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Last game: 7-5 win over White Sox Next game: Tuesday, Aug. 18, vs. White Sox at Wrigley Field, 7:05 p.m. CT. TV: Marquee Sports Network, CHSN/WCIU-Ch. 26 (Sox announcers), TBS (outside the Cubs/White Sox shared market territory) Cubs regular season radio: WSCR 670/104.3 The Score (all regular season games), Cubs broadcast radio affiliates, Cubs Sirius […]

Cubs walk off White Sox in frustrating 7-5 extra-inning loss

The Crosstown Classic started with a soul-crushing extra-inning heartbreak for the White Sox with a Cubs walk-off. Despite the game staying close and competitive, poor challenges and sloppy defense doomed the South Siders. The Sox fell 7-5 in the opener. The game got off to an ugly start after the White Sox went down in […]

Ohtani, Muncy blast Rockies in 11-5 Dodger win

The Dodgers needed a get-right game, and apparently all they needed to do was come to Coors Field. After going 5-11 in their last 16 games, being swept by the Red Sox and Cubs, while also dropping series to the Diamondbacks and Brewers, the Dodgers looked their regular selves on Monday, hitting three homers, while […]

Cubs 7, White Sox 5 (10 innings): Pete Crow-Armstrong turns the tables

The last time Pete Crow-Armstrong faced the White Sox, it was a low point of his season. He went hitless at the plate while batting eighth, but what happened in the field was more noteworthy, as he got a face full of chain link fence after failing to run down a Miguel Vargas double, then cursed at a woman who heckled him. The White Sox ended up winning 9-8 on an Edgar Quero walk-off homer , and Crow-Armstrong eventually issued an apology after resisting on his initial attempt. Three months t...

Cubs BCB After Dark: Who starts Game One?

It’s a new week here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest gathering of night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re so glad you decided to stop by. Come on in out of the heat. There’s no cover charge. We validate parking. We’ve got a few tables still available. The hostess will […]

First Pitch: White Sox at Cubs

The Cubs hold a 78-77 advantage over the White Sox in the Crosstown Classic since the advent of interleague play in 1997. Do with that information what you will. TV: CHSN and Marquee Sports Network Lineups: White Sox Cubs Chase Meidroth, 2B 1 Pete Crow-Armstrong, CF Munetaka Murakami, 1B 2 Seiya Suzuki, RF Miguel Vargas,… The post First Pitch: White Sox at Cubs appeared first on Sox Machine .

Game Thread: White Sox (65-58) at Cubs (72-53)

It’s time for both my favorite and least favorite series of the year — the Crosstown Classic! The White Sox will head a few miles north to face the Cubs at Wrigley Field. With both teams doing well this season and the White Sox winning the first-half series, the rivalry feels more competitive this time […]

Daniel Palencia to 60-Day IL as Cubs Make Several Roster Moves

I just wrapped up a semifinal win in our softball league, so I’m in a bit of a time crunch. As such, I initially knee-jerked about Daniel Palencia going to the 60-day IL. It’s really just a procedural thing that I’m meatballing about, so disregard any weirdness. Ed. note: This was one of those that … The post Daniel Palencia to 60-Day IL as Cubs Make Several Roster Moves appeared first on .

Chicago Cubs move Daniel Palencia to 60-day IL amid flurry of roster moves

One would be hard-pressed to find a team that has dealt with more significant injuries to key players than the Chicago Cubs. Of course, injuries are part of the game. Every year, each MLB team sees an important player miss time for some kind of ailment, whether it be serious or otherwise. Unfortunately, the Cubs [...] The post Chicago Cubs move Daniel Palencia to 60-day IL amid flurry of roster moves appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Chicago Cubs: Edward Cabrera lands on 15-day IL (again); corresponding move announced

As has been the story all season long, the Chicago Cubs are dealing with yet another injury on their pitching staff. While they are 72-53 and well-entrenched in the postseason picture, there are serious concerns about the quality and depth of their starting rotation. This past off-season, the Cubs traded away Owen Caissie and other [...] The post Chicago Cubs: Edward Cabrera lands on 15-day IL (again); corresponding move announced appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/17/26): Imanaga Facing Sox

It’s a rare occasion when both Chicago baseball teams are in playoff contention, but that’s exactly what’s happening over the next three days at Wrigley. The White Sox are up by 5.5 games in the AL Central with a 65-58 record that would see them in third place at best in any NL division, not … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/17/26): Imanaga Facing Sox appeared first on .

Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox preview, Monday 8/17, 7:05 CT

Today’s roster moves: Here Monday notes… The Cubs lineup was not available at posting time. Please check BCB social media for the Cubs lineup. White Sox lineup: Shōta Imanaga, LHP vs. Luis Castillo, RHP Shōta Imanaga had a rough outing his last time out against the Nationals but still has a 2.49 ERA and 1.125 […]

Cubs Place Edward Cabrera, Dansby Swanson On Injured List

The Cubs announced that right-hander Edward Cabrera has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a right middle finger blister. Shortstop Dansby Swanson has been placed on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain. Infielder James Triantos has also been optioned to Triple-A Iowa. In corresponding moves, the club has recalled right-hander Javier […]

Cubs vs. White Sox Monday 8/17 game threads

Cubs 7, White Sox 5: Pete Crow-Armstrong walks it off… and simultaneously joins the 30/30 Club! 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Nico Hoerner is the Superhero vs. the White Sox Cubs vs. White Sox, Monday 8/17, 7:05 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox preview, Monday 8/17, 7:05 CT

Chicago Cubs: MLB insider reveals why fans have “no reason to be concerned” in latest MLB power rankings

The Chicago Cubs did not end the weekend on a high note. After winning the first game of their series against the St. Louis Cardinals, they dropped the final two. The weekend began with such promise, with Chicago just three games out of first place in the National League Central Division. Because of their two [...] The post Chicago Cubs: MLB insider reveals why fans have “no reason to be concerned” in latest MLB power rankings appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Chicago Cubs get good news and bad news on Dansby Swanson injury

The Chicago Cubs have had more than their fair share of significant injuries this season. Fans are all too familiar with the health struggles of Chicago’s pitching staff. At one point, they had enough arms on the injured list to fill a Major League roster. On a positive note, though, the Cubs have been able [...] The post Chicago Cubs get good news and bad news on Dansby Swanson injury appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Dansby Swanson Could Miss 4-6 Weeks with Grade 2 Oblique Strain

Dansby Swanson was in obvious discomfort following a swing and miss during the 3rd inning of Sunday’s loss, and the initial thought was that he’d suffered an oblique injury. The Cubs were proactive in saying he’d go on the IL, which is not a very familiar place for the shortstop, even before having imaging done. … The post Dansby Swanson Could Miss 4-6 Weeks with Grade 2 Oblique Strain appeared first on .

Cubs To Place Dansby Swanson On 10-Day IL Due To Oblique Injury

Aug. 17: Swanson has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 strain, reports ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. The Cubs haven’t provided a formal update on his timetable, but even Grade 1 strains can cost players around a month. Rogers suggests that Swanson could be out up to six weeks, which would mean losing the majority or entirety […]