White Sox Look to Keep the Brooms Out After Friday's Upset

The White Sox just walked into Target Field and smacked the Twins 7-4 on Friday, spoiling what should've been a routine home win for Minnesota. DarkHorse backed the Twins at -117 and got burned—sometimes the better team just doesn't show up. Now we've got Saturday's rematch, and the question is whether Chicago can actually build on that or if it was just one of those fluky August nights where nothing makes sense.

Minnesota's still the superior squad on paper, playing meaningful games while the White Sox are auditioning for next year's roster. But baseball's a funny game, and momentum—even fake momentum—can carry over for a series or two. The Twins need to shake off that stinker and remember they're fighting for playoff positioning, not playing down to the competition.

Chicago's offense showed some pop Friday, but let's see if they can do it twice in a row against a Twins pitching staff that's usually stingier at home. Minnesota should be irritated, focused, and ready to even this thing up. DarkHorse hasn't weighed in yet on Saturday's tilt, but don't be shocked if the sharps lean back toward the home side after that embarrassing showing. Expect the Twins to come out swinging.