Frequently Asked Questions
Who was named the best catcher on the 2022 All-Chicago City Baseball Team?
Willson Contreras of the Cubs earned the catcher spot on the All-City team. His .865 OPS leads all major league catchers, making him a dominant force in Chicago's lineup in 2022.
Why didn't any second baseman make the 2022 All-Chicago City Baseball Team?
Both the Cubs and White Sox had struggling second basemen in 2022, with no one putting up strong enough numbers to earn the honor. Players like Nick Madrigal, Jonathan Villar, Leury Garcia, and Josh Harrison all posted weak slash lines, so the position was left off the All-City team entirely.
How were the Cubs and White Sox performing heading into their 2022 city series?
The White Sox were 22-21, sitting 4.5 games back of the division-leading Minnesota Twins, while the Cubs were a disappointing 18-25 and 9.5 games behind the first-place Milwaukee Brewers. It had been a rough start to the 2022 season for both Chicago clubs.
Who did the Cubs and White Sox start in their 2022 crosstown series?
The Cubs were lined up to start Wade Miley and Drew Smyly, while the White Sox countered with Johnny Cueto and Dylan Cease. Cease is a former Cubs minor leaguer who made his way to the south side.
Why did Ian Happ get the left field spot over any White Sox player on the 2022 All-City team?
Eloy Jimenez, the White Sox's primary left fielder, had been out for a month with a torn hamstring, leaving A.J. Pollock and Andrew Vaughn as the main options. Happ edged them out with a .828 OPS, which led all MLB left fielders at the time.