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Chicago White Sox Prepares to Face San Diego Padres in Three-Game Series as Underdogs

The Chicago White Sox (36-117) are gearing up to face the San Diego Padres (87-66) in a three-game series starting on Friday at 8:40 PM CST. The Padres are coming off a strong 4-0 win against the Astros, while the White Sox suffered a close 4-3 loss to the Angels. Garrett Crochet and Joe Musgrove will be the starting pitchers for their respective teams. Fans can catch the action on NBCSCH as both teams look to finish their seasons on a high note. San Diego is the favorite to win, opening at -229 with the current line at San Diego -254.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: White Sox +224 | Padres -254
• Spread: White Sox +1.5 (-104) | Padres -1.5 (-115)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Diego will win straight-up is 72%.

Chicago vs San Diego Stats

Chicago White Sox

On Wednesday, September 18th, the Chicago White Sox faced a 4-3 defeat against the Los Angeles Angles. Jared Shuster pitched exceptionally well for 3 innings, allowing only 1 hit, while Gus Varland and Prelander Berroa also performed admirably with 2 scoreless innings each. Offensively, Andrew Vaughn hit a home run, Lenyn Sosa had a 2 for 4 game, and Andrew Benintendi contributed 1 hit and 1 RBI. Despite their efforts, the White Sox were unable to secure a victory. Garrett Crochet will be starting against the Padres, boasting impressive stats throughout his career. With a power ranking of 30, the White Sox are currently struggling this season, ranking 30th in offense, 28th in defense, and holding a 36-117 record.

San Diego Padres Analysis

Dylan Cease delivered an impressive pitching performance for the Padres in their recent game against the Astros, leading the team to a 4-0 victory. Offensively, Manny Machado and Fernando Tatis Jr. contributed to the win. Joe Musgrove is set to start Game 1 for the Padres in their upcoming series against the White Sox, aiming to leverage his experience and improve his season stats. The Padres currently have a power ranking of 6 and rank #8 for offense, #11 for defense, and have an overall record of 87-66. The Chicago White Sox have won their last 3 matchups against San Diego.

Contrasting Performances: White Sox Struggle While Padres Thrive in Playoff Race

The Chicago White Sox are currently positioned in 5th place in the American League Central division, holding a record of 36-117. They have been facing notable challenges in both offense and defense, as evidenced by their team statistics. The White Sox are averaging 3.09 runs and 7.36 hits per game, with a team batting average of .222 and an on-base percentage of .279. Their run differential of -313 illustrates the significant struggles they have encountered this season. Opponents have been scoring an average of 5.14 runs and 8.73 hits per game against them, with a batting average of .257 and an on-base percentage of .338. Despite covering the run line in their previous game, the White Sox have only managed to do so in 6 of their last 18 games, underscoring the ongoing challenges they face.

Conversely, the San Diego Padres currently hold the 2nd place position in the National League West Division, sporting a record of 87-66. Their performance has been characterized by offensive strength and solid pitching, with the team averaging 4.75 runs and 9.06 hits per game. The Padres have a team batting average of .265 and an on-base percentage of .327, resulting in a positive run differential of +90. Opponents are scoring an average of 4.16 runs and achieving 8.03 hits per game against them, with a batting average of .239 and an on-base percentage of .304. The Padres have a run line record of 78-75 this season, covering the run line in 5 of their last 8 games. As the Padres continue to contend for a postseason spot, many astute bettors are showing support for the team in this crucial late-season matchup.

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