This AL Midweek Series Matchup column previews three four-game series and four three-game series.

This NL Midweek Series Matchups column will cover one four-game series and seven three-game sets. The following analysis was compiled with the most up-to-date pitching information available, but circumstances can and will change, so refer to the Weekly Probable Starting Pitching Report for any updates. Within each series below, the scheduled starters are listed for both teams. Following each pitcher's name, we've included their handedness, year-to-date BPV, and last five PQS scores.

Josh Hamilton and the Rangers are 5-1 against the Twins this season and are averaging 5.5 RPG at home. This weekend Texas will host Minnesota for four games.

This AL Midweek Series Matchup column previews seven three-game series.

Playoff races are in full swing this week with the top two teams in the NL East and West facing off. This NL Midweek Series Matchups column will cover five three-game series and three four-game sets.

This NL Weekend Series Matchups column will cover two four-game series and six three-game sets.

REASON TO CELEBRATE: Tampa Bay has been getting stellar pitching of late, and the Rays are 14-6 over their last 20 games.

This NL Midweek Series Matchups column will cover six three-game series and two four-game sets.

This AL Midweek Series Matchup column previews two four-game series and five three-game series.

This NL Weekend Series Matchup column previews one four-game series and seven three-game series. The following analysis was compiled with the most up-to-date pitching info available, but circumstances can change, so refer to the Weekly Probable Starting Pitching Report for any updates. Within the series below, the scheduled starters are listed for both teams. These are up to date as of this writing, but always subject to change. Following each pitcher’s name, we’ve included their handedness, year to date BPV and last five PQS scores.

SAFE SO FAR: The White Sox head into this weekend still holding an edge on the Tigers in the Central. Chicago will host Oakland for three games beginning on Friday.