White Sox match 2nd-worst start in franchise history — and why Cubs closer's numbers are concerning
Sports Thursday, May 8, 2025 | | |
| | | | | Good morning, Chicago. Chicago Stars striker Mallory Swanson and her husband, Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson, announced in a joint Instagram post that they’re expecting their first child. Mallory Swanson hasn’t played this season after the Stars released a statement Jan. 27 that she wouldn’t be participating in training camp for “personal reasons.” In that same statement, Swanson thanked the National Women’s Soccer League club and its fans “for their understanding during this
time.” A top striker for the U.S. women’s national team, Swanson rose to new heights last summer in Paris when she scored the only goal in the Olympic final against Brazil to power the Americans to their fifth gold medal. Since making her senior team debut at 17, she has netted 38 goals for the U.S. team. Stay connected with us all day: Sign up for our newsletters to get the latest news in your inbox. And you can follow us on social media: X, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Not a Tribune subscriber? Here's our latest offer. | | | | The NFL will unveil the 2025 schedule next week — and we’re offering suggestions to make the Chicago Bears slate more compelling. | | | | | Who will the Chicago Cubs start in place of the injured Shota Imanaga this weekend in New York? And Miguel Vargas has reached base in 14 straight games for the White Sox. | | | | | Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 8, according to the Tribune’s archives. | | | | | The Chicago Sky’s preseason game showcased an important mix of potential and points of growth as they develop around their young stars. | | | | | The Chicago White Sox staged a late rally, but came up short in a 2-1 loss to the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday. | | | | | The Chicago Cubs lost 3-1 to the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday at Wrigley Field, but there was still no indication of a decision on Cade Horton. | | | | | Ryan Pressly’s 8.1% strikeout rate is the second-worst among 190 qualified relievers. What are the Chicago Cubs doing to get the veteran on track? | | | | | Defensive highs and lows were on display for the Chicago White Sox in Tuesday’s loss to the Kansas City Royals. Here’s a closer look at the club’s fielding. | | | |
