, we finish with a 14-15 sectional to put us at 24-21 and second in the division. By no means panic stations, but the Giants have got off to a flyer and already lead us by 8 ½ games, leaving little margin for error from here.
Despite the offseason moves, our pitching continues to be the main source of concern. More specifically, the inconsistent performance of our starters. Too many hits being conceded which has led to an inordinate amount of high-scoring affairs. Our offence looks great once again but can only do so much, so it is up to our pitchers to tighten things up.
The Tigers have cooled off a tad, allowing Boston to close within 3 1/2. The White Sox finally seem to have put the tumult of last season behind them and a 17-9 May sees them well within reach. They will, however, have to improve upon their 1-11 road record if they want to figure in the pennant race this year.
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