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Chicago White Sox Favored to Win Series with Top Pitcher Sean Burke Leading the Charge

In the second game of a three-game series in the AL Central, the Cleveland Guardians (59-55) will face off against the Chicago White Sox (42-73) on Saturday. Cleveland currently leads the season series 3-1. Joey Cantillo will start for Cleveland, with Sean Burke taking the mound for Chicago. The game is set to start at 7:10 EST. Read on for our prediction and stay updated on all of our winning picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Guardians -136 | White Sox +117
• Spread: Guardians -1.5 (+122) | White Sox +1.5 (-145)
• Total: Over/Under 8.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 58%.

Cleveland Guardians

In the American League playoff race, the Cleveland Guardians are currently second in the AL Central, trailing the Tigers by six games. However, they are also just 1.5 games out of the final Wild Card spot. Recently, the Guardians swept the Mets in New York, with Angel Martinez hitting a two-run homer in the third inning of their last game. Martinez, in his second season in the league, has 10 home runs and 40 RBIs with a .234 batting average. Jose Ramirez leads the team in offensive categories, with 23 home runs, 61 RBIs, 32 stolen bases, and a .296 batting average. Kyle Manzardo is another power hitter with 18 home runs and 49 RBIs on the season. Joey Cantillo will make his seventh start of the season, with a 4.37 ERA and a 72-30 strikeout to walk ratio. In his last start, Cantillo pitched 5.2 innings and gave up four earned runs in a loss to the Twins.

Chicago White Sox

The Chicago White Sox recently completed a disappointing West Coast road trip, losing their last game against the Angels in Los Angeles and all three games in Seattle. Despite still being in contention for a playoff spot, the White Sox are facing elimination soon, being 19 games out of the final Wild Card spot and holding the worst record in the American League. In their last game against Seattle, the White Sox suffered a 4-3 loss in the bottom of the 11th inning on a walk-off single. Leadoff hitter Mike Tauchman went 0-5 in the game, and despite his season stats of eight home runs, 31 RBIs, and a .279 batting average, he has been struggling recently. Second baseman Lenyn Sosa, with a .277 batting average, has been a bright spot for the team with 13 home runs and 45 RBIs. Sean Burke, the team's most utilized starting pitcher, will make his 19th start of the season with a 4-8 record and a 4.23 ERA. Despite a strong performance with 100 strikeouts, the team has only won one of his last five starts. Most recently, Burke pitched five innings and conceded three runs in a loss to the Angels.

Chicago White Sox Favored to Win Series with Top Pitcher Sean Burke Leading the Charge

This game presents a favorable opportunity for the Chicago team to secure a victory in this series. According to the odds makers, the White Sox are considered slight underdogs in this matchup. Sean Burke, the top pitcher for the Sox, holds a significant advantage with 14 additional innings pitched compared to his teammates. With a lower ERA and more extensive experience on the mound, Burke is poised for success. In contrast, Cantillo, who primarily served as a reliever this season, lacks the experience and consistency of a full-time starter. Cantillo has shown vulnerability in recent starts, giving up three or more earned runs in four out of his last five games. With these factors in mind, it is recommended to place your bet on the White Sox to secure a win on their home turf.

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