It’s Thursday, July 10 and the Guardians (43-48) are in Chicago to take on the White Sox (31-62). Logan Allen is slated to take the mound for Cleveland against Jonathan Cannon for Chicago. The White Sox and Guardians meet for a four-game series before the All-Star break.

MLB trade deadline came, Chicago White Sox outfielder Luis Robert Jr was expected to be one of the most coveted options available. However, between a recent injury and poor play, Robert’s trade luster is starting to fade.

Matt Shaw’s offensive struggles prompted manager Craig Counsell to start Jon Berti at third base Wednesday in the Chicago Cubs’ 4-2 loss.

With plans to acquire a starting pitcher prior to the trade deadline, the Chicago Cubs are reportedly keeping an eye on a half-season rental from Boston.

Colson Montgomery traveled a bumpy road from top prospect to the major leagues. The young shortstop was joined on the journey by the Chicago White Sox.

After the death of former closer Bobby Jenks, the Chicago White Sox will honor him on their home field for the rest of the season.

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The promotions this year of Kyle Teel and Colson Montgomery mean it's time for the Sox to stock up on blue-chip batting prospects.