CHICAGO – The Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox continue their tightly contested AL Central battle Wednesday night at Guaranteed Rate Field, with Tanner Bibee set to start for Cleveland against Erick Fedde for Chicago. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. CT.
Cleveland enters at 41–39, looking to rebound after a stretch of inconsistent offense. Chicago, at 41–37, has surged into contention behind improved pitching and timely hitting.
Venue
Guaranteed Rate Field — Chicago, Illinois
First pitch: 7:10 p.m. CT
Surface: Natural grass
Dimensions: 330–400–335 (favorable for right‑handed power)
Weather
- Temperature: 78°F
- Wind: 11 mph blowing out to left
- Humidity: 62%
- Chance of rain: 10%
Conditions favor hitters, especially right‑handed pull hitters.
Probable Pitchers
Cleveland: RHP Tanner Bibee
Bibee has been one of Cleveland’s most reliable arms, featuring a mid‑90s fastball and sharp slider. He has allowed three runs or fewer in seven of his last nine starts and owns strong strikeout numbers. His challenge will be limiting Chicago’s right‑handed power in a hitter‑friendly park.
Chicago: RHP Erick Fedde
Fedde has been a breakout performer for the White Sox, leaning on improved command and a cutter‑sinker mix that has produced one of the lowest hard‑contact rates in the AL. He has been particularly effective at home, where he has posted a sub‑3.00 ERA in night games.
Injury Report
Cleveland Guardians
- José Ramírez — ACTIVE
- Steven Kwan — ACTIVE
- Josh Naylor — ACTIVE
- Shane Bieber — OUT (elbow)
- Will Brennan — OUT (shoulder)
Chicago White Sox
- Luis Robert Jr. — ACTIVE
- Andrew Vaughn — ACTIVE
- Yoán Moncada — OUT (back)
- Eloy Jiménez — OUT (hamstring)
- Michael Kopech — OUT (shoulder)
Team Records & Recent Form
Cleveland Guardians (41–39)
- Last 10: 4–6
- Trend: Pitching steady; offense streaky
- Strength: Rotation depth, elite bullpen
- Weakness: Inconsistent run production
Chicago White Sox (41–37)
- Last 10: 6–4
- Trend: Pitching carrying momentum; lineup improving
- Strength: Right‑handed power, home‑field performance
- Weakness: Defensive inconsistency, thin bench
Key Player Matchups
José Ramírez (CLE) vs Erick Fedde (CWS)
Ramírez’s ability to hit breaking balls makes him Cleveland’s most dangerous threat. Fedde’s cutter inside will be the key pitch.
Luis Robert Jr. (CWS) vs Tanner Bibee (CLE)
Robert’s elite bat speed and ability to crush fastballs pose a major challenge for Bibee, especially with the wind blowing out.
Steven Kwan (CLE) vs White Sox Bullpen
Kwan’s on‑base skills could be decisive late against a Chicago bullpen that has struggled with walks.
Series History
- Season series: White Sox lead 3–2
- At Guaranteed Rate Field: Chicago has won 5 of last 7
- Recent trend: White Sox have outscored Cleveland 23–18 across their last five meetings
Betting Trends
Cleveland Guardians
- Under has hit in 6 of last 9
- 3–7 in last 10 road games
- 5–2 in Bibee’s last seven starts
Chicago White Sox
- 7–3 in last 10 home games
- Over has hit in 4 of last 6
- 6–1 in Fedde’s last seven starts
Game Odds
Cleveland Guardians – 109
Chicago White Sox 8.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 23, 2026
