The Cubs (25-19) began the softer portion of their schedule by winning two out of three against the Marlins at Wrigley Field. Chicago came up short of a sweep by losing the final game of the series, which has been a recurring problem so far in 2025. Despite that nagging issue, Craig Counsell‘s squad remains in first place as the White Sox travel across town for a weekend set at the Friendly Confines starting Friday afternoon.
The South Siders (14-30) may have Pope Leo XIV on their side, but they aren’t blessed with much talent on the roster after record-breaking futility in 2024.