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Vargas Aims for 16th Straight Hit vs. White Sox
22 Apr
Summary
- Ildemaro Vargas seeks to extend his 15-game hitting streak.
- Merrill Kelly starts for the Arizona Diamondbacks on Tuesday.
- The White Sox have lost their last two games and are struggling.
The Arizona Diamondbacks will host the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday evening at Chase Field. The game is scheduled to begin at 9:40 p.m. ET.
Ildemaro Vargas is a key player to watch for the Diamondbacks, as he enters the game with a remarkable 15-game hitting streak. He will be looking to extend this streak against the visiting White Sox.
Merrill Kelly is slated to be the starting pitcher for the Diamondbacks. Kelly currently holds a record of 1-0 with an earned run average of 3.38. The Diamondbacks as a team have a strong 13-9 record this season, placing them third in the NL West standings.
Conversely, the Chicago White Sox have struggled, entering the game with an 8-14 record, positioning them fourth in the AL Central. Their expected starting pitcher is Sean Burke, who has an 0-2 record and a 4.43 ERA. The White Sox are aiming to turn their season around against the Diamondbacks.
