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Detroit Tigers Favored Over Chicago White Sox in AL Central Showdown

The Detroit Tigers and the Chicago White Sox are set to begin a four game series in the AL Central. Detroit swept Chicago in their previous meeting in April. The Tigers will have Jack Flaherty on the mound with a 3.94 ERA, while the White Sox will start Jonathan Cannon with a 4.15 ERA. The game is scheduled for 7:40 PM EST. Detroit is the betting favorite with -198 odds.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Tigers -198 | White Sox +173
• Spread: Tigers -1.5 (-117) | White Sox +1.5 (-104)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Detroit will win straight-up is 66%.

Detroit vs Chicago Stats

Detroit Tigers

The Detroit Tigers recently secured three wins against the White Sox, outscoring them 18-9. This victory has expanded their lead in the AL Central to a six-game lead over the Guardians and Twins. Despite a recent loss to Kansas City, the team is still on a positive streak. Second baseman Colt Keith has been a standout player, with four home runs and 16 RBIs. Spencer Torkelson and Riley Greene have also been key contributors to the team's offensive success. Jack Flaherty will be the starting pitcher for the upcoming game, showcasing a solid 3.94 ERA and a strong strikeout to walk ratio. Ranked 4th in offense and 7th in defense, the Tigers have an impressive record of 38-21 this season.

Chicago White Sox Analysis

The Chicago White Sox have struggled in recent seasons and currently sit at the bottom of the American League with only 18 wins. They have faced tough competition, with the Orioles being the next lowest team with 21 wins. Despite a recent loss to the Orioles, player Andrew Benintendi has been a bright spot for the team, with consistent RBI production in his last five games. Miguel Vargas leads the team in home runs and RBIs, while Luis Robert Jr. has excelled on the basepaths but needs to improve his batting average. Pitcher Jonathan Cannon has a 2-6 record with a 4.15 ERA, with the team only winning one of his last four starts. The White Sox currently have a power ranking of 26 and are ranked 26th for offense, scoring an average of 3.46 runs per game, and 19th for defense, allowing an average of 4.32 runs per game. In their last three matchups, Detroit went 0-3 against Chicago.

Tigers Favored to Dominate White Sox in Divisional Matchup After Recent Struggles

The White Sox have struggled against division rival Tigers in recent games. Jack Flaherty's impressive pitching performance in his previous matchup against the White Sox demonstrates his ability to control the game. With a 72-19 strikeout to walk ratio, Flaherty effectively keeps runners off the bases. In contrast, the White Sox are coming off losses against the Orioles, lacking momentum as they face the Tigers. Considering these factors, the Tigers are poised to dominate this game and are favored to cover the runline.

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