Guardians vs. White Sox: Can Cleveland Keep the Momentum Going?
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The Cleveland Guardians are heading to Chicago to face the White Sox in a four-game series that kicks off Thursday night. After a shaky patch, the Guardians are looking to build on their recent success, while the White Sox aim to gain ground at home.
Guardians Look to Extend Winning Streak
Cleveland (43-48) is coming off an impressive three-game sweep of the Houston Astros, a much-needed victory after a ten-game losing streak. They previously swept the White Sox at home in April, showcasing their potential against their AL Central rivals. Steven Kwan has been a standout performer against the White Sox, hitting .364 with a homer and four RBIs this year.
White Sox Seek to Capitalize at Home
The White Sox (31-62) managed to avoid a sweep against the Toronto Blue Jays with a narrow 2-1 victory on Wednesday. They'll be looking to carry that momentum into this series against the Guardians. While some White Sox players have shown promise against Cleveland, consistency has been an issue for the team.
Pitching Matchups
Here's a look at the probable starting pitchers for the series:
- Thursday: LHP Logan Allen (5-7, 4.07 ERA) vs. RHP Jonathan Cannon (3-7, 4.90 ERA)
- Friday: RHP Gavin Williams (5-4, 3.61 ERA) vs. RHP Shane Smith (3-7, 4.20 ERA)
- Saturday: RHP Tanner Bibee (4-9, 4.35 ERA) vs. RHP Sean Burke (4-8, 4.40 ERA)
- Sunday: LHP Joey Cantillo (1-0, 3.79 ERA) vs. RHP Aaron Civale (1-6, 5.17 ERA)
The series promises intriguing matchups, with both teams hoping their starters can deliver quality performances.
Odds and Predictions
As of Thursday, the Guardians are favored to win the first game with a moneyline of -136 compared to the White Sox's +115. The spread is set at Guardians -1.5. Baseball analysts anticipate a competitive series, with pitching and timely hitting being key factors.
Will the Guardians continue their resurgence, or will the White Sox defend their home turf? Tune in to find out!