MLB Game Preview: Chicago White Sox (29-59) vs. Colorado Rockies (20-68)

The Chicago White Sox and Colorado Rockies continue their three-game weekend series at Coors Field, with both teams looking to build momentum in what has been a challenging season for each. After the White Sox edged the Rockies 3–2 in Friday’s opener, Game 2 features a battle between two struggling right-handers: Jonathan Cannon and Germán Márquez.

Game Details

Team Records & Recent Form

• The White Sox snapped a 3-game losing streak with Friday’s win and are 10–35 on the road.
• The Rockies have lost 8 of their last 10 and are 9–35 at home, the worst home record in MLB.

Pitching Matchup

Chicago White Sox: Jonathan Cannon (2–7, 4.59 ERA)

• 66.2 IP, 1.43 WHIP, 52 K
• Coming off a 5-inning, 3-run outing vs. Cleveland
• Has allowed 3+ runs in 4 of his last 6 starts
• Opponents hitting .278 against him

Colorado Rockies: Germán Márquez (3–9, 5.62 ERA)

• 83.1 IP, 61 K, 1.60 WHIP
• Allowed 2 ER in 5.2 IP in last start vs. Milwaukee
• Opponents batting .305 against him
• Has 4 quality starts in 17 outings this season

Players to Watch

Chicago White Sox

• Miguel Vargas: .223 AVG, 10 HR, 34 RBI – leads team in all three categories
• Andrew Benintendi: 10 HR – tied for team lead, 3 HR in last 10 games
• Lenyn Sosa: .269 AVG, 13 doubles, 6 HR – 9-for-35 over last 10 games
• Chase Meidroth: .257 AVG, 2 HR, 29 BB – solid OBP presence

Colorado Rockies

• Hunter Goodman: .286 AVG, 16 HR, 50 RBI – team leader in all three categories
• Jordan Beck: .273 AVG, 10 HR, 18 doubles – consistent power threat
• Mickey Moniak: .242 AVG, 12 HR – 3-game hit streak
• Ryan McMahon: 12 HR, 43 BB – veteran presence in the lineup

Advanced Stats Snapshot