Boston is a phenomenal 93-42. However, the Red Sox are merely 17-14 when going against a lefty starter.

The Red Sox face one of the hottest southpaws in the league in a pitching matchup of Eduardo Rodriguez versus Carlos Rodon.

Rodriguez is making his first start since July 14 having been sidelined by a sprained ankle.

Rodon has been terrific since returning from injury. He is 5-0 with a 1.84 ERA during his past nine starts.

Not only do the White Sox have their hottest pitcher going, but they are playing their finest ball winning 12 of their last 17 games. Chicago is averaging 5.4 runs in its past 19 games. The White Sox have scored four or more runs in 11 of their last 13 games.

The Red Sox have dropped five of their last six road games, including a 6-1 setback to the White Sox on Friday night.