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Cubs vs White Sox Pitching Probables, Broadcast Info, Injury Report

The Cubs and White Sox face off in a pivotal series with playoff implications for both teams.

By · Published August 17, 2026 at 18:29 UTC · Updated August 17, 2026 at 19:24 UTC

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What happened

The Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox are set to play a crucial series. The White Sox may need to call up players from their minor league affiliates to bolster their roster. The Cubs and White Sox have not faced each other in the World Series since 1906. The last time they met in the postseason was in 2008. The series is significant for both teams.

The White Sox are looking to secure a playoff spot, while the Cubs are aiming to maintain their lead in the division. The series will feature a matchup of probable pitchers, with the White Sox potentially relying on minor league reinforcements. The Cubs are expected to field their usual starting rotation. The series is complicated by injuries. The White Sox may need to rely on minor league players due to injuries and fatigue.

The Cubs, meanwhile, have a relatively healthy roster. The series will be broadcast on national television, with details available from Bleacher Nation. The White Sox are hoping to pull off an upset against their crosstown rivals.

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Questions people are asking

What are the stakes for the Cubs and White Sox in this series?

The White Sox are fighting for a playoff spot, while the Cubs are aiming to maintain their division lead.

Who are the probable pitchers for the series?

The probable pitchers have not been specified. The White Sox may need to call up minor league players.

When was the last time the Cubs and White Sox met in the postseason?

The last time the Cubs and White Sox met in the postseason was in 2008.

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Chicago Cubs Chicago White Sox MLB Baseball Playoffs

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