The Crosstown Classic Feels Alive On Both Sides Of Chicago For The 1st Time In Years
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Key Points:
- The Chicago Cubs, currently leading the National League Central and on pace for over 100 wins, visit the surprisingly competitive White Sox for a three-game Crosstown Classic series at Rate Field this weekend.
- The Cubs have won 15 straight games at Wrigley Field and maintain a 94.5% chance of making the postseason despite recent pitching injuries.
- The White Sox, after years of rebuilding and three consecutive 100-loss seasons, have become a surprisingly competitive team with a 22-21 record and a five-game winning streak, giving fans renewed hope.
- Key contributors include Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga and breakout White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami, who is tied for third in MLB home runs this season.
- All three games will be broadcast locally on WCIU, making the series more accessible to casual fans, with warm weather expected and added local excitement including Mayor Brandon Johnson’s playful involvement.