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Chicago White Sox Endure Losing Streak, Fall to Rival Cubs

Cubs Win 13th Straight Over White Sox

The Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to 13 games over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday, August 9, 2024, with a 4-3 victory at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Tauchman's Game-Ending Homer

The game was tied 3-3 in the bottom of the ninth inning when Mike Tauchman hit a solo home run off White Sox reliever Kendall Graveman.

It was Tauchman's first home run since joining the Cubs from the New York Yankees in a trade last month.

Amaya's Go-Ahead Hit

The Cubs had taken a 3-2 lead in the top of the eighth inning on a two-run single by Miguel Amaya.

Amaya's hit scored Seiya Suzuki and Patrick Wisdom, who had both reached base on walks.

Season Series Sweep

The Cubs' win completed a four-game season series sweep of the White Sox.

It was the first time the Cubs had swept the White Sox in a season series since 2017.

White Sox's Losing Streak Continues

The loss extended the White Sox's losing streak to 13 games, their longest since a 14-game skid in 2016.

The White Sox have now lost 22 of their last 25 games.

Upcoming Matchup

The two teams will meet again on Wednesday, August 10, 2024, at Guaranteed Rate Field.

The first pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. EDT.