The White Sox crushed the Cubs 12-5 on July 26, 2025, as rookie Edgar Quero's 4-hit night fueled a season-high offensive explosion in the Crosstown Classic.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
Forget the rebuild for a night. On Saturday at Rate Field, the Chicago White Sox weren't just playing for the future; they were playing for city bragging rights, and they took them in spectacular fashion. In a stunning display of offensive firepower, the Sox dismantled the Chicago Cubs 12-5, setting season highs in runs and hits and reminding everyone what Crosstown Classic magic feels like on the South Side.
Rookie catcher Edgar Quero notched his first career four-hit game, sparking the White Sox offense and offering a tantalizing glimpse of the future.
The bats came alive in a way we haven't seen all year. The White Sox put up a dozen runs on a season-high 18 hits, chasing Cubs starter Shota Imanaga after just three innings where he was tagged for seven runs. The power was on full display with four different players going deep: Chase Meidroth, Colson Montgomery, Austin Slater, and Mike Tauchman. It was a true team effort, with Miguel Vargas chipping in three hits and Lenyn Sosa driving in three crucial runs. This wasn't just a win; it was an offensive declaration.
While the whole lineup contributed, the undisputed star of the show was rookie catcher Edgar Quero. The 22-year-old phenom recorded his first-ever four-hit game, a mix of hard-hit singles and a double that consistently put pressure on the Cubs. Every time he stepped to the plate, it felt like something special was about to happen. It's performances like these that make the pains of a rebuild worthwhile, and the team's social media accounts were rightfully buzzing, celebrating the catcher's star turn. This is the kind of breakout game that can change the trajectory of a young player's season.
Amidst the offensive fireworks, veteran pitcher Adrian Houser delivered a strong and steady performance to earn his sixth win. He went 6 2/3 innings, and while he gave up a three-run homer to Reese McGuire, he otherwise kept the Cubs lineup in check. On a quieter note, the front office remained silent. There were no trades, roster moves, or injury updates to report, a sign of stability as the team enjoys its best stretch of the season, now winning six of its last seven games. Even with key pitchers still on the injured list for the season, the current group is finding a way to win.
This wasn't just one win; it was a statement. Beating your rival is always sweet, but doing it with a season-best offensive explosion led by a rising rookie star feels different. As the Sox look to clinch the series against the Cubs, the question is no longer just about the future. After a night like this, fans are starting to get excited about the present, too.
