Chicago White Sox (27-74) vs. Texas Rangers (47-52)
On Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at Globe Life Field at 8:05 PM ET the Chicago White Sox with their dismal 27-74 record are facing the Texas Rangers who boast a more respectable 47-52 mark – this game should prove interesting as fans and betting companies alike use top bookie software predict an intriguing matchup regardless of disparate records.
Chicago White Sox have struggled all season and their recent performance reflects that struggle. Following five straight losses and with only 730 hits to their name – not including any home runs!- the Chicago White Sox need help badly from their offence as evidenced by low batting average (.219), underwhelming offensive stats of 730 hits total, underwhelming on-base percentage (.281), low slugging percentage of.344 as well as lacking power at bat and consistency between batters’.
The Texas Rangers boasting a record of 47-52 have shown flashes of competence but remain inconsistent, managing to win three out of their last five games, showing resilience compared to White Sox. Offensively, Texas has taken an edge with 422 runs scored off 793 hits and 103 homers hit with an on-base percentage of.31 and slugging percentage of.378; both figures showing more balanced approach at bat than their rivals.
Chicago White Sox vs. Texas Rangers Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 8:05 PM ET |
| Where: | Globe Life Field |
| TV: | |
| Stream: | MLB.TV |
Chris Flexen (2-9, 5.22 ERA) vs. Nathan Eovaldi (6-4, 3.36 ERA)
Chris Flexen has had a rough season so far with an anemic 2-9 win-loss record and 5.22 ERA over 101.2 innings pitched, giving up 101 hits while walking 41 batters while striking out 75 batters; giving up 17 homers is indicative of Flexen’s lack of control with long balls; his WHIP rating indicates this, potentially leaving open bases against an aggressive Rangers lineup who take full advantage of such opportunities; his strength lies in inducing ground balls while inconsistent control and giving up homers are major weaknesses;
Nathan Eovaldi of the Red Sox poses an even stiffer test with his 6-4 win-loss record and 3.36 ERA, offering more of an uphill struggle for them in terms of both strikeouts and walks allowed in 99 innings pitched. Eovaldi allowed 80 hits over that span but allowed just 26 walks; his 1.07 WHIP score also indicates better control and less base runners being permitted onto his mound; Eovaldi excels at mixing pitches to keep batters off balance; his strong suits include mixing pitches effectively which results in high strikeout rates while power hitters could exploited.
MLB Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
As yet, betting odds for this matchup have yet to be set; however, given both teams’ current standings and recent performances, Texas Rangers may emerge as favorites when odds become available; when available bettors should look for value both in moneyline and point spread wagers with particular attention paid towards any Texas Rangers recent form or home field advantage when making betting choices.
Chicago White Sox Betting Trends
White Sox fans have seen them struggle recently in recent games, falling 0-5 in five of them without covering the spread and failing to cover it as well. Their road performance against this spread is slightly better at 20-30 while at home the totals have only gone over once during that span and this might indicate lower-scoring affairs; yet 19 out of 51 total OVERs has occurred so this data points toward mixed scoring outcomes for this franchise.
Texas Rangers Betting Trends
The Rangers have shown greater resilience this season with a 3-2 record over their past five games and against the spread (1-4 record in this span), covering it 21 of 51 times on their road travels; two out of their last five and 15 out of 48 home totals have gone over, suggesting an inclination toward higher scoring contests.
Chicago White Sox vs. Texas Rangers 7/24/2024 Betting Picks
Overall, it appears as if Texas Rangers hold an advantage in this matchup. Their slightly better record combined with more effective offense and stronger pitching staff make them a favorable pick against an unpredictable White Sox side led by Chris Flexen. Furthermore, Nathan Eovaldi’s outstanding statistics and recent performance further strengthen this advantage for them against an inconsistent White Sox squad led by Flexen.
Bettors looking to make informed decisions could do worse than selecting the Rangers as a moneyline option. Given recent scoring patterns on both teams’ parts, recent trends indicate an edge toward an under total betting trend; however, an OVER might still present itself should both pitchers struggle with homer runs which causes high scoring games. When seeking baseball winning picks using updated information about total odds could provide profitable opportunities.
