Detroit rookie pitcher Michael Fulmer (9-2, 2.50) faces the White Sox for the second time in three starts tonight. On July 22 in Chicago, Fulmer allowed five runs on six hits, including a homer by Justin Morneau.
White Sox left-hander Chris Sale returned to the lineup last week after a team-imposed suspension. He allowed two runs on six hits against the Cubs. Sale's ERA was 4.85 with a 1-2 record in July.
Last night, Anibal Sanchez (5-12) allowed one run in six innings to win for the first time as a starter since April 28 — a span of 11 starts.