Chicago White Sox (39-120) vs. Detroit Tigers (85-74)
September 28, 2024 1:10 pm EDT
The Line: Detroit Tigers / Chicago White Sox ; Over/Under: -
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In this article, we will formulate a Detroit Tigers vs Chicago White Sox Prediction for this MLB game on Saturday, September 28th, at Comerica Park.
White Sox Offense Struggled Again
The White Sox offense struggled again on Friday, and they scored only one run on the way to the defeat. Zach DeLoach finished with a home run, but that was the only offense they scored. The White Sox are averaging 3.1 runs, while their pitching is giving up 5.06 runs per game. The offense is ranked 30th in the league, while the pitching is ranked 28th in the league. They have a negative run differential of -1.96 runs per game, which is 30th in the league. Getting the start for the White Sox will be Sean Burke, who sits with a 1-0 record and an ERA of 1.93. In his last start against the San Diego Padres, he went six innings, giving up two hits and one run.
Why the White Sox Will Beat the Tigers
- The White Sox have won 14 of their last 18 games against the Tigers following a road loss.
- The Tigers have lost three of their last four home games against AL Central opponents following a win.
- The White Sox have covered the run line in four of their last five games against American League opponents following a road loss.
- The Tigers have failed to cover the run line in four of their last five day games following a home win.
Tigers Clinch
The Tigers on Friday night were able to beat the Chicago White Sox 4-1 and that meant a playoff berth was clinched. It was a bullpen game, with the pitching really stepping up in a big way. Spencer Torkleson also finished with one hit and two walks. The Tigers are averaging 4.23 runs per game, while their pitching is giving up 3.95 runs per game. The offense is ranked 19th in the league while, the pitching is ranked 4th. Riley Greene has hit 24 home runs and driven in 73 RBIs so far this season.
Detroit Tigers vs Chicago White Sox Prediction
The White Sox don’t have many wins this season, but they are going to get the job done here. Burke gave up only two hits and one run in his last start, and he’s going to dominate here. The Tigers are averaging 4.23 runs per game, and they are going to really struggle to get the offense going here. The White Sox are going to score at least five runs here, and Chicago will get the job done here. The booze was flowing for the Tigers on Friday night, and that will also hurt them. Back the White Sox.
