Chicago Cubs Sweep White Sox in Crosstown Showdown

Game Summary: August 9, 2024

Box Score

**Chicago Cubs 3, Chicago White Sox 1** Pitching * **Cubs:** Justin Steele (W, 5-3), Rowan Wick (S, 10) * **White Sox:** Lance Lynn (L, 2-6), Kendall Graveman, Tanner Banks Batting * **Cubs:** Mike Tauchman (4-for-4, 1 HR, 2 RBI), Seiya Suzuki (2-for-3, 2B), Nico Hoerner (2-for-4) * **White Sox:** Jose Abreu (2-for-3), AJ Pollock (1-for-4)

Key Plays

* **Top 9th:** Mike Tauchman hit a game-ending home run to seal the victory for the Cubs. * **Bottom 1st:** Luis Robert singled to drive in the Sox's only run.

Analysis

The Cubs' Justin Steele pitched a gem, holding the White Sox to just one run over 7 innings. The Cubs' offense was led by Mike Tauchman, who went 4-for-4 with a game-ending home run. The White Sox's struggles continued as they have now lost 5 of their last 6 games.

Game Highlights: June 4, 2024

Final Score: Chicago Cubs 7, Chicago White Sox 6

**Pitching** * **Cubs:** Kyle Hendricks (W, 4-4), Keegan Thompson, Rowan Wick (S, 9) * **White Sox:** Lucas Giolito (L, 5-6), Joe Kelly, Liam Hendriks **Batting** * **Cubs:** Ian Happ (2-for-5, 2 HR, 4 RBI), Cody Bellinger (2-for-5, HR, 2 RBI), Patrick Wisdom (2-for-4) * **White Sox:** Yasmani Grandal (3-for-4, HR, 2 RBI), AJ Pollock (2-for-4)

Key Plays

* **Top 1st:** Ian Happ hit a leadoff home run to give the Cubs an early lead. * **Top 4th:** Cody Bellinger extended the lead with a two-run homer. * **Top 8th:** Ian Happ hit a two-run double to put the Cubs ahead for good.

Analysis

The Cubs' offense exploded with four home runs to power past the White Sox. Ian Happ and Cody Bellinger led the way with two home runs each. Kyle Hendricks pitched well for the Cubs, allowing just two runs over 6 innings. The White Sox remain in a slump, now having lost 4 of their last 5 games.