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MLB Game Preview: Detroit Tigers (40-21) vs. Chicago White Sox (18-42)

Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Time: 7:40 PM ET
Venue: Guaranteed Rate Field, Chicago, IL
Broadcast: CHSN, ESPN, MLB Network

Match Overview

The Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago White Sox matchup kicks off a four-game AL Central series, with Detroit leading the division and Chicago struggling to find consistency. The Tigers enter the game with an MLB-best 39 wins, while the White Sox are looking to bounce back after a 1-5 road trip.

Team Form & Recent Results

  • Detroit Tigers (40-21, 1st in AL Central) – Detroit has been dominant, winning seven of their last eight games and boasting a 11-game road win streak against Chicago.
  • Chicago White Sox (18-42, Last in AL Central) – The White Sox have lost six of their last seven games, struggling offensively with just five total runs in their last three outings.

Key Players to Watch

  • Spencer Torkelson (Tigers) – Torkelson leads Detroit’s offense, helping the team rank eighth in MLB with 73 home runs.
  • Kerry Carpenter (Tigers) – Carpenter had a three-homer game in Detroit’s 13-1 rout of Chicago on Monday.
  • Luis Robert Jr. (White Sox) – Robert Jr. has struggled, going 1-for-20 with 10 strikeouts in his last seven games.
  • Miguel Vargas (White Sox) – Vargas remains a bright spot in Chicago’s lineup, looking to spark the offense.

Pitching Matchup

  • Tigers: Jack Flaherty (3-6, 3.94 ERA, 72 Ks) – Flaherty is coming off a six-inning shutout performance against the Giants.
  • White Sox: Jonathan Cannon (2-6, 4.15 ERA, 46 Ks) – Cannon allowed five earned runs in his last start against the Mets.

Tactical Breakdown

  • Detroit’s Strengths: Power hitting, elite pitching, and dominant road performance.
  • Chicago’s Weaknesses: Offensive struggles, inconsistent bullpen, and defensive lapses.
  • Game Plan: Detroit will look to capitalize on Chicago’s pitching struggles, while the White Sox must contain Carpenter and Torkelson to stay competitive.

How to Watch & Follow

Fans can catch the action live on CHSN, ESPN, and MLB Network. For real-time updates, follow @Tigers and @WhiteSox on social media.

Game Odds

Detroit Tigers                    – 162

Chicago White Sox          8.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, June 2, 2025

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