White Sox Lose Seventh Straight to Cubs Amid Defensive Struggles

The Chicago White Sox have struggled significantly against their crosstown rivals, the Chicago Cubs, recently dropping multiple games including a lopsided 13-3 loss and a 7-3 defeat at Wrigley Field. Despite strong individual performances, such as Miguel Vargas' multiple home runs and Chase Meidroth's first major league homer, the White Sox have been hampered by poor pitching outings and defensive errors that have allowed the Cubs to capitalize and secure decisive victories. In the 13-3 loss, White Sox starter Shane Smith was undermined by costly defensive miscues, including a critical passed ball and an interference call that led to multiple Cubs runs in a pivotal second inning. Similarly, in the 7-3 defeat, Sean Burke struggled with command and the White Sox defense faltered, enabling the Cubs to pull away after an early White Sox lead. The Cubs have taken advantage of these mistakes with timely hitting, including home runs from Pete Crow-Armstrong and Dansby Swanson, extending the White Sox losing streak against them to seven games. Overall, the White Sox's inability to maintain leads and their defensive lapses have contributed to their ongoing difficulties in the Crosstown Series against the Cubs.