Salvador Perez Powers Royals Past White Sox with Historic Performance in 12-1 Win on August 27, 2025

Wednesday, August 27th, 2025

Royals Crush White Sox 12-1 Behind Salvador Perez’s Big Night

The Kansas City Royals delivered an offensive outburst to defeat the Chicago White Sox 12-1, highlighted by Salvador Perez's impressive performance, on Wednesday night at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Salvador Perez Drives the Offense

Salvador Perez jump-started the Royals’ bats, launching a leadoff home run and capping an explosive eight-run fifth inning with a two-run double. That double gave Perez 993 career RBIs, moving him past Amos Otis for sole possession of third place in franchise history. Only Hal McRae (1,012) and George Brett (1,596) currently rank higher.

Ryan Bergert Shines on the Mound

Pitcher Ryan Bergert (2-1) delivered a season-best six innings for Kansas City, allowing one run on six hits and securing his first win in five starts for the club. The bullpen trio of Jonathan Bowlan, Angel Zerpa, and Daniel Lynch IV followed, each throwing a shutout inning to keep the White Sox quiet.

Royals’ Explosive Fifth Inning

Perez’s 23rd home run of the season tied the score at 1-1 off Chicago starter Aaron Civale (3-9). Bobby Witt Jr. delivered a clutch two-out, two-run single to chase Civale from the game, and Vinnie Pasquantino tacked on two more runs with a single off reliever Tyler Gilbert. Adam Frazier’s double in the frame extended the lead, sending Perez home and stretching the advantage to 8-1.

Yastrzemski and Witt Extend Royals’ Lead

Mike Yastrzemski blasted his 14th home run, a three-run shot off Gilbert in the sixth inning, increasing the Royals’ lead to 11-1. He later doubled and scored on a Maikel Garcia single in the eighth. Bobby Witt Jr. went 2-for-4, extending his hitting streak to 16 consecutive games.

White Sox Highlight: Benintendi’s Unique Home Run

Andrew Benintendi provided a bright spot for Chicago by homering in the fourth inning. Statcast reported the ball was hit on a pitch just 1.02 feet above the ground — the lowest pitch Benintendi has ever hit out of the park in his career.

Pitching Struggles for Chicago

Chicago's Aaron Civale surrendered five runs over 4 2/3 innings, while reliever Tyler Gilbert retired only one batter and was charged with six runs. The White Sox now must win 15 of their remaining 29 games to avoid a third consecutive 100-loss season.

Key Moment

Ryan Bergert picked up his first victory since defeating the New York Yankees 4-3 on May 5 (as a member of the Padres), signaling a strong return to form for the right-hander in Royals uniform.

Upcoming Games

The Royals head home to host the Detroit Tigers for a three-game series beginning Friday, with starting pitchers yet to be announced. The White Sox will continue their homestand as right-hander Davis Martin (5-9, 3.93 ERA) starts Thursday in the opener of a four-game set against Will Warren (7-6, 4.47 ERA) and the New York Yankees.

In summary

The Kansas City Royals dominated the Chicago White Sox 12-1, powered by Salvador Perez's milestone RBIs and a huge fifth-inning rally. Ryan Bergert delivered his first win for the Royals, while the White Sox bullpen faltered. Mike Yastrzemski and Bobby Witt Jr. added to the onslaught, and Chicago now faces an uphill battle to avoid another 100-loss season. The Royals will look to stay hot as they welcome the Tigers, while the White Sox prepare for a tough series against the Yankees.

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