In a dominating performance, the Chicago Cubs beat the Chicago White Sox 6-2, achieving a three-game sweep. Colin Rea pitched effectively, allowing just one run over 5 1/3 innings. Key contributions came from Seiya Suzuki, who drove in two runs, and several Cubs batters who had multiple hits. The White Sox, while showcasing a home run by Miguel Vargas, struggled as they suffered their fourth consecutive loss. The Cubs scored crucial runs in the sixth and eighth innings, solidifying their franchise record against their intra-city rivals.
After Drew Pomeranz (1-0) got two outs in the sixth, Ryan Pressly and Brad Keller each pitched a scoreless inning before the White Sox scored a run in the ninth against Julian Merryweather.
Cannon gave up four runs (three earned) on four hits over five-plus innings. He struck out three and did not allow a walk.
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