Seattle Mariners - Chicago White Sox predictions and free betting tips [14/06/2024]

Chicago White Sox and Seattle Mariners will conclude an intriguing four-game series tonight. The visitors, currently 17-51, will have former reliever Garrett Crochet (6-5, 3.33 ERA) start on the mound, while the Mariners will send Luis Castillo (5-7, 3.35 ERA) to pitch. Seattle clinched the last game only in extra innings.

Chicago White Sox

Ending a 14-game losing streak with two wins over the Boston Red Sox, Chicago is currently on a four-game losing streak. The White Sox's starting rotation sits near the bottom of the American League with a 12-30 record and a 5.02 ERA.

Without Garrett Crochet and Erick Fedde, those numbers would be much higher. After a challenging April, Crochet remains strong, going 5-1 with a 1.10 ERA over his last seven starts, holding opponents to a modest .162 average and recording 56 strikeouts in 41 innings. His 103 strikeouts this season are the second-highest in the league.

Seattle Mariners

The Mariners have pulled off three consecutive come-from-behind victories against the White Sox. In the last encounter, they secured a win in the 10th inning thanks to a single by Mitch Haniger. Seattle's offence has shown signs of life, but their victories can mainly be attributed to their pitchers.

The team’s 3.55 ERA is the fifth-best in the American League, and their 1.03 WHIP is the best. Castillo lost his last start, allowing five runs and six hits against the Kansas City Royals. Throughout his career, he has faced the White Sox three times, earning one win and posting a 2.33 ERA over 19.1 innings.

Prediction for the Match: Seattle Mariners vs. Chicago White Sox

Despite his stats, Luis Castillo is very strong. His counterpart has been excellent this season but performs much better at home. Given how Seattle has fought for victories in this series, it's hard to envision any outcome other than a Mariners win.

Prediction on the Match Total

Garrett Crochet has not allowed many runs for quite some time, and the modest White Sox offence is unlikely to surprise the experienced Luis Castillo. The previous game demonstrated that Seattle’s bullpen is a power driving them to the playoffs this season. Strong defensive play should result in a total under 7 runs in the end.