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Tampa Bay Rays Poised for Playoff Push as They Take on Chicago White Sox in Upcoming Series

This content provides a preview of an upcoming baseball series between the Chicago White Sox and the Tampa Bay Rays. The White Sox are coming off a successful series sweep against the Pirates, while the Rays missed the opportunity to sweep the Orioles. Last season, the White Sox won the season series against the Rays. Stay tuned for our prediction on the outcome of the upcoming three-game series between these two teams.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: White Sox +170 | Rays -205
• Spread: White Sox +1.5 (-115) | Rays -1.5 (-105)
• Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 67%.

Chicago White Sox

The Chicago White Sox defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates in a three-game series, scoring a total of 27 runs and culminating in a victory on Sunday. Despite this success, the White Sox are currently at the bottom of the AL Central, trailing the Tigers by 24.5 games. In the Sunday game, Chicago scored four runs in the first inning and went on to win with a total of 10 hits, including home runs by Mark Tauchman and Miguel Vargas. Pitcher Aaron Civale earned the win by allowing just one unearned run in six innings. Sean Burke is set to start for the White Sox in his 20th appearance of the season, with a record of 4-8 and a 4.36 ERA. In his last three outings, Burke has a 0-1 record with a 5.06 ERA. This will be Burke's first time pitching against the Rays and his first career game at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

Tampa Bay Rays

Tampa Bay missed an opportunity to sweep the last-place Orioles in the finale of their set on Sunday. Despite the loss, the Rays are currently in fourth place in the AL East, 6.5 games behind the Blue Jays for the top spot and 1.5 games behind Boston for the final wild card position. In the game against Baltimore, Tampa Bay finished with seven hits, with Yandy Diaz and Junior Caminero each recording a pair. Ryan Pepiot took the loss, allowing five runs over six innings of work. Shane Baz will make his 20th start of the season, currently holding an 8-5 record with a 4.17 ERA. In his last three starts, Baz has a 3.26 ERA with 21 strikeouts. This will be his first time pitching against the White Sox and his 11th career start at George M. Steinbrenner Field.

Tampa Bay Rays Poised for Playoff Push as White Sox Struggle Below .500

Both teams had successful opening series following the All-Star break. However, the White Sox remain significantly below .500 for the season, placing them well outside of playoff contention. In contrast, Tampa Bay is currently within 1.5 games of the final wild card spot in the American League, making them a strong contender. Despite a recent string of losses, Baz has shown promise and was hindered by a lack of run support in his last game against Boston before the break. With the Rays playing at home, they are expected to excel offensively and secure a victory in this matchup.

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