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White Sox Snap Cubs with Murakami’s Power in 8‑3 Crosstown Win
Chicago White Sox Baseball Club secured an 8‑3 victory over the rival Cubs on Saturday, May 16, 2026, powered by a two‑home‑run performance from Munetaka Murakami. The slugger drove in three runs, including a solo shot in the third and a two‑run blast in the fifth, marking his 17th homer of the season. Starting pitcher Davis Martin delivered six innings of one‑run ball, striking out seven, as the team improved to 6‑2 on its nine‑game homestand and maintained positive momentum within American League Central standings.