On the evening of July 26, 2024, the Seattle Mariners are set to take on the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field starting at 8:10 PM under a clear sky. Pitching for the Mariners, George Kirby brings a commendable ERA of 3.202, while Drew Thorpe will represent the White Sox with an ERA of 3.026.

Within the 2024 AL West Division, the Mariners hold 8th place with a record of 53-51, giving them a .51 winning percentage, and a 19-13 record within their division, securing the 2nd divisional spot. In contrast, their recent trajectory shows a struggle, having won just 2 of their last 10 games and currently experiencing a 3-game losing streak. Their performance is stronger at home, with 31 wins to 23 losses, but they falter on the road with a 22-28 record.

Meanwhile, the Chicago White White Sox are languishing at the bottom of the AL Central Division, positioned 15th with a 27-78 record and a .26 winning percentage. They have won only 8 out of 36 divisional games, placing them last in the division. The team’s current form is particularly poor, having failed to secure a single win in their last 10 outings, compounded by an 11-game losing streak. Their home and away performance is equally troubling, with 17-34 and 10-44 records respectively.

In terms of betting odds for this clash, the Seattle Mariners are the favorites with an Away Team Money Line of -160, while the Home Team Money Line for the Chicago White Sox is set at +136. The Point Spread is set at 1.5, and the Over/Under for the total runs expected in the game is 7.5. With the Mariners’ strong starting pitcher and comparatively better season record, they are tipped to cover the spread, making them a solid bet against a struggling White Sox team.