Cardinals Seek Momentum in Chicago Series Against White Sox

The St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago White Sox are set to begin a three-game series in Chicago, with the Cardinals aiming to regain momentum after losing seven of their last eight games. The Cardinals hold a 37-35 record, slightly above .500, but have struggled on the road and with offensive consistency, especially from outfielder Lars Nootbaar, who has been given a brief rest and is expected back in the lineup for the series. The White Sox enter the series with a 23-49 record and have been hampered by a weak offense and defense, ranking low in OPS and slugging percentage recently. Key players include Cardinals' Nolan Arenado and Alec Burleson, and White Sox's Miguel Vargas and Edgar Quero, who have been leading their respective teams offensively. Shane Smith has been a bright spot for the White Sox, maintaining a strong ERA and strikeout record despite the team's struggles. The series kicks off at 6:40 p.m. CT, with broadcasts available on various local radio and TV stations.