The Chicago White Sox (50-79) will host the Oakland Athletics (38-91) in a highly anticipated MLB matchup at Guaranteed Rate Field. Both teams have had challenging seasons so far, but they are ready to battle it out on the diamond. The White Sox will send starting pitcher Touki Toussaint (1-6, 5.301 ERA) to face the Athletics’ JP Sears (2-10, 4.611 ERA). The White Sox are currently standing at 13th place in the American League standings, while the Athletics are in last. Despite their standings, this game promises to be an exciting showdown between the two teams.
[pickup_prop id="34531"]The match is scheduled to take place on August 26th at 6:10 PM Central Time and with NBCS-CHI on the broadcast. Make sure to tune in to catch all the action!
Key Points to Watch Out For
- Oakland’s Luis Robert Jr. is leading the Athletics in home runs this season with an impressive 34 home runs. Keep an eye on his performance as he looks to make a big impact in the game.
- The White Sox have been hit by a series of injuries, which include players like Garrett Crochet (RP, Shoulder, D15), Seby Zavala (C, Oblique, D10), Romy González (2B, Shoulder, D60), Liam Hendriks (RP, Elbow, D60), Matt Foster (RP, Forearm, D60), and Michael Kopech (SP, Leg, Day-to-Day). These injuries have significantly affected the team’s performance, but they will be determined to overcome the odds.
- Both teams have had some recent struggles, with the White Sox winning only three of their last ten games and the Athletics winning five of their last ten. This matchup could prove to be a turning point for either team as they seek to break their streaks.
Injuries
Chicago White Sox:
- Garrett Crochet (RP, Shoulder, D15)
- Seby Zavala (C, Oblique, D10)
- Romy González (2B, Shoulder, D60)
- Liam Hendriks (RP, Elbow, D60)
- Matt Foster (RP, Forearm, D60)
- Michael Kopech (SP, Leg, Day-to-Day)
Oakland Athletics:
- Angel Felipe (RP, Elbow, D15)
- Richard Lovelady (RP, Arm, D60)
- James Kaprielian (SP, Shoulder, D60)
- Austin Pruitt (RP, Forearm, D15)
- Mason Miller (SP, Elbow, D60)
- JJ Bleday (CF, Knee, D10)
- Drew Rucinski (SP, Illness, D60)
- Zach Jackson (RP, Elbow, D60)
- Luis Medina (SP, Finger, D15)
- Yacksel Ríos (RP, Finger, D60)
- Freddy Tarnok (SP, Calf, D15)
Head to Guaranteed Rate Field or tune in to NBCS-CHI for what promises to be an exciting game. Don’t miss out on the action as these teams battle it out on the field!
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