Minnesota Twins vs Chi. White Sox White Sox Picks and Predictions August 2nd 2024

Joe Ryan and the Twins will host the White Sox on Friday, with the game getting started at 8:10 PM ET from Target Field in Minneapolis. NBCS is carrying this one on TV, and the Twins are the heavy favorite on the money line at -303. The White Sox will be looking to snap a 17-game losing streak, and they are 5th in the AL Central with an overall record of 27-84.

Chicago is starting Davis Martin, and they are +246 on the money line for the over/under line is at 8.5 runs. Martin is facing a Twins team that is 3rd in the AL Central.

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Chicago vs. Minnesota Key Information

• Teams: White Sox at Twins
• Where: Target Field Minneapolis
• Date: Friday, August 2nd
• Betting Odds MIN -303 | CHW +246 O/U 8.5

The White Sox Can Win If…

Davis Martin and the White Sox are on the road to take on the Twins. Martin started the season with a bullpen appearance at home against the Mariners, where he went 2 2/3 innings, giving up 1 earned run on 3 hits and 3 strikeouts.

Chicago’s offense has really struggled this season, as they are averaging just 3.1 runs per game, which is the worst mark in the league. They are also near the bottom of the league in most other offensive categories, including team batting average, on-base percentage, and slugging percentage. The White Sox have also been one of the worst home run-hitting teams in the league this season.

Andrew Vaughn and Luis Robert Jr. have been the team’s top home run hitters this season, but they are batting just .232 and .222, respectively. Vaughn has gone deep 13 times this season, and Robert Jr. has 12 homers. Vaughn has struggled at the plate of late, going just 3/17 in his last four games.

• The White Sox are 0-10 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the White Sox are 1-4 vs. the run line.
• Chicago has an over/under record of 6-4 in their last ten games.
• The White Sox have an average of 3.4 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten road games, the White Sox are 1-9
• Looking back across the White Sox last five games as the favorite, they are 2-3
• Chicago has gone 0-3 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the White Sox have averaged 2.1 runs per game on offense

The Twins Can Win If…

Joe Ryan is coming off a rough outing vs. the Tigers, where he took the loss. In that start, he gave up three earned runs in six innings of work. Looking back over his last four outings, Ryan has allowed at least one homer in three of those starts. Ryan’s ERA for the season is 3.62, along with a record of 6-7. Opponents are batting .216 this season vs. Ryan. The right-hander has made 21 starts, and his WHIP for the season is .99. Looking back over his last 10 starts, Ryan has a 4.14 ERA at home compared to 3.46 on the road.

Carlos Santana comes into the game as the Twins’ 2nd leading home run hitter this season, and he is also 2nd on the team in RBIs. However, he is batting just .247 for the season. Ryan Jeffers has also been a good power source for the Twins, as he has 15 homers, which is the best mark on the team. Jeffers also comes into the game as the Twins’ current leader in RBIs.

Willi Castro is batting .259 for the season and has gone deep seven times. He is also 7th on the team in RBIs. Over his last five games, Matt Wallner has been hot, going 7/17 with three homers.

• The Twins are 5-5 in their last ten games.
• Over their last five games, the Twins are 2-3 vs. the run line.
• Minnesota has an over/under record of 7-3 in their last ten games.
• The Twins have an average of 3.4 runs per game over their last five games.
• Across their last ten home games, the Twins are 5-5
• Looking back across the Twins last five games as the favorite, they are 2-3
• Minnesota has gone 2-1 in their last three games as the underdog
• In their ten most recent road games, the Twins have averaged 3.6 runs per game on offense

For a money line pick, our lean would be on the Twins to come out on top as the heavy favorite. As for how we would play the over/under line, we would go with the over, as this is our lowest projected scoring game of the day, and this line is sitting at 8.5 runs. These teams have the 2nd lowest combined hits projection and 4th lowest home run projection. Joe Ryan is our 4th ranked starting pitcher of the day in terms of strikeouts.

Twins Out to Extend White Sox’s Historic Losing Streak

The Minnesota Twins are ready to make the most of their home-field advantage as they start a three-game series against the Chicago White Sox on Friday night. After a grueling July filled with road games, the Twins are eager to settle in for a month packed with home games, starting with a matchup against a struggling White Sox team in the midst of a historic losing streak.

Twins’ Home Advantage

The Twins are excited about their extended time at home:

• Schedule: The Twins have 18 home games in August, a significant increase from just 11 in July.
• Performance: With a 29-21 home record this season, the Twins are looking to capitalize on playing at Target Field.

New Acquisition: Trevor Richards

Minnesota’s bullpen gets a boost with a recent trade:

• Trevor Richards: The 31-year-old right-handed reliever was acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for minor-league infielder Jay Harry. Richards has a 2-1 record with a 4.64 ERA in 45 games this season.
• Pitching Style: Richards relies on a fastball-changeup combination and likes to attack hitters aggressively.

White Sox’s Struggles

The White Sox are having a tough season:

• Losing Streak: Chicago is currently on a franchise-record 17-game losing streak and is on pace for an unprecedented number of losses.
• Record: At 27-84, the White Sox could potentially surpass the 1962 New York Mets’ record of 120 losses in a season.

Manager Pedro Grifol’s Perspective

White Sox manager Pedro Grifol is staying focused despite the tough times:

• Effort and Resilience: Grifol emphasizes the importance of hard work and not giving up, regardless of the circumstances.
• Job Security: Aware of the rumors about his job security, Grifol maintains a philosophical outlook, knowing that the final decisions are out of his hands.

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Pitching Matchup: Joe Ryan vs. Davis Martin

The series opener features an interesting pitching duel:

• Joe Ryan (Twins): The right-hander has a 6-7 record with a 3.62 ERA. He’s looking for his first win since July 6 and has a solid history against the White Sox with a 2-0 record and a 3.54 ERA in five starts.
• Davis Martin (White Sox): Making his first start of the season, Martin has a 0-0 record with a 3.38 ERA. His previous outings against the Twins have been tough, with a 12.15 ERA in two appearances.

Historical Context and Recent Performance

Here’s a look at the teams’ recent performances and their history:

• Twins’ Home Record: Minnesota boasts a strong 29-21 record at home this season.
• White Sox’s Road Woes: Chicago has struggled mightily on the road, with a poor 10-44 record.