The White Sox made the worst type of history. 

They lost, 5-1, to the A’s on Monday night at Oakland Coliseum for the team’s 21st consecutive loss.

That matches the 1988 Orioles’ American League record for longest losing streak. 

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<figcaption>Ky Bush reacts during the White Sox loss to the A’s on Aug. 5, 2024. <span class="credit">AP</span></figcaption>

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The White Sox made the worst type of history.{ai:summary}<p>The White Sox, with the grace of a sinking ship, fell to the A’s 5-1, marking their 21st straight loss—tying a grim record set by the '88 Orioles. The ballpark echoed with the ghosts of victories past, while the present stank of failure.  </p><p>A long, dark night for Chicago’s pride. #sports</p>

White Sox tie AL record for longest-ever skid with 21st straight loss

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