{
  "id": 2058902,
  "title": "Paul Sullivan: White Sox are off to the races after salvaging a win against the Cubs in the City Series finale",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/paul-sullivan-white-sox-are-off-to-the-races-after-salvaging-a-win",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T02:24:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/paul-sullivan-white-sox-off-022400982.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Wednesday at Wrigley Field, the White Sox and Cubs played a thrilling finale to the City Series, resulting in a split decision and an even 3-3 record for both teams. White Sox pitcher Erick Fedde praised the engaging series, noting the importance of the Sox's 3-3 record in avoiding a sweep. Both clubs won two of the three games at their respective park, with the White Sox outscoring the Cubs 33-32 in the six games. Cubs manager Joe Maddon referred to the series as a \"titanic tussle of two evenly matched teams.\" The absence of a trophy ceremony after the games is fitting, as both teams are focused on their higher aspirations. In addition to their impressive play, White Sox fans showed their enthusiasm by outshouting the Cubs fans at Wrigley Field. The season finale showcased the resilience of the young White Sox team, with rookie outfielders Sam Antonacci and Braden Montgomery making impressive defensive plays. Manager Will Venable emphasized the importance of fans' engagement, noting that their passion has grown throughout the season. With the season nearing its end, the White Sox and Cubs look forward to a potential October showdown in the World Series, providing fans with an even more memorable experience.",
  "summary": "CHICAGO — Another engaging chapter of the City Series ended Wednesday afternoon at Wrigley Field with a split decision. The White Sox avoided a sweep with a 3-0 win over the Cubs, evening the season series 3-3. “Both series, at our place and here, were fun,” Sox pitcher Erick Fedde said. “Maybe us going 3-3 helped Chicago not burn down.” Both the Cubs and White Sox won two of three at their ...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}