Chicago White Sox vs. Detroit Tigers: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 27, 2024

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Sep 27, 2024 6:11 AM
The Chicago White Sox, riding a three-game winning streak, head to Comerica Park on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 6:40 PM to take on the Detroit Tigers, who lead the season series 9-1. The White Sox, with a dismal 16-62 road record, face an uphill battle against the Tigers, who have a respectable 42-36 home record. Can the White Sox upset the odds and extend their winning streak?
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White Sox vs Tigers starting pitchers

  • Garrett Crochet for Chicago White Sox

White Sox vs Tigers statistics

Stat White Sox Tigers
Hits 1169 (30th) 1256 (23rd)
Batting Average .221 (30th) .235 (24th)
Runs Batted In 472 (30th) 649 (Tied-18th)
Runs 493 (30th) 673 (19th)
Home Runs 129 (30th) 161 (24th)
Walks 388 (30th) 459 (23rd)
Stolen Bases 88 (23rd) 76 (26th)
Strikeouts 1386 (Tied-13th) 1436 (8th)
Pitches 22050 (29th) 23325 (14th)

Detroit Tigers recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/26/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 4-3
9/25/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 7-1
9/24/24 vs Tampa Bay Rays W 2-1
9/22/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 4-3
9/21/24 @ Baltimore Orioles W 6-4 F/10

Chicago White Sox recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/26/24 vs Los Angeles Angels W 7-0
9/25/24 vs Los Angeles Angels W 4-3 F/10
9/24/24 vs Los Angeles Angels W 3-2
9/22/24 @ San Diego Padres L 4-2
9/21/24 @ San Diego Padres L 6-2

White Sox vs Tigers predictions

As the White Sox stride into Detroit carrying a three-game win streak, all eyes are on Garrett Crochet, who's slated to start on the mound. Crochet, boasting an impressive 203 strikeouts this season, is anticipated to add significantly to that tally given the Tigers' struggles with the bat. Offensively, Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi are expected to be key contributors. Vaughn, hitting at .248, and Benintendi, with 19 home runs under his belt, could really use this series to make a statement. Keep an eye on Benintendi; he's poised to drive in crucial runs and potentially clear the fences at Comerica Park.

Conversely, the Tigers are hoping to leverage their home advantage to disrupt the White Sox's recent form. Riley Greene, hitting .263 and leading the team with 24 homers, is expected to continue his form and will be a significant threat at the plate. Additionally, Dillon Dingler and Spencer Torkelson are players likely to step up; Dingler with his knack for getting on base and Torkelson with his power-hitting capabilities. They'll need to bring their A-game to counteract Crochet's pitching prowess and give the Tigers a fighting chance.

Predicting the outcome of this matchup is tricky given the mixed performances from both teams this season. However, considering the current momentum and the White Sox’s vibrant energy led by Crochet's arm and Benintendi’s bat, I’m leaning slightly towards a Chicago victory in this contest. The Tigers will put up a fight, no doubt, especially with Greene's bat sparking fireworks, but the White Sox seem just a bit too charged up to be halted right now. Let’s see if they can extend that win streak to four. What do you think? Will the White Sox continue their surprising surge, or will the Tigers claw their way back into prominence at home?

Detroit Tigers injuries

  • Angel De Jesus (RP): Out
  • Brendan White (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Anthony Bemboom (C): Day-To-Day
  • Alex Faedo (RP): 60-Day-IL
  • Javier Baez (SS): 60-Day-IL

Chicago White Sox injuries

  • Brooks Baldwin (2B): 10-Day-IL
  • Matt Foster (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Steven Wilson (RP): 15-Day-IL
  • Ky Bush (SP): 15-Day-IL
  • Drew Thorpe (SP): 15-Day-IL

White Sox vs Tigers game info

Venue Comerica Park
Location Detroit, Michigan
First pitch Fri 6:40 PM
Temperature 73°
Chance of Rain 4%

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