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Tampa Bay Rays Favored to Win Against Struggling Chicago White Sox on Friday Night

The Tampa Bay Rays will face off against the Chicago White Sox in the first game of a three-game series on Friday evening. With Zach Eflin starting on the mound for the Rays and Chris Flexen for the White Sox, Tampa Bay is the betting favorite. The Rays had a successful record against the White Sox last season, going 6-1.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Rays -216 | White Sox +193
• Spread: Rays -1.5 (-130) | White Sox +1.5 (+112)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 68%.

Tampa Bay vs Chicago Stats

Tampa Bay Rays

The Tampa Bay Rays will have Zach Eflin starting the series, with Eflin showing strong performances in his recent outings despite a slow start to the season. The team has struggled in road games recently, dropping matches against the Yankees and Detroit. Despite some key hitters slumping, outfielder Amed Rosario has been a standout performer. The team's offense and pitching staff are currently ranked 21st and 24th, respectively. The Rays have a record of 13-13 this season and are still in contention for a playoff spot.

Chicago White Sox Analysis

The Chicago White Sox are set to start Chris Flexen on Friday evening, as he looks to improve his performance after struggling as a starter but showing promise out of the bullpen. The team is facing a challenging season with injuries impacting key players like Yoan Moncada and Luis Robert. Despite the struggles, Gavin Sheets has been a bright spot offensively, hitting three home runs with 10 RBIs. The White Sox have yet to win a series and are currently ranked last in offense, scoring an average of only 2.30 runs per game. On the other hand, their pitching staff ranks 29th with a 5.57 ERA. The team will face Tampa Bay, who has a 1-2 record in their last three matchups against Chicago. For sports betting enthusiasts, there are various opportunities and sportsbook promos to explore.

Tampa Bay Rays Look to Capitalize on Matchup Against Struggling Chicago White Sox

The Tampa Bay Rays will have an opportunity to showcase their strengths and improve their performance against the struggling Chicago White Sox, who have faced numerous defeats in recent games, potentially leading to a high number of losses this season. Veteran pitcher Zach Eflin will be taking the mound for the Rays, demonstrating dominance in his recent performances with an impressive 12.1 scoreless innings, including a standout game against the Yankees. Eflin has consistently limited opposing teams to zero or one run in the majority of his recent outings. On the other hand, Chicago's Chris Flexen has struggled in his three starts this season, conceding a total of 13 runs in just 13.1 innings despite showing promise as a reliever. This matchup presents a favorable opportunity for the Tampa Bay Rays to secure a victory and build confidence in their abilities.

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