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White Sox Vs. Rangers Preview: Chris Sale, Yu Darvish To Face Off On Friday

Friday's White Sox-Rangers game features a pair of All Star starters in Chris Sale and Yu Darvish.

Apr 8, 2012; Arlington, TX, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Adam Dunn (32) bats during the game against the Texas Rangers at Rangers Ballpark. The Rangers beat the White Sox 5-0. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-US PRESSWIRE
Apr 8, 2012; Arlington, TX, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Adam Dunn (32) bats during the game against the Texas Rangers at Rangers Ballpark. The Rangers beat the White Sox 5-0. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-US PRESSWIRE

Fans could be treated to quite the pitching duel on Friday as the Chicago White Sox and Texas Rangers begin a three-game series at the Ballpark in Arlington. Chris Sale and Yu Darvish are starting for the White Sox and Rangers, respectively, pitting the two All Stars against each other.

Even coming off a disappointing start against the Detroit Tigers, Sale has a 2.37 ERA with 108 strikeouts and 29 walks over 117.2 innings this season. Darvish has been a tad less impressive statistically, posting a 3.88 ERA with 132 strikeouts and 61 walks over 116 innings in his MLB debut season.

Location: Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Arlington, Texas

Game Date & Time: Friday, July 27, 7:05 p.m. CT

TV: WCIU

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