Introduction to the Series
The Chicago White Sox are currently leading the series 1-0 against the Los Angeles Angels. The White Sox, with a record of 41-69, are fifth in the AL Central, while the Angels, with a record of 53-57, are fourth in the AL West.
Upcoming Game Details
The next game is scheduled to take place in Anaheim, California, on Saturday at 10:07 p.m. EDT. The pitching probables for the game are Aaron Civale for the White Sox and Kyle Hendricks for the Angels. Civale has a 2-6 record with a 4.38 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, and 48 strikeouts, while Hendricks has a 6-7 record with a 4.72 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, and 70 strikeouts.
Betting Odds and Team Performance
The BetMGM Sportsbook line for the game is Angels -155, White Sox +129, with an over/under of 9 runs. The Angels have a 28-27 record at home and a 53-57 record overall. They have a 27-17 record in games where they hit at least two home runs. The White Sox have a 41-69 record overall and a 17-37 record in road games. Their pitchers have a collective 4.09 ERA, which ranks 10th in the AL.
Season Series and Recent Performance
The teams have played each other four times this season, with the season series tied 2-2. In their last 10 games, the Angels have a 4-6 record, with a .208 batting average and a 4.04 ERA, while being outscored by eight runs. The White Sox have a 6-4 record in their last 10 games, with a .289 batting average and a 4.15 ERA, outscoring their opponents by 17 runs.
Top Performers and Injuries
Taylor Ward has been a top performer for the Angels, with 25 doubles, two triples, and 25 home runs. Nolan Schanuel has also been performing well, going 14 for 39 with three doubles and a home run over the past 10 games. For the White Sox, Miguel Vargas has 25 doubles, two triples, and 13 home runs, while hitting .229. Colson Montgomery is 10 for 40 with a double and six home runs over the last 10 games. The Angels have several players on the injured list, including Mike Trout, Chris Taylor, and Jorge Soler. The White Sox also have several players on the injured list, including Chase Meidroth, Prelander Berroa, and Tim Elko.
Conclusion
The White Sox are currently leading the series 1-0, but the Angels are looking to even the series with a win on Saturday. With both teams having their share of injuries and inconsistent performance, it’s hard to predict the outcome of the game. However, the Angels’ strong home record and the White Sox’s struggles on the road make them the favorites to win.
FAQs
Q: What is the current series score between the White Sox and the Angels?
A: The White Sox are leading the series 1-0.
Q: Who are the pitching probables for the next game?
A: Aaron Civale for the White Sox and Kyle Hendricks for the Angels.
Q: What is the BetMGM Sportsbook line for the game?
A: Angels -155, White Sox +129, with an over/under of 9 runs.
Q: How have the Angels performed at home this season?
A: The Angels have a 28-27 record at home.
Q: Who are some of the top performers for the Angels and the White Sox?
A: Taylor Ward and Nolan Schanuel for the Angels, and Miguel Vargas and Colson Montgomery for the White Sox.
Chicago White Sox (41-69, fifth in the AL Central) vs. Los Angeles Angels (53-57, fourth in the AL West)
Anaheim, California; Saturday, 10:07 p.m. EDT
PITCHING PROBABLES: White Sox: Aaron Civale (2-6, 4.38 ERA, 1.33 WHIP, 48 strikeouts); Angels: Kyle Hendricks (6-7, 4.72 ERA, 1.25 WHIP, 70 strikeouts)
BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Angels -155, White Sox +129; over/under is 9 runs
BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago White Sox lead 1-0 in a three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels.
Los Angeles has gone 28-27 at home and 53-57 overall. The Angels have a 27-17 record in games when they hit at least two home runs.
Chicago has a 41-69 record overall and a 17-37 record in road games. White Sox pitchers have a collective 4.09 ERA, which ranks 10th in the AL.
The teams play Saturday for the fifth time this season. The season series is tied 2-2.
TOP PERFORMERS: Taylor Ward has 25 doubles, two triples and 25 home runs for the Angels. Nolan Schanuel is 14 for 39 with three doubles and a home run over the past 10 games.
Miguel Vargas has 25 doubles, two triples and 13 home runs while hitting .229 for the White Sox. Colson Montgomery is 10 for 40 with a double and six home runs over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Angels: 4-6, .208 batting average, 4.04 ERA, outscored by eight runs
White Sox: 6-4, .289 batting average, 4.15 ERA, outscored opponents by 17 runs
INJURIES: Angels: Mike Trout: day-to-day (illness), Chris Taylor: 10-Day IL (hand), Jorge Soler: 10-Day IL (back), Robert Stephenson: 60-Day IL (biceps), Hunter Strickland: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Christian Moore: 10-Day IL (thumb), Ben Joyce: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Anthony Rendon: 60-Day IL (hip)
White Sox: Chase Meidroth: day-to-day (thumb), Prelander Berroa: 60-Day IL (elbow), Tim Elko: 10-Day IL (knee), Jared Shuster: 15-Day IL (hand), Ky Bush: 60-Day IL (elbow), Miguel Castro: 60-Day IL (knee), Martin Perez: 60-Day IL (forearm), Drew Thorpe: 60-Day IL (elbow), Jesse Scholtens: 60-Day IL (elbow)
