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On the 28th of July, 2024, an intriguing MLB matchup is scheduled as the Seattle Mariners visit the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field at 2:10 PM, under expected light rain conditions. The Seattle Mariners’ starting pitcher, Bryce Miller, enters the game with a commendable 3.414 ERA. Meanwhile, the White Sox will counter with Garrett Crochet, who sports a slightly lower ERA of 3.072.
As of the latest standings in the 2024 AL West Division, the Mariners are ranked 8th with a record of 55-51, showing a solid win percentage of 0.52. They have managed 19 wins against 13 losses within their division, placing them second. Their performance metrics reveal a recent record of 3-7 in their last 10 matchups, currently holding a two-game win streak. The Mariners have played better on home turf with a 31-23 record, but have struggled slightly on the road with a 24-28 mark. Surprisingly, they have performed better in night games with 34 victories compared to 21 in day matchups, scoring a total of 406 runs while allowing 384.
In contrast, the Chicago White Sox are placed at the bottom of the AL Central Division at 15th with an alarming 27-80 record, posting a .25 winning percentage. Positioned fifth in the division after 8 wins and 28 losses, they are in dire straits with 0 wins in their last 10 games and a daunting 13-game losing streak. At home, their record stands at 17-36 and even worse on the road at 10-44. Their day game performance is slightly less disappointing with 10 wins, whereas they’ve secured 17 under the lights. The total runs scored are significantly lower at 327, with a high of 542 runs conceded.
Betting odds for this matchup are tightly contested with both teams having a money line of -109. The point spread sits at 1.5, and the over/under is positioned at 7.0. These odds suggest a close game, potentially influenced by the pitching performance and recent forms of both teams. Betting enthusiasts will likely lean towards the Mariners, given their relatively better form and standing compared to the struggling White Sox.
