Overview
- The White Sox won 8-7 in extra innings on a two-run homer at Guaranteed Rate Field to take two of three from the Cubs.
- The Cubs opened the series with a 10-5 win that drew a full house at the South Side ballpark.
- Summer-like heat pushed temperatures into the 80s, and forecasters said any late-day showers should have little impact on evening plans.
- Bruno Mars performed at Soldier Field on the first night of a two-show run, with a second concert scheduled the following night.
- ABC7 Chicago streamed updates around the clock with event schedules and on-the-ground coverage.