Sure, yesterday’s game had plenty of tension, but 4 1⁄2 hours is maybe a little too much excitement (OK, just 4:27, plus a 15-minute rain delay). There are probably plenty of Eastern Time Zone viewers with dinner plans tonight, so something a little speedier would be nice.
Once again, the White Sox are big favorites, not just because with the fire sale the Cubs have fallen to No. 24 on the ESPN team rankings (White Sox are No. 5), but also because of the pitching matchup.
Carlos Rodón is on the mound for the Sox, coming in with an 8-5 record and a sterling 2.