White Sox seek to sustain scoring surge in clash vs. Cubs
Briefly

The Chicago White Sox have scored a remarkable 61 runs since the All-Star break, achieving a 6-1 record in that timeframe. In their recent game against the Chicago Cubs, the White Sox showcased their power with an 18-hit performance, winning 12-5. Colson Montgomery has made history as the first rookie in the organization's history to hit home runs in three consecutive games. The team's focus on young talent is evident, with several rookies including Edgar Quero also contributing significantly. Conversely, the Cubs are experiencing a decline, having lost four of their last five games.
The Chicago White Sox boast a major-league-best 61 runs since the All-Star break and have gone 6-1 over that span. Colson Montgomery homered for the third straight game, becoming the first rookie in White Sox history to do so.
Edgar Quero collected four hits on Friday, a feat also accomplished by fellow rookies Kyle Teel and Chase Meidroth since the break. This young core is doing a good job of coming up and having success.
Despite Reese McGuire's strong performance with four RBIs, the Cubs have lost four of their past five games, being outscored 38-20 during that stretch.
Rookie right-hander Cade Horton will start for the Cubs, aiming to beat the White Sox for the second time this season after previously defeating them on May 16.
Read at Reuters
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