Mike Tauchman made history in the Crosstown Classic by hitting a two-run homer off Chris Flexen, becoming the first player to homer against a former team after switching sides in the Cubs-White Sox rivalry. This marked the first home run ever hit by an ex-Cubs player off an ex-White Sox player. Tauchman has had a successful tenure with the White Sox, having significantly improved his performance since playing for the Cubs. Conversely, Flexen struggled during his time with the White Sox, making Tauchman's achievement a notable highlight in the rivalry.
Mike Tauchman made Crosstown Classic history by homering against Chris Flexen, becoming the first player to switch sides and achieve this feat in the rivalry.
This was the first home run ever hit by an ex-Cubs batter off an ex-White Sox pitcher in a matchup of the two Chicago teams.
Tauchman restored his career with the Cubs and has since thrived with the White Sox, boasting a .832 OPS and .315 average with runners in scoring position.
Despite Chris Flexen’s struggles on the White Sox, where he had a 4.95 ERA and a historically tough season, Tauchman capitalized on the opportunity.
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