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Chicago White Sox at Baltimore Orioles odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago White Sox at Baltimore Orioles odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (62-61) and Baltimore Orioles (64-58) meet Wednesday at 7:05 p.m. ET for the middle contest of a 3-game set at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Orioles odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Baltimore leads 4-1

The White Sox won 5 straight games from Aug. 12-16, but since then — and including a 5-3 setback in the Tuesday opener of this series — Chicago is 1-5 and has been outscored 40-18.

The Orioles went 12-6 coming out of the All-Star break; they are 6-6 since. At home, Baltimore is 10-4 with a fine .779 OPS since July 25.

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White Sox at Orioles projected starters

RHP Lucas Giolito vs. RHP Spenser Watkins

Giolito (9-7, 5.34 ERA) has registered a 1.53 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 10.2 K/9 through 116 1/3 IP and 22 starts.

Owns a 6.12 ERA over his last 5 starts
Figures to see a lot of lefty swingers against the Orioles; has done quite well against left-handed batters this season, filing a .641 OPS against and 31% K rate.

Watkins (4-3, 4.04 ERA) owns a 1.33 WHIP, 2.5 BB/9 and 5.5 K/9 through 78 IP across 17 games (16 starts)

Owns a 4.70 ERA across his last 5 starts at Camden Yards but a 2.70 mark in his last 7 starts overall
Has logged a 5.70 ERA, 1.48 WHIP in 132 2/3 career IP

White Sox at Orioles odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:50 a.m. ET.

Money line: White Sox -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Orioles +102 (bet $100 to win $102)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (+130) | Orioles +1.5 (-160)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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White Sox at Orioles picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 5, Orioles 4

Money line

Watkins is a fly-baller that has been aided by a low 8.6% rate of such hits landing as home runs.

Giolito has been undone by a .419 batting average on balls in play across his rough 5-game stretch.

Baltimore’s offense has slowed over its last 10 games overall. THERE IS LEVERAGE IN THIS CHICAGO (-125) PLAY.

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Run line/Against the spread

The White Sox are a lean, but the return here needs to be over +140 to make for any value. PASS.

Over/Under

Both sides have quality of contact figures that indicate a little more offense in the tank. The Over is 4-0 in the last 4 White Sox-Orioles games, and that’s the slight lean here.

TAKE THE OVER 8.5 (-107).

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Chicago White Sox at Baltimore Orioles odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Chicago White Sox at Baltimore Orioles odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (62-60) take on the Baltimore Orioles (63-58) Tuesday in the 1st game of a 3-game set at Camden Yards. First pitch is set for 7:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Orioles odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Orioles lead 3-1

The White Sox continue their inconsistent ways, dropping 4 out of 5 in the last few days. They are still 11-9 in the last 20 games and 16-14 in the last 30. They just can’t seem to string together any semblance of consistency. They’re a solid road team, though, at 32-29. They have a chip on their shoulder as the O’s took 3 of 4 from them at home in June.

Baltimore continues to hang around being a pest for contenders. They’re 5-5 in the last 10 games and 17-13 in thelast 30. Tuesday’s starter, Austin Voth, has been a pleasant surprise on a staff of surprising results. The Orioles are tied for 16th in ERA, which would probably have been about a +400 wager if you placed it at the beginning of the season.

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White Sox at Orioles projected starters

RHP Dylan Cease vs. RHP Austin Voth

Cease (12-5, 2.09 ERA) makes his 25th start. He has a 1.17 WHIP, 3.9 BB/9 and 12.0 K/9 in 133 2/3 IP.

Looked mortal in his last start: 5 IP, 6 H, 3 ER, 3 BB, 4 K against the Houston Astros
Dominated Baltimore June 26: 7 IP, 4 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 13 K

Voth (3-1, 4.86 ERA) makes his 11th start and 34th appearance. He has a 1.41 WHIP, 2.6 BB/9 and 8.4 K/9 in 66 2/3 IP.

Has a 2.81 ERA over 14 games and 10 starts since being acquired from Washington
Went 3 IP with 1 ER on 1 H and 2 BB while fanning 3 against the White Sox June 24

White Sox at Orioles odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:01 p.m. ET.

Money line (ML): White Sox -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Orioles +115 (bet $100 to win $115)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (+122) | Orioles +1.5 (-150)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -102 | U: -122)

White Sox at Orioles picks and predictions

Prediction

Orioles 4, White Sox 3

Money line

The Orioles almost got the White Sox in Cease’s last start. They scored 2 in the 9th to fall 4-3. They’ll have a similar formula Tuesday in providing body blows while he’s on the mound before the eventual knockout to the bullpen. Plus, Cease’s stuff hasn’t been as good his last few starts. He’s approaching his career high in innings and could be wearing down. Nonetheless, ORIOLES (+115) feels like a bargain.

Run line/Against the spread

I’m absolutely rolling with Orioles +1.5 (-150), and I wouldn’t be surprised if this were steamed up to -170 or more before first pitch. Baltimore, though inferiorly talented, are a better team than the White Sox. They’re also 35-23 at home. Take the ORIOLES +1.5 (-150).

Over/Under

Three of the 4 matchups have seen 7 or fewer runs this year. The wind is also blowing in from left-center at 7 mph. The O’s have hit the Under 5 out of 6 times. It could be close, but LEAN UNDER 7.5 (-122).

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Chicago White Sox at Kansas City Royals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Chicago White Sox at Kansas City Royals odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (62-59) take on the Kansas City Royals (49-74) Monday in a 1-game makeup at Kauffman Stadium. First pitch is set for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Royals odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Royals lead 8-7

The White Sox snapped a 3-game losing streak against Cleveland Saturday before rain washed them out Sunday. Chicago is 6-4 in its last 10 games and 17-13 in the last 30. They are just 12-14 against left-handed starters, which they’ll face Monday.

The Royals lost 3 of 4 to the Tampa Bay Rays over the weekend and are just 2-8 in their last 10. They are a somewhat respectable 29-34 at home and 22-26 within the division. They did take 3 of 4 against Chicago just 2 weeks ago at Kauffman.

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White Sox at Royals projected starters

RHP Michael Kopech vs. LHP Daniel Lynch

Kopech (4-9, 3.25 ERA) makes his 23rd start of the season. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 4.3 BB/9 and 8.0 K/9 in 110 2/3 IP.

Is 0-1 with a 2.81 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 6.2 K/9 in 3 career starts against Royals
Struggles slightly on the road with a 3.64 ERA, 1.43 WHIP vs. 2.97 ERA and 1.01 WHIP at home

Lynch (4-8, 4.52 ERA) makes his 20th start of the season. He has a 1.47 WHIP, 3.7 BB/9 and 8.7 K/9 in 93 2/3 IP.

Great against White Sox in 2 starts at their place this season with 11 1/3 shutout innings, 8 H, 2 BB and 14 K
Struggles a bit at home with a 5.22 ERA and 1.36 WHIP

White Sox at Royals odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:14 a.m. ET.

Money line (ML): White Sox -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | Royals +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (+105) | Royals +1.5 (-130)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

White Sox at Royals picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 5, Royals 3

Money line

The White Sox should benefit from the extra day off due to Sunday’s rainout, and I look for them to take this game over late. Lynch shut them down twice at their place earlier this season, but he isn’t as effective at home. Kopech hasn’t allowed more than 2 ER to the Royals in any of his 3 career starts against them. So take the WHITE SOX (-155).

Run line/Against the spread

When the White Sox win, it’s usually by more than 1 run as 9 of their last 12 wins have been by 2 or more runs. Kansas City has the 3rd-worst bullpen ERA at 4.69 to help them along. The White Sox are 31-29 on the RL on the road this season, which isn’t bad for a team just 3 games over .500 overall. Take the WHITE SOX -1.5 (+105) for a HALF UNIT.

Over/Under

Both teams have been Under teams at 4-5-1 and 4-6 O/U the last 10 games, respectively. The White Sox have gone Under in 3 of 4, and the Royals went Under in 4 of 5. The Under is 4-0-1 in Kopech’s last 5 road starts. The Under is 12-4 in the last 16 meetings in Kansas City. Take the UNDER 8.5 (-112).

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Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (61-59) take on the Cleveland Guardians (64-55) Saturday in the 2nd game of a 3-game set at Progressive Field. First pitch is set for 6:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Guardians odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Guardians lead 9-5

The tides keep turning for the White Sox, who have dropped 3 in a row after a 5-game win streak. They are 26-26 within the division and 3½ games back of the 1st-place Guardians. If there was a must-win game in August, this is it.

The Guardians took care of business 5-2 in Friday’s opener behind RHP Triston McKenzie’s career-high 14 strikeouts. They’re in a good position with their ace on the hill Saturday. Cleveland has won 10 of 13 and boast a 32-24 home record.

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White Sox at Guardians projected starters

RHP Johnny Cueto vs. RHP Shane Bieber

Cueto (5-5, 2.78 ERA) makes his 17th start and 18th appearance. He has a 1.20 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 5.8 K/9 in 110 IP.

Allowed 1 ER on 6 H and 1 BB with 3 K in 8 IP last time out to beat the visiting Houston Astros 4-2 Monday
No-decision at home against Cleveland July 23 after allowing 3 ER on 8 H and 1 BB with 0 K in 7 IP

Bieber (8-6, 3.18 ERA) makes his 23rd start. He has a 1.10 WHIP, 1.9 BB/9 and 9.1 K/9 in 138 2/3 IP.

Owns a 3.21 ERA (47 2/3 IP, 17 ER) and 5-2 record over the last 7 starts
Allowed 6 ER in 6 IP in 6-3 loss at the White Sox July 24 but held them to 2 ER in 15 IP, including complete-game victory, in other 2 starts against them this year, both wins

White Sox at Guardians odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:38 p.m. ET.

Money line (ML): White Sox +145 (bet $100 to win $145) | Guardians -180 (bet $180 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-155) | Guardians -1.5 (+125)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

White Sox at Guardians picks and predictions

Prediction

Guardians 4, White Sox 2

Money line

It’s possible that Chicago steals this one as Cueto was awesome against Houston last time out. However, I think Bieber holds it down at home. Cleveland has scored 4 or more runs in 7 of 9 games, and that’s what it will take to get it done Saturday.

Instead of paying the -180 juice, let’s go with GUARDIANS TOTAL RUNS OVER 3.5 (-150).

Run line/Against the spread

I’m not confident enough in the Guardians offense, despite picking a 4-2 win to throw down on the RL. One way we can go is to read into Bieber’s last 2 starts at home against the White Sox. He allowed 3 hits in 9 innings (July 12) and 4 hits in 6 innings (April 20).

So, let’s go with WHITE SOX UNDER 4.5 HITS FIRST 5 INNINGS (-145) for a HALF UNIT.

Over/Under

The Over is just 3-7 in the Guardians’ last 10 games, and they’ve won 7 of those.

The Under is 4-0 in the last 4 meetings between these teams in Cleveland.

The Under is 5-0 in Bieber’s last 5 home starts when the total was between 7.0-8.5.

UNDER 7.5 (-115) looks good Saturday.

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Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Chicago White Sox at Cleveland Guardians odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (61-58) and Cleveland Guardians (63-55) open a 3-game set at Progressive Field. Friday’s series opener is slated for a 7:05 p.m. ET first pitch. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Guardians odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Cleveland leads 8-5

The White Sox have lost 2 straight after winning 5 in a row from Aug. 12-16. Chicago had a fine 2nd-half ERA of 3.39 until coughing up 21 runs in Thursday’s loss to the Houston Astros.

The Guardians have pitched themselves to a 12-6 record since July 31. Cleveland owns a 3.24 ERA, 1.09 WHIP over that productive stretch.

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White Sox at Guardians projected starters

RHP Lance Lynn vs. RHP Triston McKenzie

Lynn (3-5, 5.62 ERA) owns a 1.25 WHIP, 1.5 BB/9 and 9.5 K/9 through 65 2/3 IP in 12 starts.

Has a 3.34 ERA, 0.91 WHIP over his last 5 starts
Owns a 6.92 ERA in 5 starts against Cleveland since last May

McKenzie (8-9, 3.14 ERA) has a 0.97 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 through 134 2/3 IP in 22 games (21 starts).

Owns a 6.65 ERA in his last 5 starts against Chicago
Has come on strong in July and August with a 1.82 ERA in his last 8 starts
Has a 2.82 ERA at home

White Sox at Guardians odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:37 a.m. ET.

Money line: White Sox +110 (bet $100 to win $110) | Guardians -135 (bet $135 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-190) | Guardians -1.5 (+155)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

White Sox at Guardians picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 4, Guardians 3

Money line

Lynn has been undone by a .312 batting average on balls in play and a very low strand rate. The veteran righty has yielded a .355 BABIP with runners in scoring position.

McKenzie has some BABIP numbers that sway the other way, and he’s been more fortunate in 3rd-time around situations.

It all spells some leverage for the visiting team in a series of 2 teams closely matched when it comes to pitting real production against expected production based on analytics.

TAKE CHICAGO (+110).

Run line/Against the spread

Bettors not scared off buy the bullpen disparity of late between these clubs (last 30 days: Cleveland 2.31 ERA , Chicago 5.11) should consider the WHITE SOX +1.5 (-190).

Over/Under

PASS. No leverage on either side of this total and these prices.

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Houston Astros at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Houston Astros at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Houston Astros (75-43) try to turn it around against the Chicago White Sox (61-56) Wednesday in the 3rd game of a 4-game set at Guaranteed Rate Field. First pitch is set for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Astros vs. White Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: White Sox lead 3-2

The Astros blew leads late in the last 2 games to fall to the White Sox 4-2 Monday and 4-3 Tuesday. Houston is just 11-9 over the last 20 games in this rough patch.

The White Sox are playing spirited baseball, having won 5 in a row. They’re 1 game back of the AL Central-leading Guardians. Chicago is doing it with starting pitching from unlikely sources like 8 strong innings from RHP Johnny Cueto Monday.

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Astros at White Sox projected starters

LHP Framber Valdez vs. RHP Michael Kopech

Valdez (11-4, 2.73 ERA) makes his 23rd start. He has a 1.13 WHIP, 3.1 BB/9 and 8.1 K/9 in 142 IP.

Having career year, tied for lowest HR/9 in MLB at 0.4
Last start: Allowed 4 H and 1 BB in 7 shutout IP with 8 K in 7-3 home win vs. Texas Thursday
Allowed 3 ER on 8 H and no BB with 7 K over 6 IP in 13-3 home win vs. White Sox June 17

Kopech (4-8, 3.18 ERA) makes his 22nd start. He has a 1.18 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 in 104 2/3 IP.

Coming off his best start of career with 6 shutout IP and 11 K in a no-decision, White Sox 2-0 victory vs. Detroit Friday
Allowed 4 ER on 7 H and 1 BB with 4 K in 5 IP in a 4-3 loss at Astros June 19

Astros at White Sox odds and lines

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Money line (ML): Astros -155 (bet $155 to win $100) | White Sox +125 (bet $100 to win $125)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (+110) | White Sox +1.5 (-135)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

Astros at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 6, White Sox 4

Money line

The Astros are the superior team, and now that they have blown leads late in the last 2 games, I look for them to respond. White Sox starter Kopech has an electric fastball, but he can’t locate his stuff. His walk rate is far too high, which gets him into trouble, and the Astros feast on fastballs.

HOUSTON (-155) feels like a bargain.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS. We’re picking the Astros to win by 2 runs, but the ML is a good enough value to be happy with and not get overzealous.

Over/Under

This is the first contending team Kopech has faced in 5 starts, and I look for Houston to get on the board early. The Over is 5-2-1 in the last 8 meetings between these teams. The forecast calls for a wind blowing out to right-center field at 9 mph. The Over is also 4-0 in Valdez’s last 4 starts. Take the OVER 7.5 (-130) for a FULL UNIT.

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Houston Astros at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Houston Astros at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Houston Astros (75-42) blew a late lead against the Chicago White Sox (60-56) Monday, dropping the opener of this 4-game series. They’ll look to rebound Tuesday with first pitch set for 8:10 p.m. ET at Guaranteed Rate Field. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Astros vs. White Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 2-2

In Monday’s opener, the Astros led 2-0 after the top of the 1st inning but allowed 4 runs in the 8th to fall 4-2, snapping a 5-game win streak. They still boast a 36-24 mark away from home, good for 3rd in the league – behind the Dodgers’ 40-19 and the Mets’ 35-22 – but they have lost 6 of their last 8 on the road.

With 2 outs in the bottom of the 8th Monday, White Sox OF Eloy Jimenez and 3B Yoan Moncada each drove in 2 runs for the come-from-behind victory. It was Chicago’s 4th consecutive win – it is 2 games behind Cleveland for the top spot in the AL Central Division.

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Astros at White Sox projected starters

RHP Justin Verlander vs. RHP Dylan Cease

Verlander (15-3, 1.85 ERA) makes his 22nd start. Along with leading the majors in wins and ERA, the 2-time Cy Young winner features the top WHIP (0.86). He’s walked just 1.6 BB/9 and struck out 8.9 K/9 through 136 IP.

Has been rolling lately with a 1.17 ERA (53 2/3 IP, 7 ER) over last 8 starts
Sports a shiny 1.58 ERA in 11 road starts, though a .165 BABIP has certainly played a role in his success

Cease (12-5, 1.96 ERA) makes his 24th start. He has a 1.14 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 12.2 K/9 through 128 2/3 IP.

Has been on an incredible run lately, posing a 0.82 ERA (62 2/3 IP, 6 ER) with 85 K in last 11 starts
Boasts a 2.50 ERA in 12 home starts along with a 13.0 K/9

Astros at White Sox odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:58 p.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Astros -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | White Sox +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Astros -1.5 (+138) | White Sox +1.5 (-170)
Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -130 | U: +105)

Astros at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 4, Astros 2

Money line

The White Sox have taken advantage of a soft schedule in recent weeks and have won 10 of their last 12 home games. They have won 9 of the last 11 starts by Cease, while the Astros have won 10 of the last 12 times Verlander has taken the mound.

Cease has been the best pitcher in the league over the past couple of months and hasn’t allowed more than 1 ER in a start since late May.

Back the home team and go with WHITE SOX (+105).

Run line/Against the spread

This sets up to be a pitchers’ duel and should be close throughout. Cease has been as dominant as anyone for an extended period now, and Chicago isn’t likely to lose by multiple runs.

Side with WHITE SOX +1.5 (-170).

Over/Under

The Under is 6-2-1 in Chicago’s last 9 home games and 5-1 in Houston’s last 6 on the road.

With these pitchers squaring off, there won’t be many runs, and either starter is fully capable of completely shutting down the opposition.

Take the plus odds and UNDER 6.5 (+105) or bump the total up and take ALTERNATE TOTAL UNDER 7.5 (-155).

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Detroit Tigers at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Detroit Tigers at Chicago White Sox odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Detroit Tigers (43-70) and Chicago White Sox (56-56) open a 3-game series at Guaranteed Rate Field Friday with a 7:10 p.m. ET first pitch. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the Tigers vs. White Sox odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Chicago leads 7-3

The Tigers have lost 4 games in a row and 7 of their last 8. The Detroit offense has been held to a .536 OPS over that stretch. The Motor City Kitties have been held to 3 runs or fewer in 10 of their last 12 games.

The White Sox are back at home after a 3-5 road trip. Chicago clocked a whiff-laden .631 OPS over those 8 contests.

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Tigers at White Sox projected starters

LHP Daniel Norris vs. RHP Michael Kopech

Norris (0-4, 6.90 ERA) is tabbed for his 2nd start and 28th appearance. He has a 1.47 WHIP, 6.3 BB/9 and 12.9 K/9 through 30 IP.

Current Chicago bats own an aggregate .829 OPS against him.
Released by the Chicago Cubs in July and has been pitching at AAA-Toledo since being signed by Detroit.

Kopech (4-8, 3.38 ERA) owns a 1.23 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and 7.8 K/9 through 98 2/3 IP across 20 starts.

Owns a 4.75 ERA over his last 7 starts.
Owns a 4.5 BB/9 over his last 5 starts.

Tigers at White Sox odds and lines

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Money line: Tigers +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | White Sox -230 (bet $230 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Tigers +1.5 (-117) | White Sox -1.5 (-103)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: +100 | U: -120)

Tigers at White Sox picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 6, Tigers 3

Money line

Too much juice: MOVE ALONG.

Run line/Against the spread

The lefty-righty mound matchup is a big advantage for the Pale Hose who own a .754 OPS against southpaws. The Bengals have flailed their way to an MLB-worst .584 OPS against righties.

BACK THE WHITE SOX -1.5 (-103).

Over/Under

Not much of a lean here, but the price on the OVER 8.5 (+100) is attractive.

Peg the Detroit bullpen as being overrated by its surface numbers (3.24 ERA but with a very low 5.9% home run/fly ball rate).

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Chicago White Sox at Kansas City Royals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Chicago White Sox at Kansas City Royals odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (56-55) and Kansas City Royals (46-66) tangle Thursday in the finale of a 4-game series at Kauffman Stadium. First pitch is slated for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Royals odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 7-7

The White Sox are 10-9 since the All-Star break. Chicago bats have been sluggish, but Sox pitching has been sharp. The Pale Hose own a 3.63 ERA in the 2nd half.

The Royals have pitched well in this series (8 runs allowed in 3 games), and they have been outstanding at home over the last month. Kansas City is 12-6 in its last 18 games at Kauffman Stadium. The K.C. offense has clocked a .787 OPS over those 18 games.

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White Sox at Royals projected starters

RHP Dylan Cease vs. RHP Zack Greinke

Cease (12-4, 1.98 ERA) is making his 23rd start of the season. He has a 1.16 WHIP, 3.9 BB/9 and 12.2 K/9 in 122 2/3 IP.

On a historic roll and has not allowed more than 1 ER in a start since May 24. Owns an 0.59 ERA over that 76-inning stretch
Has held current K.C. bats to a whiff-heavy .593 aggregate OPS

Greinke (3-7, 4.58 ERA) has logged 1.33 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 5.1 K/9 in 18 starts (92 1/3 IP).

Has faced the White Sox twice this season, allowing 5 R in 11 2/3 IP
Current Chicago batters own a career aggregate .636 OPS against him
Has dominated at home, posing a 2.23 ERA, 1.08 WHIP

White Sox at Royals odds and lines

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Money line: White Sox -190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Royals +155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (-108) | Royals +1.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -122 | U: -102)

White Sox at Royals picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 4, Royals 3

Money line

Greinke is coming off his highest pitch count since mid-May, and he’s backed by the more fatigued bullpen — especially at the back end — on this matinee get-away day.

BACK THE WHITE SOX (-190). A partial-unit play is suggested, unless the tag drifts down to -180.

Run line/Against the spread

Not enough trust in the ChiSox offense: PASS.

Over/Under

Batting and pitching figures — expected vs. actual — crisscross in multiple key areas. PASS.

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Chicago White Sox at Kansas City Royals odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Chicago White Sox at Kansas City Royals odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (56-54) and Kansas City Royals (45-66) meet Wednesday for the 3rd game of a 4-game set at Kauffman Stadium. First pitch is slated for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Royals odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Chicago leads 7-6 after a split of a Tuesday doubleheader.

The White Sox have pitched their way to a 10-6 record over their last 16 games. Chicago hurlers own a fine 2.96 ERA over that span.

The Royals are 4-2 on a current home stand and 11-6 over their last 17 games at home. K.C. pitching has logged a 3.00 ERA over those 17 games.

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White Sox at Royals projected starters

RHP Johnny Cueto vs. LHP Kris Bubic

Cueto (4-5, 2.91 ERA) has made 14 starts and 1 relief appearance. He has a 1.19 WHIP, 2.1 BB/9 and 6.0 K/9 through 96 IP.

Has notched a 2.25 ERA over his last 5 starts.
Coming off a 106-pitch effort at the Texas Rangers Thursday in his last turn.

Bubic (2-6, 5.27 ERA) owns a 1.54 WHIP, 4.5 BB/9 and 7.5 K/9 through 80 1/3 IP across 18 games (17 starts).

Owns a 3.49 ERA over his last 5 starts against the White Sox over the last 3 seasons.
Current Chicago bats own an aggregate career .591 OPS against him.
Had a 7.45 ERA heading into July but has notched a 3.24 ERA and 1.22 WHIP over his last 7 starts.

White Sox at Royals odds and lines

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Money line: White Sox -145 (bet $145 to win $100) | Royals +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (+115) | Royals +1.5 (-140)
Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -125 | U: +100)

White Sox at Royals picks and predictions

Prediction

Royals 5, White Sox 4

Money line

These starters have suffered opposite fates in an area left open to much luck and that’s their performance with runners in scoring position. Cueto has an 82.5% success rate in stranding those runners as opposing batters have hit .264 off him with a .225 batting average on balls in play. With Bubic, those corresponding figures are 67.5%, .351, and .340. The difference makes for some baked-in bias not based so much on talent.

The starter leverage fits in with some general team leans toward Kansas City in run differentials versus won-loss record.

The ROYALS (+120) are the LEAN here, but I’d pass if the tag were any cheaper than that.

Run line/Against the spread

Cueto has been buoyed by a low home run/fly ball rate — another luck indicator — over his last 5 turns, and the White Sox own a strikeout-heavy .615 OPS over their last 6 road games.

BACK THE ROYALS +1.5 (-140).

Over/Under

Batting and pitching figures — expected vs. actual — crisscross in multiple key areas. It’s best to AVOID this play.

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