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Chicago White Sox at Arizona Diamondbacks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Chicago White Sox at Arizona Diamondbacks odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (18-53) play the 2nd game of their 3-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks (34-36) Saturday. First pitch from Chase Field is scheduled for 10:10 p.m. ET (FS1). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Diamondbacks odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Diamondbacks lead 1-0

The White Sox are 1-4 on their current 7-game road trip and 1-5 in their last 6 games overall, including a 7-1 defeat to Arizona in the series opener Friday.

The Diamondbacks got a career-high 8 K’s from starter RHP Ryne Nelson over 8 innings in the win Friday. It was their 2nd straight win and 4th in 5 games. They are 8-4 in their last 12.

White Sox at Diamondbacks projected starters

RHP Erick Fedde vs. RHP Scott McGough

Fedde (4-1, 3.10 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 8.5 K/9 in 81 1/3 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 7 IP, 1 R, 5 H, 1 BB, 4 K in 8-4 road loss to Seattle Mariners Monday
White Sox have lost his last 5 starts

McGough (1-3, 5.85 ERA) is the opener for Arizona for the 2nd time this season in his 19th appearance. He has a 1.70 WHIP, 5.4 BB/9 and 6.3 K/9 in 20 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 2/3 IP, 1 ER, 1 H, 0 BB, 1 K in 9-3 win at San Diego Padres Sunday
2024 home stats: 1-1, 3.29 ERA (13 2/3 IP, 5 ER), 1.46 WHIP, 7.2 K/9 in 11 relief appearances

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White Sox at Diamondbacks odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): White Sox +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Diamondbacks -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-145) | Diamondbacks -1.5 (+120)
Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: +100 | U: -120)

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White Sox at Diamondbacks picks and predictions

Prediction

Diamondbacks 7, White Sox 3

Moneyline

Chicago is 6-30 on the road this season, the worst mark in all of baseball. They have only 1 win in their last 11 road games.

The Diamondbacks, although only 18-17 at home this season, have taken care of lesser competition with a 22-17 record against teams who do not have winning records. Their offense has come alive, scoring 7 or more in 4 of their last 5 games.

But at -160 odds, betting them on the moneyline isn’t the value you want.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

Ten of the Diamondbacks’ last 13 wins have been by 2 or more runs.

The White Sox are 31-40 ATS overall this season and a league-worst 14-22 ATS on the road.

BET DIAMONDBACKS -1.5 (+120).

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Over/Under

Friday’s game had only 8 total runs, but the Diamondbacks had 6 straight games and 8 of 9 before that with 10 or more runs.

They have scored 7 or more themselves in 4 straight wins and in 5 of their last 6 victories.

BET OVER 9 (+100).

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Chicago White Sox at Seattle Mariners odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Chicago White Sox at Seattle Mariners and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (17-52) take on the Seattle Mariners (40-30) Thursday in the finale of a 4-game set at T-Mobile Park at 9:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Mariners odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Mariners lead 3-0

The White Sox got a game-tying homer from OF Luis Robert Jr. in the 9th inning Wednesday, but they lost their 4th straight. The Chi Sox are last in MLB with 3.1 R/game, last with a .217 BA and 29th with a 4.91 ERA.

The M’s have taken the first 3 games of the series 8-4, 4-3 and 2-1 in 10 innings Wednesday. Their bread and butter is their 7th-best 3.51 ERA. They are just tied for 24th with 3.9 runs/game. The scary part is OF Julio Rodriguez has yet to take off with a .268 BA, 5 HR and 25 RBIs, but the team remains 10 games over .500.

White Sox at Mariners projected starters

LHP Garrett Crochet vs. RHP Luis Castillo

Crochet (6-5, 3.33 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 0.93 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and an MLB-leading 12.3 K/9 in 75 2/3 IP.

Last start: Win, 6 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 10 K Friday against Boston Red Sox
Has never faced Mariners before
Last 7 starts: 5-1, 1.10 ERA, 0.78 WHIP, 56 K’s in 41 IP

Castillo (5-7, 3.35 ERA) makes his 15th start. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 9.2 K/9 in 83 1/3 IP.

Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 5 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 4 K Saturday against Kansas City Royals
3 career starts vs. White Sox: 1-0, 2.33 ERA, 0.88 WHIP, 23 K in 19 1/3 IP

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White Sox at Mariners odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:05 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): White Sox +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Mariners -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-185) | Mariners -1.5 (+150)
Over/Under (O/U): 6 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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White Sox at Mariners picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 4, Mariners 3

Moneyline

Chicago has gone 3-2 in Crochet’s last 5 starts, and for a team that only has 6 wins in its last 30 games, that’s important. Essentially half of the team’s wins over the last month have come with Crochet on the hill. And he has been dominant with 29 K’s in 18 IP over his last 3 GS. Meanwhile, Castillo hasn’t been himself. His 9.2 K/9 is the lowest it has been since 2021.

It’s always risky betting on such a bad team, but I’ll back Crochet and the WHITE SOX +130.

Run line/Against the spread

For as bad of a team as the White Sox are, they don’t strike out a ton. They’re 19th in MLB with 8.55 per game. For reference, the Atlanta Braves are worse with 8.66. Granted, Atlanta pulverizes the ball more than the Chi Sox.

With that said, and with Castillo’s K-rate down, I really like LUIS CASTILLO UNDER 6.5 K’s (+115). He hasn’t topped 6 K’s in 5 straight starts. I’ll take that plus-money to the bank.

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Over/Under

We have a miniscule total here at 6. It makes sense with a couple of talented starters and a couple of bad offenses. There is only 1 play here, and that’s on the Over.

Castillo gave up 5 ER to the Royals last time out and allowed 2+ ER in 6 of 7 starts. Crochet has been dominant, but he hasn’t gone more than 6 IP in 7 starts. We had totals of 12, 7 and 3 in the series thus far. The wind is expected to be blowing in from left-center on a 68-degree evening. However, you have to go with OVER 6 (-120).

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Chicago White Sox at Seattle Mariners odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago White Sox at Seattle Mariners odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (17-51) and Seattle Mariners (39-30) play the 3rd contest in a 4-game series at T-Mobile Park Wednesday. First pitch is scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Mariners odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Mariners lead 2-0

The White Sox have dropped 3 in a row, including the first 2 of this series. Chicago pitching has been a disaster for most of the season, and lately is no exception. The White Sox have allowed 18 runs in the past 3 outings, or 6.0 runs per game, and they have yielded at least 4 runs in 9 of the past 11 contests.

Wednesday’s starter, RHP Jonathan Cannon, was recalled from Triple-A in early June, and he appeared in relief against the Boston Red Sox Friday, working 3 scoreless innings with 3 hits allowed to pick up the traditional save in a 7-2 win.

The Mariners are 6½ games clear of the Texas Rangers for 1st place in the AL West, and a large part of their success is playing at home. Seattle is 23-11 at T-Mobile Park while winning 9 of the past 10 at home since May 15.

White Sox at Mariners projected starters

RHP Jonathan Cannon vs. RHP Bryce Miller

Cannon (0-1, 5.94 ERA, 1 SV) makes his 4th start and 5th appearance. He has a 1.62 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 9.2 K/9 in 16 2/3 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 4 ER, 8 H (2 HR), 2 BB, 5 K in 8-7 home win in 10 innings vs. Tampa Bay Rays April 27
2024 road splits: 0-1, 14.73 ERA (3 2/3 IP, 6 ER), 2.73 WHIP, .474 opponents’ batting average (OBA), 0 HR, 1 BB, 5 K in 1 start

Miller (5-5, 3.81 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.02 WHIP, 2.6 BB/9 and 8.6 K/9 in 75 2/3 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 7 ER, 6 H (1 HR), 3 BB, 1 K in 10-9 road loss vs. Kansas City Royals Friday
2024 home splits: 4-2, 2.13 ERA (42 1/3 IP, 10 ER), 0.87 WHIP, .169 OBA, 3 HR, 12 BB, 51 K in 7 starts

White Sox at Mariners odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:20 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): White Sox +198 (bet $100 to win $198) | Mariners -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-104) | Mariners -1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: +100 | U: -122)

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White Sox at Mariners picks and predictions

Prediction

Mariners 6, White Sox 2

Moneyline

The Mariners (-240) will cost you more than 2 times your potential return, and while the White Sox (+198) have been awful, that’s too much risk for not nearly enough reward.

Chicago pitching has been atrocious, and it is using a guy who hasn’t started a game since late April. Miller has been very good at home, too, as has Seattle in general. However, this is too much to risk straight up.

PASS.

Run line/Against the spread

The MARINERS -1.5 (-115) are worth playing on the run line, although it’s not nearly as attractive as getting plus-money laying the run and a half.

There is risk, too, as Seattle has won 3 in a row, but 2 of those victories are in 1-run games. That includes Tuesday’s 4-3 victory over the White Sox. In fact, the M’s have been involved in 8 games decided by a single run in the past 15 outings, going 6-2 in those contests. Be careful.

Over/Under

OVER 7.5 (+100) is a solid play at even-money. Cannon makes his way back into the starting rotation after receiving more seasoning in the minors. He looked good in a low-leverage situation for the traditional save last time out against Boston, but it remains to be seen how he’ll react on the road back in the rotation against a tough team with good bats at home.

Look for the M’s to do most of the heavy lifting for the Over, especially once it gets into the ChiSox ‘pen.

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Chicago White Sox at Seattle Mariners odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Chicago White Sox at Seattle Mariners odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (17-49) and Seattle Mariners (37-30) open a 4-game set Monday. First pitch from T-Mobile Park is scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Mariners odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Mariners won 4-2 last season

The White Sox snapped a 2-game win streak with a 6-4 loss in 10 innings against the Boston Red Sox Sunday while failing to cash as +129 home underdogs. SS Paul DeJong led the way on offense with a 3-run HR in the 4th inning.

Seattle snapped a 2-game losing streak with a 6-5 win in 10 innings over the Kansas City Royals Sunday while cashing as +118 road underdogs. DH Cal Raleigh led the team with 2 RBIs, while RHP Mike Baumann allowed 2 ER in 1 inning of relief and picked up the win.

White Sox at Mariners projected starters

RHP Erick Fedde vs. RHP Logan Gilbert

Fedde (4-1, 3.27 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 2.7 BB/9 and 8.8 K/9 in 74 1/3 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 0 BB, 7 K in 7-6 loss at Chicago Cubs Wednesday
Career vs. Mariners: 0-2, 3.48 ERA (10 1/3 IP, 2 ER), 1.26 WHIP, 6.1 K/9 in 2 starts in 2022

Gilbert (3-4, 3.12 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 0.98 WHIP, 2.2 BB/9 and 8.2 K/9 in 83 2/3 IP.

Last start: Loss, 7 IP, 1 ER, 5 H, 0 BB, 5 K in 2-1 setback at Oakland A’s Wednesday
Career vs. White Sox: 2-0, 0.98 ERA (18 1/3 IP, 2 ER), 1.04 WHIP, 9.3 K/9 in 4 starts, including 0-0 with 3.38 ERA (5 1/3 IP, 2 ER) in 1 start last season

White Sox at Mariners odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): White Sox +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Mariners -225 (bet $225 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-110) | Mariners -1.5 (+110)
Over/Under (O/U): 7 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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White Sox at Mariners picks and predictions

Prediction

Mariners 5, White Sox 3

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Mariners (-225) to beat the White Sox, who are 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Run line/Against the spread

BET MARINERS -1.5 (-110).

Seattle has won by 2 or more runs in 3 of its last 5 games and is 3-0 in its last 3 at home. It has allowed 3 or fewer runs in 5 of its last 8 games while scoring 5 or more in 5 of its last 9. Chicago has lost 5 of its last 8 games by 2 or more runs and allowed 6 or more runs in 6 of its last 9 outings.

Over/Under

BET OVER 7 (-115).

While the White Sox have played poorly with a 2-8 record over their last 10 games, they have scored 4 or more runs in each of their last 3 and 6 of their last 9. They have allowed 4 or more runs in 7 of their last 9 games. Seattle has scored 4 or more runs in 3 straight games and 7 of its last 9.

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Boston Red Sox at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Boston Red Sox at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (32-33) and Chicago White Sox (17-48) conclude a 4-game series Sunday. First pitch from Guaranteed Rate Field is slated for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. White Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: White Sox lead 2-1

The Red Sox dropped their 2nd straight game in the series on Saturday, 6-1. RHP Brayan Bello was beat up for 5 ER on 9 hits over 4 2/3 IP. Their only run was a HR from RF Bobby Dalbec. Boston is 2-4 in its last 6 road games.

Chicago will try to break a 6-series losing streak on Sunday. RHP Nick Nastrini had his best start of the season, allowing 1 ER on 2 hits in 4 1/3 IP. RF Gavin Sheets was the offensive hero for the White Sox, going 3-for-4 with a grand slam in the 5th inning.

Red Sox at White Sox projected starters

RHP Zack Kelly vs. RHP Chris Flexen

Kelly (0-1, 2.04 ERA) makes his 1st start of the season. He has a 1.19 WHIP, 5.1 BB/9 and 8.2 K/9 in 17 2/3 IP in 12 relief appearances.

Last appearance: No-decision, 1 IP, 0 ER, 0 H, 0 BB, 2 K in 9-0 home victory over the Atlanta Braves last Wednesday
2024 road splits: 0-0, 1.50 ERA, 6 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 3 BB, 6 K in 4 games

Flexen (2-5, 5.19 ERA) makes his 14th appearance (12th start). He has a 1.34 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 7.0 K/9 in 59 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 0 BB, 4 K in 7-6 loss at Chicago Cubs Tuesday
Career vs Red Sox: 1-0, 3.60 ERA, 15 IP, 14 H, 6 ER, 4 BB, 10 K in 4 games

Red Sox at White Sox odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Red Sox -162 (bet $162 to win $100) | White Sox +136 (bet $100 to win $136)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox -1.5 (-104) | White Sox +1.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Red Sox at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 7, Red Sox 6

Moneyline.

BET WHITE SOX (+138).

I feel like this game is a toss up especially with the Red Sox putting an opener out there. It’s almost like waiving the white flag and trying to get back on the plane to Boston.

I’ll take the plus-odds on Chicago, which has outscored the Red Sox 13-3 over the last 2 games.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I’m going to focus my bet on the moneyline and not worry about the run line.

Over/Under

BET OVER 9 (-110).

I see this game as a shootout. When you look at this pitching situation, it definitely sets up for a lot of offense. It definitely helps the Over cause when the White Sox allow MLB’s 2nd-most runs per game (5.31). The Red Sox are putting out a kid making his 1st career start and Boston has allowed 7 and 6 runs the last 2 games.

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Boston Red Sox at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Boston Red Sox at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (15-48) welcome the Boston Red Sox (32-31) to Guaranteed Rate Field Friday for the 2nd game of their 4-game series. First pitch is set for 8:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. White Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Red Sox lead 1-0

The White Sox have lost 14 straight games with just 3 of those coming by 1 run and 8 of them coming at home. Chicago dropped the 1st game of the series 14-2 Thursday. Boston used two 4-run innings to jump ahead and never looked back. The White Sox are 26-37 against the spread (ATS) on the season and sit 5th in the AL Central.

The Red Sox, who are 18-13 on the road this season, have won 2 straight, splitting a series with the Atlanta Braves prior to their Thursday win. Boston has won 4 of its last 6. Despite an above-.500 record, the Red Sox sit 3rd in the AL East and are just 28-35 ATS on the season.

Red Sox at White Sox projected starters

RHP Cooper Criswell vs. LHP Garrett Crochet

Criswell (3-2, 3.92 ERA) makes his 10th start. The rookie has a 1.19 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 8.5 K/9 in 43 2/3 IP.

Last start: Win, 5 IP, 1 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 5 K in 6-3 home victory over Detroit Tigers Saturday
2024 road splits: 1-1, 4.82 ERA (18 2/3 IP, 10 ER), 1.29 WHIP, 1 HR, 7.7 K/9 in 4 starts
Career vs. White Sox: 0-0, 3.38 ERA (2 2/3 IP, 1 ER), 3 H, 2 BB, 3 K in 1 relief appearance of 8-7 home victory with Tampa Bay Rays April 21, 2023

Crochet (5-5, 3.49 ERA) makes his 14th start. He has a 0.93 WHIP, 1.9 BB/9 and 12.0 K/9 in 69 2/3 IP.

Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 1 ER, 5 H, 1 BB, 8 K in 4-3 road loss in 10 innings to Milwaukee Brewers Saturday
2024 home splits: 3-3, 2.50 ERA (39 2/3 IP, 11 ER), 0.86 WHIP, 3 HR, 13.8 K/9 in 5 starts
Career vs. Red Sox: 0-1, 3.00 ERA (3 IP, 1 ER), 2.00 WHIP, 12.0 K/9 in 4 relief appearances

Red Sox at White Sox odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:03 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Red Sox -110 (bet $110 to win $100) | White Sox -106 (bet $106 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox -1.5 (+142) | White Sox +1.5 (-172)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -118 | U: -104)

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Red Sox at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 5, Red Sox 4

Moneyline

BET WHITE SOX (-106).

The White Sox have lost 14 straight, so the books making this the moneyline odds is alarming.

However, it is because of Crochet’s play. The White Sox are 5-8 when he takes the mound, but he has gone at least 5 innings and allowed 2 or fewer earned runs in 7 straight games. The White Sox are 4-2 in his last 6 starts. Chicago has scored 14 runs in its last 3 games.

Meanwhile, the Red Sox have allowed 23 runs in Criswell’s last 4 starts and have lost 4 of their last 8 games. Boston is just 7-8 over its last 15 road games.

The White Sox have their bats heating up with a strong option on the mound. Expect them to snap their losing streak, and bet WHITE SOX (-106).

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

There’s no great option on the run line. The White Sox are far too expensive as run-line underdogs. A bettor would pay almost twice the potential return for a team that’s struggled over the last few weeks.

On the flip side, the Red Sox are too risky as run-line favorites given Crochet’s strong play as of late. Ultimately, avoid a run-line play.

Over/Under

BET OVER 7.5 (-118).

The White Sox have gone Over in 4 straight games and are 5-0-1 O/U in their last 6. Chicago has scored at least 3 runs in 5 of its last 6 games and at least 5 in 3 of its last 6.

The Red Sox have gone north of the total in 5 of their last 6 games as well and allowed at least 8 runs in 2 of their last 4. Boston has been solid offensively, scoring at least 6 runs in 4 of its last 6 games.

Considering the trends for both sides, back OVER 7.5 (-118).

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Boston Red Sox at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Boston Red Sox at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Boston Red Sox (31-31) and Chicago White Sox (15-47) open up a 4-game series Thursday. First pitch from Guaranteed Rate Field is scheduled for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Red Sox vs. White Sox odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: 1st meeting; White Sox won 4-2 in 2023

The Red Sox are just 5-7 in their last 12 games, although they were able to split a 2-game set against the visiting Atlanta Braves recently. Boston was victorious 9-0 Wednesday afternoon as a -110 favorite. SP Nick Pivetta allowed only 1 hit in 7 innings with 9 strikeouts, while 3B Rafael Devers drove in 3 with 2 HRs and CF Jarren Duran tripled and homered.

The White Sox lost to the crosstown rival Cubs by a score of 7-6 both Tuesday and Wednesday, making it 13 straight losses for the Windy City’s AL club. The White Sox own the worst record in MLB, and manager Pedro Grifol’s time as manager may be running out according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

Red Sox at White Sox projected starters

RHP Tanner Houck vs. RHP Jake Woodford

Houck (5-5, 1.85 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 0.96 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 in 78 innings.

Last start: Win, 7 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 2 BB, 6 K in 7-3 home victory vs. Detroit Tigers Friday
Has allowed only 1 HR this season; HR/9 (0.12) and HR/FB % (2.0%) are lowest in MLB
Career vs. White Sox: 0-3, 5.93 ERA (13 2/3 IP, 9 ER), 1.68 WHIP, 5.3 K/9 in 4 games (3 starts)

Woodford (0-1, 6.23 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He has a 1.62 WHIP, 4.2 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 in 4 1/3 innings.

Last start: Loss, 4 1/3 IP, 3 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 4 K in 7-2 home setback vs. Toronto Blue Jays May 28.
Triple-A Charlotte stats: 1-3, 5.26 ERA (49 2/3 IP, 29 ER), 1.39 WHIP, 3.1 BB/9, 7.6 K/9 in 10 starts

Red Sox at White Sox odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:27 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Red Sox -235 (bet $235 to win $160) | White Sox +194 (bet $100 to win $194)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Red Sox -1.5 (-146) | White Sox +1.5 (+122)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -122 | U: +100)

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Red Sox at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Red Sox 5, White Sox 3

Moneyline

PASS.

Way too much juice to lay with Boston (-235) on its own, although you can always consider it in a parlay. I would rather take a shot on the White Sox ML Friday with SP Garrett Crochet taking the bump against a Red Sox lineup that leads MLB in K% vs. LHP.

Run line/Against the spread

BET RED SOX -1.5 (-146).

The White Sox have lost 17 of their last 18 games and closer RP Michael Kopech described their situation as “not fun.” — surprise, surprise.

Neither is the idea of backing the White Sox, even getting a run and a half. Devers enters Thursday action ranked in the top 8 in the AL in homers (13 — 8th) and OBP (.380 — 6th).

The Red Sox have a clear advantage in both the hitting and pitching departments and they should win by multiple runs. Plus, RF Tyler O’Neill just returned Wednesday from a 10-day IL stint for knee inflammation.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8.5 (+100).

Over the last month, both teams are in the bottom 6 in terms of walk percentage (White Sox 7.0%, Red Sox 7.1%), plus Houck has issued only 4 free passes over his last 20 innings. DH Eloy Jimenez is still out for Chicago and 1B Andrew Vaughn is hitting .211, so I would not expect this White Sox lineup to do much damage.

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Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (15-46) battle the Chicago Cubs (30-31) in the finale of a short 2-game series Wednesday. First pitch from Wrigley Field is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Cubs lead 1-0

The White Sox have lost 12 games in a row after falling 7-6 Tuesday as +247 road underdogs. DH Korey Lee and 3B Lenyn Sosa each had 2 RBIs during a 5-run 4th inning as the Sox jumped out to a 5-0 lead.

After the Cubs tied it in the bottom of the 6th, CF Luis Robert Jr. put the Sox back in front with a solo homer in the 7th, but Cubs LF Ian Happ hit a 2-run, go-ahead double in the 8th for the final score. PH/1B Patrick Wisdom and 3B Christopher Morel both homered as the Cubs (-278) fought their way back, helping the Over (9.5) hit.

White Sox at Cubs projected starters

RHP Erick Fedde vs. RHP Jameson Taillon

Fedde (4-1, 3.12 ERA) makes his 13th start. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 8.6 K/9 through 69 1/3 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 4 ER, 9 H, 4 BB, 8 K in 12-5 loss at Milwaukee Brewers Friday
White Sox are 5-7 in his 12 starts with Fedde allowing 4 or more ER in 2 of his last 3 outings
Career vs. Cubs: 0-0, 5.56 ERA (11 1/3 IP, 7 ER), 12 H, 5 BB, 15 K in 2 starts — last outing in 2021

Taillon (3-2, 2.84 ERA) makes his 9th start. He has a 1.26 WHIP, 2.4 BB/9 and 5.9 K/9 through 44 1/3 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 6 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 1 BB, 4 K in 6-4 loss at Brewers Thursday
Cubs are 4-4 in his 8 starts, but they are 0-4 in his last 4. He has allowed 3 ER in each of his last 3 outings
Career vs. White Sox: 0-0, 2.38 ERA (22 2/3 IP, 6 ER), 1.15 WHIP, 7.9 K/9 in 4 starts

White Sox at Cubs odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:10 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): White Sox +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Cubs -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-130) | Cubs -1.5 (+105)
Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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White Sox at Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction

Cubs 6, White Sox 4

Moneyline

BET CUBS (-175).

While the White Sox have lost 12 in a row, the Cubs are just 3-9 in their last 12 games. The Cubs still have a clear advantage, however with Taillon on the mound, in which the Cubs have lost his last 4 starts, and less profit to be made on a win, do not make a large wager on the outcome.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

With both teams at a combined 3-21 over each of their last 12 games, it is evident neither team has played well enough to merit a bet on the run line. Both have struggled defensively and only seen minimal success on offense.

Over/Under

BET OVER 9 (-120).

The Over is 5-3-2 in the last 10 games for the White Sox, including in back-to-back outings. The pitching staff has allowed 4 or more runs in 11 of its last 12, and 5 or more in 9 of those 12.

The Cubs have hit the Over in 7 of their last 10, including 6 of their last 7. They have scored 4 or more in 6 of their last 7, and 6 or more in 4 of their last 7, while allowing 5 or more in 8 of their last 10.

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Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Chicago White Sox at Chicago Cubs odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (15-45) and Chicago Cubs (29-31) open a 2-game set at Wrigley Field Tuesday. First pitch is scheduled for 8:05 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Cubs won 3-1 last season

Chicago baseball is in a serious rut. The White Sox season is depressing to watch, and they’re currently on an 11-game losing streak. The White Sox lost 6-3 at the Milwaukee Brewers Sunday despite scoring 2 runs in the top of the 1st inning. It could have been worse, as the Brewers left 6 men on base, while the White Sox left 4.

The Cubs, after a strong start to the season, have lost 8 of their last 10 games and are below .500. They fell 5-2 to the Cincinnati Reds in Chicago Sunday. They had given up 5 runs by the 3rd inning and left 9 runners on base, compared to the Reds’ 6.

White Sox at Cubs projected starters

RHP Chris Flexen vs. LHP Shota Imanaga

Flexen (2-5, 5.50 ERA) makes his 11th start and 13th appearance. He has a 1.40 WHIP, 3.7 BB/9 and 7.0 K/9 in 54 innings.

Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 2 ER, 4 H, 5 BB, 6 K in 3-1 home loss against Toronto Blue Jays Wednesday
2024 road stats: 1-2, 4.76 ERA (22 2/3 IP, 12 ER) in 3 starts and 2 relief appearances

Imanaga (5-1, 1.86 ERA) makes his 11th start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 1.6 BB/9 and 9.2 K/9 in 58 innings.

Last start: Loss, 4 1/3 IP, 7 ER, 8 H, 1 BB, 1 K in 10-6 road loss to Brewers Wednesday
2024 home stats: 2-0, 1.20 ERA (30 IP, 4 ER) in 5 starts

White Sox at Cubs odds

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Moneyline (ML): White Sox +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Cubs -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (+120) | Cubs -1.5 (-145)
Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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White Sox at Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 4, Cubs 3

Moneyline

I’m not saying that the White Sox (+240) will win, but there is value in picking them as underdogs. Their inter-league record (5-12) is better than any other opponent by division; their 5-14 record against the AL East is their next best category.

But since they are also at plus money on the run line, I will PASS here.

Run line/Against the spread

The Cubs have been awful recently, and while Imanaga is their top pitcher, their bullpen will still give up runs. I like the White Sox to keep things close, or potentially win.

LEAN WHITE SOX +1.5 (+120).

Over/Under

The main source of recent troubles for both teams has been offense. The White Sox are 30th in runs per game in the past 3 weeks, while the Cubs are 29th.

Imanaga is in a perfect get-right spot after a loss. But his team’s bats may not provide much insurance.

BET UNDER 9.5 (-115).

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Chicago White Sox at Milwaukee Brewers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Chicago White Sox at Milwaukee Brewers odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Chicago White Sox (15-42) and Milwaukee Brewers (33-23) open a 3-game set Friday. First pitch from American Family Field is set for 8:10 p.m. ET (ESPN+). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Brewers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Brewers won 3-0 last season

The White Sox have lost 8 games in a row after falling 3-1 against the Toronto Blue Jays Wednesday while failing to cash as +182 home underdogs. DH Korey Lee scored Chicago’s only run with a solo shot in the 9th, while RHP Chris Flexen allowed 2 ER in 5 innings and picked up the loss.

Milwaukee has won back-to-back games after taking down the Chicago Cubs 6-4 Thursday to cash as a -119 home favorite. C Gary Sanchez led the way on offense with 3 RBIs, including a walk-off 2 run homer, while LHP Bryan Hudson allowed 2 ER in 1 2/3 innings and picked up the win.

White Sox at Brewers projected starters

RHP Erick Fedde vs. RHP Tobias Myers

Fedde (4-1, 2.80 ERA) makes his 12th start. He has a 1.07 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 64 1/3 IP.

White Sox are 5-6 in his starts, including 0-2 in his last 2
Has allowed 0 ER in 3 of his last 4 starts
Has allowed 20 ER and 8 HR this season while striking out 58 and walking 18

Myers (1-2, 4.43 ERA) makes his 6th start and 7th appearance. The rookie has a 1.39 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 9.3 K/9 in 22 1/3 IP.

Brewers are 2-4 in his outings
Has allowed a total of just 2 ER over his last 3 appearances (9 1/3 IP)
Has allowed 11 ER and 6 HR while striking out 23 and walking 9

White Sox at Brewers odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): White Sox +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Brewers -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-155) | Brewers -1.5 (+125)
Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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White Sox at Brewers picks and predictions

Prediction

Brewers 5, White Sox 1

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Brewers (-160) to beat the White Sox, who have lost 8 straight games.

Run line/Against the spread

BET BREWERS -1.5 (+125).

Each of Chicago’s last 17 losses have come by 2 or more runs. The team has scored 2 or fewer runs in each of its last 4 games and allowed 4 or more in 7 of its last 8. Each of Milwaukee’s last 8 wins have come by 2 or more runs, and the team has scored 5 or more runs in 6 of its last 9 games.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 8 (-115).

While Milwaukee has played well offensively over this recent stretch, scoring 5 or more runs 3 times in its last 4 games, the White Sox have been struggling. Chicago has failed to hit the Over in 4 of its last 5 games due to its inability to score. It has scored 2 runs or fewer in 6 of its last 10 games.

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