The Chicago White Sox and Seattle Mariners are set to face off in Sunday's series rubber match at Guaranteed Rate Field, with the three-game set tied at 1-1. Both teams are looking to gain momentum as they hover around the .500 mark early in the season.

The White Sox enter the contest with an 18-21 record, sitting third in the AL Central. They've been particularly strong at home, posting an 8-9 mark, and have shown offensive firepower with a 13-5 record when scoring at least five runs. The Mariners, meanwhile, carry a 19-21 record and rank second in the AL West. They've been a threat with the long ball, ranking fifth in the American League with 46 home runs—averaging 1.2 per game.

Sunday's pitching matchup features a compelling contrast. The Mariners will send Logan Gilbert to the mound, who enters with a 2-3 record and a 4.30 ERA. On the other side, the White Sox will counter with Davis Martin, who has been nothing short of dominant this season. Martin boasts an impressive 5-1 record with a minuscule 1.64 ERA and 43 strikeouts, making him a formidable opponent for Seattle's lineup.

Key performers to watch include the White Sox's Miguel Vargas, who has been a consistent power source with nine home runs, and Colson Montgomery, who is batting .231 over the last 10 games with three homers. For the Mariners, Randy Arozarena has been a steady presence with a .278 average, while Julio Rodriguez has caught fire recently, going 15-for-42 with four home runs in his last 10 games.

Both teams have been competitive over their last 10 outings. The White Sox are 6-4 in that stretch, outscoring opponents by 13 runs behind a solid 3.27 ERA. The Mariners are 5-5, with a slightly higher 3.90 ERA but still managing to outscore opponents by four runs.

Injury reports show the White Sox dealing with several key absences, including Andrew Benintendi (day-to-day, neck) and multiple players on the 60-day IL. The Mariners have their own concerns, with Cal Raleigh listed as day-to-day and Victor Robles on the 10-day IL.

With the series on the line, fans can expect a tightly contested battle between two teams eager to climb their respective divisions. Whether you're rooting for the White Sox's hot-handed Martin or the Mariners' power-packed lineup, this rubber match promises plenty of action.