Why is the Dodgers Game Delayed? Dodgers White Sox Prediction
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Updated Jun 25, 2024
Why is the Dodgers Game Delayed?
On Monday, the game between the Chicago White Sox and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Guaranteed Rate Field was delayed by rain in the top of the seventh inning. At that time, the Dodgers were leading 2-0, with Will Smith at bat and runners on first and second with two outs.
The rain delay lasted for about 30 minutes, and play resumed at 9:30 p.m. Before the delay, Garrett Crochet of the White Sox pitched 5 and 2/3 innings, allowing five hits, no runs, and striking out six batters.
Dodgers Vs White Sox Prediction
The Dodgers and the White Sox are expected to play a close game. Experts predict the Dodgers will score 6 runs and the White Sox will score five runs. They also think the total number of runs will be greater than 9. The Dodgers have a higher chance to win, with a 56% probability, while the White Sox have a 44% chance, according to the predictions.
Dodgers Betting Performance
In their recent games, the Dodgers have done well when they were expected to win based on the moneyline, winning 6 out of 10 games. When looking at the total number of runs scored in these games, they went over the set total five times out of 10.
When it comes to covering the spread, the Dodgers have an even record of 5 wins, 5 losses, and no ties in their last 10 games. This shows they've had some close matchups where they either won or lost by a margin set by oddsmakers.
Dodgers Players Insights
Ohtani is having a great season for the Dodgers. He leads the team with 23 home runs and 57 RBI and has the highest batting average at .321. In all of Major League Baseball, Ohtani ranks first in batting average, seventh in on-base percentage, and second in slugging.
Recently, Ohtani has been on a hot streak, hitting in seven consecutive games. Over his last 10 games, he's batting .395 with three doubles, six home runs, eight walks, and 13 RBI. This makes him a key player to watch in the upcoming games.
White Sox Betting Performance
In their recent games, the White Sox have been considered underdogs in all 10 matchups, and they managed to win four of those games. When it comes to the total number of runs scored in these games, they and their opponents went over the set total three times out of 10.
Looking at their performance against the spread, the White Sox have won four times and lost six times in their last 10 games. This means they've covered the spread in four of those matchups, which shows they've had some competitive games even when not expected to win.
White Sox Players Insights
Gavin Sheets has been playing well for the White Sox. He has a batting average of .238 and has hit 15 doubles, a triple, and seven home runs. He's also drawn 32 walks, which helps him get on base with a .336 on-base percentage. Sheets is currently on a four-game hitting streak and in his last five games, he's batting .300 with a double.
Andrew Vaughn leads the White Sox in RBI with 35 while maintaining a .239 batting average. He ranks 79th in home runs and 75th in RBI among all major league hitters this season. Meanwhile, Paul DeJong leads the team with 14 home runs, and Tommy Pham has a .268 batting average with eight doubles, four home runs, and 16 walks.
Dodgers Wiki
The Los Angeles Dodgers are a famous baseball team based in Los Angeles, California. They've been part of Major League Baseball (MLB) since joining the National League's West Division in 1890. Originally from Brooklyn, New York, they moved to Los Angeles in 1958 and have played at Dodger Stadium since 1962.
White Sox Wiki
The Chicago White Sox are a baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois. They play in Major League Baseball (MLB) as part of the American League (AL) Central Division. Owned by Jerry Reinsdorf, they play their home games at Guaranteed Rate Field on the city's South Side, sharing Chicago with the Cubs of the National League (NL).
