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Cardinals and White Sox Set to Clash in Mid-Week Pitching Showdown - Who Will Come Out on Top?

The St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago White Sox are set to face off in a mid-week clash on Tuesday, June 17. The Cardinals, sitting at 37-35 and just a few games back of the wild card, look to bounce back from a recent string of losses. On the other hand, the White Sox, with a league-worst record of 23-49, aim to break their five-game losing streak. Matthew Liberatore and Shane Smith are set to start as pitchers for the Cardinals and White Sox, respectively. The Cardinals are favored to win, opening at -150 with the current line at -148. The game is scheduled to begin at 7:40 P.M. EST.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cardinals -148 | White Sox +134
• Spread: Cardinals -1.5 (+110) | White Sox +1.5 (-130)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that St. Louis will win straight-up is 60%.

St. Louis vs Chicago Stats

St. Louis Cardinals

The St. Louis Cardinals are currently in third place in the National League Central Division with an overall record of 37-35. They are seven games back of the Cubs for first place in the division, and three games back of the Padres for a place in the wild card. The team has struggled on the road, with a record of 15-21 when playing away games. Despite their recent losing streak, the Cardinals have shown strong offensive capabilities, ranking fourth in batting average this season. Their upcoming game against the White Sox will feature Matthew Liberatore on the mound, who has a 4.17 ERA in 13 starts this year. In terms of power rankings, the Cardinals are ranked 26th with a strong offense scoring an average of 4.59 runs per game, but a defense that allows an average of 4.32 points to be scored against them per game.

Chicago White Sox Analysis

The Chicago White Sox are currently struggling this season with a record of 23-49, placing them in last in the American League Central Division. They have a 16-18 home record and are eight games ahead of the Rockies for the worst record in the sport. The team has lost five straight games and six of their last seven outings. In their most recent game, they lost 2-1 to the Rangers with Miguel Vargas hitting a solo home run for their only run. Sean Burke will be starting for the White Sox in the upcoming game, holding a record of 3-7 with a 4.71 ERA. Overall, the White Sox have struggled offensively with a .222 batting average, ranking last in the league, and have hit the third fewest home runs. They have a power ranking of 21 and are ranked 27th in offense, scoring an average of 3.48 runs per game. The team also ranks 20th in defense, giving up an average of 4.34 points per game. The White Sox recently went 1-2 in their last 3 matchups against St. Louis.

Cardinals and White Sox Face Off in Pitching Showdown

Both the Cardinals and the White Sox have experienced a recent downturn in performance over the past few weeks. The White Sox are currently on a five-game losing streak, while the Cardinals have lost seven of their last eight games. The outcome of Tuesday's game will likely be determined by strong pitching performances. Despite struggling on the road, White Sox starter Sean Burke has shown promise with a 3.68 ERA at home. It will be crucial for him to pitch deep into the game to give his team a chance to win. On the other hand, Cardinals' starter Matthew Liberatore has struggled on the road with a 4.45 ERA, resulting in a 5-8 record when he starts. Given the Cardinals' recent pitching and hitting woes, the White Sox are poised to capitalize on this opportunity despite their current ranking in the American League. Betting on the White Sox to cover may be a wise choice.

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