Latest News About Chicago Cubs defeated the White Sox 7-6 on home soil with Mike Tauchman hit a game-ending homer in the ninth against Kopech, sealed the Cubs' victory and ending the Sox's road slump

Updated 2026-06-17 20:51

The Cubs emerged victorious in a Chicago showdown, defeating the White Sox 7-6 as Tauchman lined up a game-ending homer in the 9th off Michael Kopech. Tauchman had two hits and scored twice, Héctor Neris got the win. Corey Julks opened the scoring for the Sox with a leadoff homer, part of Chicago's four-run fourth. Crosstown rivals kept the Crosstown Series alive as Chicago extended its advantage in a wild finish.

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