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Rangers Seek Series Sweep Against White Sox, Look to Extend Winning Streak

The Chicago White Sox and Texas Rangers will face off in a matchup with both teams seeking to improve upon difficult seasons. The White Sox, with a 23-48 record and four consecutive losses, hold the worst record in the American League Central Division. Meanwhile, the Rangers, with a 35-36 record, are in third place in the American League West Division and have won three consecutive games. Aaron Civale will start for the White Sox with a 4.91 ERA, while Tyler Mahle will start for the Rangers with a 2.34 ERA. Texas is the favorite to win, with opening odds at -181 and current odds at -175. For predictions on the outcome of the game, visit our White Sox vs Rangers prediction. For more baseball predictions and picks, check out our Free MLB Picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: White Sox +157 | Rangers -175
• Spread: White Sox +1.5 (-135) | Rangers -1.5 (+116)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Texas will win straight-up is 64%.

Chicago vs Texas Stats

Chicago White Sox

The Chicago White Sox are experiencing a challenging season, but are hopeful that recent acquisitions, such as Aaron Civale, can help improve their performance. Civale, who was traded from the Brewers after a rough start, has struggled with a high expected opponent Slugging Percentage and hard contact from opponents. Despite this, the team has also been let down by their lineup, scoring only an average of 3.47 runs per game and struggling to drive in runs in recent games. While players like Mike Tauchman and Miguel Vargas have shown solid performances, the rest of the lineup has struggled, resulting in a low OPS+ for most batters. With a power ranking of 13, the White Sox are currently ranked 27th in offense, 19th in defense, and have a 23-48 record for the season.

Texas Rangers Analysis

The Texas Rangers are currently struggling in the early part of the season, with top prospect Kumar Rocker having a difficult time on the mound, allowing 24 runs in 23.1 innings pitched. The lineup has also been underperforming, scoring an average of 3.69 runs per game. Despite some standout performances from players like Evan Carter and Josh Smith, the majority of the lineup has struggled. With only five active batters having an OPS+ over 100, opposing pitchers have been able to take advantage of the team's top-heavy lineup. The Rangers have a power ranking of 10 and are ranked #26 for offense, #2 for defense, and currently hold a 35-36 overall record. They will need to improve both on the mound and at the plate in order to turn their season around. Additionally, the Rangers recently went 0-3 in their last three matchups against the Chicago Cubs.

Texas Rangers Look to Extend Winning Streak with Series Sweep Against White Sox

The Texas Rangers have recently achieved a three-game winning streak and aim to continue their success by securing a series sweep with a commanding performance on their home turf. With Aaron Civale, who has yielded 12 home runs in 22 innings, on the mound for the opposing team, the Rangers should have little difficulty driving in runs, as batters like Josh Smith and Evan Carter consistently make contact and deliver strong plate appearances. It is anticipated that the Rangers will effectively contain the White Sox lineup, which typically averages only 3.47 runs per game. To secure victory, it is crucial for pitcher Kumar Rocker to deliver solid innings before handing the ball over to the bullpen with a lead. Ultimately, the Rangers are well-positioned to emerge victorious and cover the spread with a dominant performance at home.

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