The Detroit Tigers are set to face the Chicago White Sox after a disappointing series at home. The Tigers lost to the Los Angeles Angels, their seventh straight series loss. They managed just one win out of three against the Angels and are now tied for last place in the American League.
Tigers Pitching Matchup
Troy Melton will start for the Tigers. This will be his second start of the season. In his first appearance, Melton pitched 5 2/3 innings, allowing one run on two hits and three walks, while striking out three. He earned a win over the Baltimore Orioles.
Melton has faced the ChiSox twice before. Once was as a starter, and once in relief. As a starter, he pitched five shutout innings, allowing one hit and no walks. That led to a 1-0 victory on Aug. 13.
White Sox Starter Struggles
Erick Fedde will be on the mound for the White Sox. Fedde has struggled this season. His most recent outing against the San Francisco Giants saw him give up eight runs on 10 hits, including one home run, and two walks. He struck out three over 3 1/3 frames.
Fedde also faced Detroit last year. He gave up four runs on five hits, including two home runs, and no walks. He struck out two over five innings, earning a no-decision in a 5-4 loss on May 20.
Match Details
- Time (ET): 7:40 p.m.
- Place: Rate Field, Chicago, Illinois
The White Sox are coming off a four-game series win over the Minnesota Twins, taking three of four. They currently sit in the AL Central’s second-place position behind the Cleveland Guardians.