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The Chicago White Sox were 65-59, 1st in the AL Central. Yesterday, the Chicago White Sox were beaten by the Chicago Cubs 5-7 at Wrigley Field.

White Sox Daily Vibe Check
60°
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outscoring opponents

The numbers paint a decent picture. They're +8 in run differential. The gap is meaningful. And offense humming at 6.0 R/G this week.

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White Sox Game on August 18

Opponent:Chicago Cubs (73-53)
Location:Wrigley Field
First Pitch:08:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:TBD (TBD) vs Kevin Gausman (6-11, 4.53 ERA)
TV Broadcast:TBS, TBS, Marquee Sports Network, Chicago Sports Network
Forecast:☀️ Clear sky, 75°F, Wind 2 mph

White Sox Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Chicago White Sox were beaten by the Chicago Cubs 5-7 at Wrigley Field.

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The Chicago Cubs clinched the win in the 10th inning.

Highlights

White Sox Record & Standings

AL Central

TeamL10WLPCTGBSTRK
White Sox
6559.524 L1
Tigers
6164.4884.5 W1
Twins
6165.4845.0 W1
Guardians
6065.4805.5 L1
Royals
5274.41314.0 W2

Chicago White Sox are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +8 run differential.

White Sox Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

PlayerHRAVGOPSRBI
20
Miguel Vargas
 28.239.83472
5
Munetaka Murakami
 28.233.91057
12
Colson Montgomery
 26.212.72271

Pitching Leaders

PitcherW-LERAWHIPIP
31
Grant Taylor
 4-22.111.0264.0
59
Sean Burke
 7-63.151.11140.0
15
Sean Newcomb
 1-32.511.1068.0

Hot Hitters

PlayerStreak
23
Andrew Benintendi
 3 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games
34
Randal Grichuk
 4 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
29
Tristan Peters
 3 hits, .429 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

PitcherStreak
58
Luis Castillo
 7.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
59
Sean Burke
 7.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
62
Tyler Schweitzer
 7.2 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games

White Sox News

The Chicago White Sox fell just short against the Cubs, suffering a gut-wrenching 7-5 loss in 10 innings at Wrigley Field. Despite the defeat, the atmosphere was electric as South Siders rallied around their team in a tightly contested game that showcased the rivalry's intensity. This matchup fuels the dreams of an all-Chicago World Series, a tantalizing scenario that fans can’t shake as Halloween approaches. The Sox are riding a solid wave of momentum, having recently dominated the competition with a 5-2 record over the last week, including an impressive offensive display that tied them for the most home runs in the league. With 38 games left to play, the South Siders remain poised to capitalize on their talent, but the pitching must tighten up if they hope to maintain their grip at the top of the American League Central.

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Despite extras loss, South Siders relish 'electric atmosphere' at Wrigley
MLB.com
Despite extras loss, South Siders relish 'electric atmosphere' at Wrigley
CHICAGO -- There are no moral victories for a team such as the talented, never-say-die 2026 White Sox, holding a 4 1/2-game lead in the American League Central with 38 games remaining. But their 7-5 loss in 10 innings to the Cubs Monday night before 40,354 at Wrigley Field came
 As White Sox-Cubs takes center stage, Windy City envisions all-Chicago World Series
MLB.com
As White Sox-Cubs takes center stage, Windy City envisions all-Chicago World Series
CHICAGO – Picture this following baseball scenario playing out as Halloween fast approaches in late October. It’s a cool Fall night in Chicago, Friday, Oct. 23, to be exact. The World Series is getting ready to begin at either Wrigley Field or Rate Field for the Cubs or White Sox,
 White Sox Weekly: August 11-16, 2026
Southsidesox
White Sox Weekly: August 11-16, 2026
The White Sox launched a stretch of 16 games in 16 days. Over the last seven days, the pitching staff posted a 4.11 ERA, 16th in the league, and their 50 strikeouts ranked 13th. On the offensive side, they tied with the Padres for the most home runs with 12 and hit .285, ranking just […]
 White Sox Minor League Player of the Week (August 10-16, 2026): Caleb Bonemer
Southsidesox
White Sox Minor League Player of the Week (August 10-16, 2026): Caleb Bonemer
Charlotte KnightsRecord 2-4 (last week), 22-23 (second half), 64-56 (overall) Knights Player of the WeekDavid Sandlin 5 IP, 0 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 6 K Michael Turner .417/.500/.417, 12 at-batsDru Baker .267/.313/.267, 2-for-2 stolen bases, 15 at-batsMario Camilletti .211/.318/.211, 1-for-1 stolen bases, 19 at-batsTim Elko .211/.318/.526, 1-for-1 stolen bases, 19 at-batsRikuu Nishida .222/.440/.222, 4-for-4 […]
ESPN
PCA 1st since 2010 with leadoff, walk-off homers
NL MVP candidate Pete Crow-Armstrong launched two home runs -- a leadoff blast and a walk-off shot -- as the Chicago Cubs authored a 7-5, 10-inning victory over the rival Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field on Monday night.
ESPN
A Cubs-White Sox World Series? Why this could be the best chance since 1906
An all-Chicago Fall Classic this October is highly unlikely. But, historically speaking, it's practically a slam dunk!

White Sox Upcoming Schedule

The Chicago White Sox host the New York Mets for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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