The Chicago White Sox (14-32) will face the Chicago Cubs (27-19) in the final game of their three-game series at Wrigley Field. First pitch is set for 2:20 PM ET, with the Cubs looking to complete the series sweep after dominant wins in the first two games.
Game Details
- Matchup: Chicago White Sox vs. Chicago Cubs
- Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
- Location: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
- Time: 2:20 PM ET
- TV Broadcast: Marquee Sports Network, NBC Sports Chicago
- Streaming: FuboTV, MLB.TV (regional restrictions apply)
Team Overview & Key Storylines
Chicago White Sox (14-32)
- The White Sox have struggled this season, ranking second-worst in MLB with just five road wins in 25 games.
- Miguel Vargas leads the team with five home runs and 19 RBIs, while Luis Robert Jr. has also contributed five homers.
- Jonathan Cannon (2-4, 3.60 ERA) will start on the mound, looking to contain the Cubs’ explosive offense.
- The White Sox have been outscored 20-6 in the first two games of the series, highlighting their struggles against their crosstown rivals.
Chicago Cubs (27-19)
- The Cubs are first in the NL Central, boasting a 14-10 home record.
- Seiya Suzuki has been heating up, recording 10 total bases in his last three games, including two home runs against the White Sox.
- Colin Rea (3-0, 2.48 ERA) will take the mound, having helped the Cubs to a 5-1 record in his starts.
- The Cubs have been dominant in this matchup, winning four of their last five games against the White Sox.
Key Matchups to Watch
- Jonathan Cannon (White Sox) vs. Cubs’ Offense – Cannon has allowed six or more hits in each of his last four starts, which could be problematic against Chicago’s powerful lineup.
- Seiya Suzuki vs. White Sox Pitching – Suzuki has been on fire, going over 1.5 total bases in three straight games.
- Kyle Tucker vs. Miguel Vargas – Both players lead their teams in home runs and could be key offensive contributors.
Game Odds
Chicago White Sox 7.5
Chicago Cubs – 270
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 17, 2025
