White Sox rely on bullpen and start Bryan Hudson in finale against Twins

The Chicago White Sox are skipping a traditional starter for Sunday's series finale against the Minnesota Twins. Right-hander Sean Burke was set to pitch but will get an extra day of rest instead, pushing him to the opener of a three-game home series against Pittsburgh CBS Sports. Left-hander Bryan Hudson will start in Burke's place, while the Twins counter with right-hander Bailey Ober, who is seeking his first win since July 17 CBS Sports.
The White Sox are relying on their relief corps to secure a victory in this crucial matchup CBS Sports. By resting Burke now, the team gains a strategic advantage. Burke will pitch on full rest when the Pirates visit Chicago, giving him extra time to recover between outings. This rotation reset reflects manager Will Venable's focus on the bigger picture beyond this series.
Bryan Hudson, a left-handed reliever, gets the unexpected start for the White Sox on Sunday CBS Sports. Hudson typically works from the bullpen but has been called upon to fill the gap created by Burke's scheduled rest. The move tests the depth of Chicago's pitching staff as they pursue the series victory against Minnesota.
Bailey Ober starts for the Twins seeking his first victory in more than two months CBS Sports. The right-hander last won on July 17 against the Chicago Cubs, a drought that has lasted through August and into September. Ober will face a White Sox bullpen-heavy approach that could play to his advantage if he can pitch deep into the game and limit Chicago's offensive opportunities early.
Chicago holds the edge in the season series at 7-5, though Sunday's finale offers Minnesota a chance to narrow the gap CBS Sports. The Twins have shown competitiveness throughout the matchups, keeping each contest close enough that either team could claim victory. This series finale represents the last chance for either club to add to their seasonal record against each other before the regular season concludes.
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