The Chicago White Sox (73-70) face the Cleveland Guardians (76-65) in a crucial AL Central matchup at Progressive Field. First pitch is at 1:10 p.m.

Game Preview:

• White Sox (-154) enter after splitting with Colorado, losing 3-0 in their last game
• Guardians (+135) come in hot after sweeping the Angels, winning 5-3 yesterday
• Run line: Cleveland +1.5 (-129)
• Over/Under: 7.5 runs

Pitching Matchup:

• White Sox: Lance Lynn (6-5, 4.07 ERA)

  • Last 3 starts: 3-0, 1 ER in 20 innings
  • 107 strikeouts in 97.1 innings this season

• Guardians: Hunter Gaddis (0-1, 21.60 ERA)

  • Only MLB start: 3.1 IP, 8 runs vs. Houston
  • Looking to bounce back after rough debut

Key Stats:

• White Sox trail Guardians by 4 games in AL Central
• Guardians have won 6 straight games
• Jose Ramirez vs Lynn: .385, 4 HR, 8 RBI in 26 ABs
• Elvis Andrus last 2 weeks: .356, 5 HR, 16 RBI

Analysis: With 19 games remaining, this is a must-win for Chicago's division hopes. Lynn's recent dominance gives the White Sox an edge, but Cleveland's hot streak and Ramirez's success against Lynn keep this interesting. The inexperienced Gaddis will need to limit damage to give the Guardians a chance at their 7th straight win.

Note: This is an important divisional matchup that could significantly impact the AL Central race.

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