What happened: MLB insider Jon Heyman joined Chicago’s 670 The Score on Tuesday to discuss the contrasting paths of the city's two ballclubs. He highlighted the overachieving White Sox as a surprise success story while noting the Cubs have struggled to stay afloat in the National League.
Why it matters: The White Sox (34-31) have emerged as a surprise contender, sitting just 2.0 games back in the AL Central and holding a Wild Card spot. Conversely, the Cubs (34-32) have lost 19 of their last 26 games, falling 6.5 games behind the Brewers in the NL Central despite a winning record.
By the numbers: The White Sox (34-31) sit 2.0 games behind Cleveland in the AL Central with a five-game home winning streak. The Cubs (34-32) have won just seven games since mid-May and trail Milwaukee by 6.5 games.
What to watch: The White Sox host the league-leading Braves tonight, while the Cubs travel to Colorado to face the Rockies.