Friday Night Baseball: Tampa Bay Rays at Chicago White Sox, April 26, 2024, Apple TV+

Apple TV+ presents an exciting matchup between the Tampa Bay Rays and the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, Illinois, on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 7:30 PM.

The Rays (13-13, 10-16 RL, 15-11 O/U) and the White Sox (3-22, 9-16 RL, 10-14-1 O/U) are both looking to improve their positions in their respective divisions. The Rays currently sit fourth in the AL East, while the White Sox are fifth in the AL Central.

Tampa Bay’s Zach Eflin is expected to start strong, coming off six scoreless innings against the Yankees. Eflin has been dominant, with 12.1 scoreless innings in his last two performances. He has allowed zero or one run in three of his last four starts, posting a 3.68 ERA and a 1.06 WHIP. The Rays have a deep roster and are known for their energetic fanbase.

The White Sox will counter with Chris Flexen, who has struggled as a starter but found success in relief appearances. He has a 6.41 ERA and a 1.42 WHIP on the season. Chicago is dealing with injuries to key players, including Yoan Moncada and Luis Robert. Despite their challenges, the White Sox boast a talented young first baseman, Gavin Sheets, who has been a bright spot on offense.

This series marks the beginning of a road trip for the Rays, who recently dropped two of three games against the Yankees and suffered a series defeat against Detroit. Meanwhile, the White Sox are returning home after a tough series in Minnesota, where they lost four games and conceded 25 runs.

With both teams seeking to turn their seasons around, this game promises to be a thrilling contest.

Tune in to Apple TV+ at 7:30 PM on Friday, April 26, 2024, to catch all the action as the Tampa Bay Rays take on the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field.