White Sox vs Mariners predictions
The Chicago White Sox are looking to even up the series, and if they’re going to make some noise at T-Mobile Park, they’ll need key contributions from the heart of their lineup. Lenyn Sosa has quietly been one of their most consistent hitters, and I like his chances to keep that going with another solid day at the plate—look for him to collect at least a hit or two and maybe drive in a run if he gets someone aboard ahead of him. Andrew Benintendi brings some pop with his 14 home runs this year, and I wouldn’t be shocked to see him work a couple of quality plate appearances, maybe even launching one deep if he catches a mistake. And keep an eye on Luis Robert Jr.; when he gets on base, he’s always a threat to come around and score, not to mention his ability to spark a rally with a timely extra-base hit.
When it comes to the Seattle Mariners, things start on the mound with George Kirby. The guy is a force at home and should be able to go deep into the game, racking up a handful of strikeouts and limiting the White Sox offense to a couple of runs, at most. At the plate, Cal Raleigh has been absolutely clutch all season, so I wouldn’t put it past him to drive in a big run—maybe even clear the fences for his squad. J.P. Crawford is another name you’ll want to watch, as his discipline at the plate and knack for getting on base could set the table early, while Julio Rodriguez has the power-speed combo to bust the game open, whether it’s by legging out an extra base hit or swiping a bag.
With the series already leaning Seattle’s way, and considering how strong they’ve been at T-Mobile Park, it feels like the Mariners have the edge coming into this one. Their lineup just looks a little more balanced top to bottom, and with Kirby dealing, the odds are stacked in favor of the home team. The White Sox have a few guys who could keep things interesting, but I’m expecting the Mariners to keep rolling and notch another win in this series. What’s your gut feeling—could we see another statement game from Seattle, or do the White Sox have a surprise in store?
