White Sox face Twins in crucial matchup for AL Central standings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:50 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Chicago White Sox (70-63) are set to take on the Minnesota Twins (64-70) tonight at 7:10 p.m. CDT. The White Sox aim to secure a win to maintain their playoff position with the Cleveland Guardians in close pursuit after a seven-game winning streak. Luis Castillo, who has struggled with a 5.89 ERA for Chicago, is scheduled to start. The Twins will counter with Dean Kremer, who has recently improved, posting a 3.18 ERA over his last four starts. This matchup is pivotal for the White Sox as they strive for a division title and home playoff advantage.
- •White Sox lead the AL Central by 4.5 games over Cleveland.
- •Cleveland Guardians have gained momentum with a seven-game winning streak.
- •Luis Castillo has allowed four or more runs in three of four starts.
- •Dean Kremer shows recent improvement with a 3.18 ERA in his last four starts.
- •First pitch scheduled for 7:10 p.m. CDT.
- 11:50 PMYahoo Sports — Game Thread: White Sox (70-63) at Twins (64-70)
"The South Siders need to keep winning, with Cleveland right on their heels
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