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Cubs Set Franchise Record with Seventh Straight Win Over White Sox

Chicago's Crosstown rivalry sees the Cubs dominate behind standout performances from Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson, while the White Sox struggle to respond.

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May 5, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd (16) throws against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Chicago Cubs defeated the White Sox 7-3 on Saturday, marking their seventh consecutive victory in the Crosstown Classic and setting a new franchise record for the series.
  • Pete Crow-Armstrong continued his stellar form, driving in two runs on Saturday after a career-high six RBIs in Friday's 13-3 rout of the White Sox.
  • Dansby Swanson hit his 10th home run of the season in Saturday’s game, further bolstering the Cubs' offense as they lead the NL Central.
  • Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd struck out eight over six innings, allowing three runs to secure the win in the second game of the series.
  • The White Sox, now 14-32 and last in the AL Central, have dropped three straight games and continue to struggle with defensive errors and consistency.