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Kelly's Clutch Hits Power Cubs Past White Sox
16 May
Summary
- Carson Kelly drove in four runs, including the go-ahead single.
- The Cubs ended the White Sox's five-game winning streak.
- The White Sox saw home runs from Kelenic, Montgomery, and Vargas.
The Chicago Cubs halted the White Sox's five-game winning streak with a decisive 10-5 victory on Friday night. Carson Kelly proved instrumental, contributing four RBIs, including the crucial go-ahead single in the seventh inning that broke a 4-4 tie.
The Cubs' offense was potent throughout the game, accumulating 14 hits. Seiya Suzuki ended an 0-for-17 slump with a key RBI single, helping establish an early 4-1 lead. The White Sox attempted a comeback, with home runs from Jarred Kelenic, Colson Montgomery, and Miguel Vargas, but could not overcome the Cubs' consistent scoring.
Trent Thornton earned the win for the Cubs with two perfect innings of relief. The victory marked a significant win for the Cubs against their crosstown rivals. Saturday's matchup features Jameson Taillon for the Cubs against Davis Martin for the White Sox.
