Chicago White Sox win; Chris Sale allows no runs in return

May 22, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; (Editors Note: Multiple exposure used in this image.) Chicago White Sox starting pitcher

Chris Sale

(49) pitches against the New York Yankees during the sixth inning at U.S Cellular Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago White Sox ace Chris Sale returned to the mound with a big-time effort in his return from the disabled list.

The left-handed Sale pitched six shutout innings against the visiting New York Yankees, his first start since April 17, and it was more than good enough for the White Sox to hold on for a 3-2 win in the first of four games against the Bronx Bombers.

Let’s talk about Sale’s night. He was perfect for 5.2 innings, and in the six innings he pitched, he struck out six. Sale allowed one hit, no runs and walked none.

Sale’s ERA for the season drops to 1.89, as he moves to 4-0 on the year.

This is what the White Sox have been missing … the presence that Sale brings to the mound. He may not be the biggest of guys, but when he is on the mound, I’ll take my chances with him over any other pitcher in the majors.

Am I being a homer to an extent … maybe, but his numbers speak for themselves, and if he’s able to stay healthy, he’s only going to get better, and that’s a scary thought for opponents of the White Sox.

Ronald Belisario seems to be the closer of choice for the White Sox at the moment, pitching the ninth inning, and though he made it a bit worrisome, he did get his second save of the season, though he allowed two runs (one earned).

Zach Putman and Daniel Webb each pitched scoreless and hitless innings.

Now for the hitting of the White Sox … they finished with eight hits, as Adam Eaton was 2-for-4 with one RBI.