White Sox, Brewers Set for Rematch in Chilly Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE (Interstat) — The Chicago White Sox will look to even their season series and find some early offense when they face the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday at American Family Field, one day after a lopsided opening loss.

First pitch is scheduled for 36-degree conditions under cloudy skies.

The Brewers (1-0) dominated the opener 14-2 on Thursday behind a stellar outing from rookie Jacob Misiorowski, who struck out 11 over five innings. Milwaukee’s offense erupted for 14 hits, including home runs from Jake Bauers and Sal Frelick.

Chicago’s lone bright spot in the defeat was designated hitter Munetaka Murakami, who launched a solo home run. He will be a key figure as the White Sox (0-1) attempt to rebound.

The pitching matchup features right-hander Chad Patrick for Milwaukee against Chicago left-hander Sean Burke. Patrick’s season record is wins and losses, while Burke’s is wins and losses. Both will be tasked with navigating lineups that saw contrasting results in the opener.

Despite being installed as a -1.5 run favorite with an over/under of 8, Milwaukee faces a statistical projection calling for a pitchers’ duel. Interstat’s game simulator predicts a 2-1 White Sox victory.

Following Saturday’s contest, the teams conclude their three-game set Sunday before both embark on lengthy road trips. The White Sox head to Miami for three games starting Monday, while the Brewers host Tampa Bay for a three-game series beginning the same day.