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White Sox Host the Braves on Home Winning Streak
Chicago returns home after a 2-4 road trip and needs a boost against two of baseball’s best teams, the Braves and Dodgers.
The Chicago White Sox opened a six-game homestand on Tuesday by hosting the Atlanta Braves, seeking to extend their home success with a 20-11 record at home.
Atlanta enters with a 45-21 record while the White Sox hold 34 victories, positioning Chicago squarely in the American League Central hunt after a recent road trip.
The Braves have won eight of their last 10 games, with Matt Olson leading the team's 19 home runs. Michael Harris said, 'Just coming in and knowing I got to do a job,' highlighting Atlanta's depth.
Right-Hander Grant Holmes, holding a 3.86 ERA, takes the mound for Atlanta to open the series. Chicago manager Will Venable said, 'He is a guy that is feeling very good at the plate,' praising his lineup.
Following the Atlanta series, the White Sox continue their homestand against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Davis Martin emphasized the home crowd's impact, calling the venue a 'hard place to play.