Chicago's Shane Smith and Atlanta's Bryce Elder will pitch in a crucial matchup after both teams showcased strong offensive capabilities in the series opener. The White Sox secured a season-high 19 hits in their 13-9 victory, ending a losing streak, while the Braves faced their first defeat after a five-game winning streak. Smith has posted impressive recent statistics with a 2.51 ERA and aims to build up his inning total, while Elder seeks to continue his improved performance following a quality start against the Mets.
Chicago's Shane Smith has been impressive over his last three appearances, boasting a 2.51 ERA while striking out 17 in 14 1/3 innings and limiting opponents to a .163 batting average.
Bryce Elder is looking to extend his recent strong performance, having pitched seven innings against the New York Mets, allowing three runs on five hits in his last game.
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