White Sox vs Guardians Preview: Young Arms Take the Hill

The White Sox roll into Cleveland with a 45-40 record looking to stay hot. Chicago won six of its last ten games and came close to taking yesterday's matchup. The Guardians sit at 45-42 at home and just snapped a losing streak with a win. Both teams are fighting hard in July, and this Friday night game matters big time. You'll see Anthony Kay on the mound for Chicago against Gavin Williams for Cleveland. The pitcher matchup could decide everything. Both rotations are young and hungry to prove themselves. This series is tight, and neither team wants to fall further back.

You just saw an instant classic. The White Sox and Guardians played a tooth-and-nail battle yesterday that came down to the final out. Rocchio blasted a massive home run in the ninth inning to lift Cleveland over Chicago 6-5. The White Sox fought back hard with Meidroth launching a two-run shot in the sixth. Both offenses traded punches all night long. Teel doubled twice, driving in runs when his team needed them most. These teams know how to score runs. Expect more fireworks tonight as both lineups come hungry for another victory.

Both teams are dealing with injuries that hurt their chances tonight. The White Sox lost Murakami at first base to a hamstring strain and hope to get him back soon. Pereira in right field is still recovering from a concussion and won't play. The Guardians miss Ramirez at third base—he's weeks away from returning after hand surgery. Martinez in left field is progressing but won't be ready yet. These missing stars hurt both rosters. Still, the teams have backups stepping up and ready to battle. Every game counts when you're fighting for position in July.