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Last updated: Wed 19 Aug 2026 09:22
Momentum heavily favors the Chicago Cubs as they aim to complete a sweep of the White Sox in the Crosstown Classic. The Cubs have taken the first two games and have won 8 of their last 11 at home, while the White Sox struggle on the road. Key player Pete Crow-Armstrong has stood out, giving the Cubs an offensive edge. With starting pitcher Clay Holmes also in good form, the recommendation is to back the Cubs on the moneyline and consider the under on total runs for value.
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  • Cubs have won first 2 games and are favoured to complete sweep over White Sox
  • Cubs boast strong home form and have star performances from Pete Crow-Armstrong
  • Recommendation: Bet Cubs on Moneyline and under 8.5 total runs
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The Cubs are tipped to complete a series sweep of the White Sox in the Crosstown Classic.

Starter Clay Holmes has been in good form across the season, despite a mixed record, while star man Pete Crow-Armstrong has been lighting up the Sox pitchers in this series.

Key Numbers – Can Cubs Complete Series Sweep?

  • Chicago Cubs have won the first 2 games of this series
  • Chicago Cubs have won 8 of their previous 11 home games
  • Chicago White Sox have lost 6 of their last 10 road games
  • The two starting pitchers have a combined ERA of 5.07

Cubs Lead All-Time Head-To-Head; Won Last Meeting

  • Chicago Cubs lead the all-time series 83-80
  • Chicago Cubs won 4-3 when the two teams last met on August 18

Chicago White Sox Form – Last 10 Games

Chicago White Sox go into the final game of this series having now lost back-to-back games, but having won six of the last 10 overall.

DateOppositionW/LScore
Aug-08 vs Cleveland Guardians W 6-3
Aug-09 vs Cleveland Guardians W 5-3
Aug-11 vs Cincinnati Reds L 4-5
Aug-12 vs Cincinnati Reds W 5-0
Aug-13 vs Cincinnati Reds L 8-9
Aug-14 at Detroit Tigers W 9-5
Aug-15 at Detroit Tigers W 4-3
Aug-16 at Detroit Tigers W 7-5
Aug-17 at Chicago Cubs L 5-7 W/O
Aug-18 at Chicago Cubs L 3-4 W/O

Chicago Cubs Form – Last 10 Games

Chicago Cubs enter this matchup having won the first two games of the series, and having now won six of their previous nine games.

DateOppositionW/LScore
Aug-08 at Kansas City Royals L 3-6
Aug-09 at Kansas City Royals W 10-2
Aug-11 at Washington Nationals W 8-6
Aug-12 at Washington Nationals W 12-6
Aug-13 at Washington Nationals L 0-7
Aug-14 vs St Louis Cardinals W 3-0
Aug-15 vs St Louis Cardinals L 4-8
Aug-16 vs St Louis Cardinals L 4-11
Aug-17 vs Chicago White Sox W 7-5 W/O
Aug-18 vs Chicago White Sox W 4-3 W/O

Starting Pitchers

PlayerTeamRecordERAStrikeoutsInnings
Sean Newcomb Chicago White Sox 1-3 2.51 64 68.0
Clay Holmes Chicago Cubs 5-5 2.56 49 62.2

Verdict

Momentum is firmly with the Cubs after back-to-back wins, and they can complete the sweep here.

Not only do the hosts have the pitching advantage in this one, but PCA has been a nightmare for the Sox to deal with through two games.

Best Bet2: Under 8.5 Total Runs @8/11 at bet365 - 2 Units
Best Bet1: Chicago Cubs Win Moneyline @7/10 at dabble - 4 Units
Under 8.5
Total Runs
@8/11 - 2 Units

Bet at bet365
Chicago Cubs Win
Moneyline
@7/10 - 4 Units

Bet at dabble
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During his career he has covered some of the biggest sporting events on the planet, including the Super Bowl, the Champions League Final and the World Cup Final. He has also covered almost every major boxing match and UFC fight card during this time.. His specialist sports are American Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts and Football.


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