St. Louis Cardinals vs Chicago White Sox Predictions and Picks
It's been a tough year for both the St. Louis Cardinals (36-52) and the Chicago White Sox (38-52). But the two teams have a chance to alleviate some of their frustrations on
Game outlook
It's been a tough year for both the St. Louis Cardinals (36-52) and the Chicago White Sox (38-52). But the two teams have a chance to alleviate some of their frustrations on Saturday 7/8/2033, when they face off at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago: Miles Mikolas (ERA: 4.51) will start for the Cardinals, and Touki Toussaint (ERA: 3.95) will start for the White Sox. St. Louis is favored, opening at -124 and with the current line St. Louis -126. The first pitch is set for 2:10 PM EDT.
White Sox Face Uphill Battle in Series Against Toronto Despite Injury Issues and Struggling Offense and Rotation
The Chicago White Sox have been struggling this season, evidenced by their 24th rank in runs per game and dismal offense statistics including a walk rate of 29th, on-base percentage of 29th and batting average and slugging percentage both ranked at 22nd in the league. These struggles have been compounded by a string of injuries, as well as their underperforming rotation. The outlook is even bleaker on the mound, with Chicago ranking last in the league in ERA and not far off from the bottom in FIP and LOB%. Going into this series with Toronto, the White Sox have a serious challenge ahead, especially if they have to rely on their bullpen which has a league-worst home-run-to-fly-ball ratio.
St. Louis Cardinals Highlights
This season, the St. Louis Cardinals have seen their pitching struggle to keep their opponents off the scoreboard. Both starters and relievers have been below par in terms of performance, but they managed to leave Miami with a shutout win - a feat they hope will carry them in the remaining games. Miles Mikolas (3.86 away ERA) will lead the charge, but has lost his past six starts, totalling 6.00 ERA and 1.47 WHIP. His efforts will be backed up by an above-average offence, led by All-Star Nolan Arenado, which ranks 11th in strikeout rate, 7th in walk rate and 7th in home runs. Despite a power ranking of 27, the team is 36-52 this season.