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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago White Sox (3-21) and Minnesota Twins (10-13) meet for the finale of a 4-game series Thursday. First pitch from Target Field is set for 1:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Minnesota leads 3-0

Minnesota won 6-3 over the White Sox Wednesday while covering as a -195 home favorite. RHP Joe Ryan picked up the win, allowing 3 ER, 4 H, 1 BB and 8 K in 6 IP. The Twins have won 4 of their last 5 games.

Chicago made the game interesting in the 5th, being closing to 4-3 before the Twins added 2 more runs in the bottom of the inning. LHP Garrett Crochet took the loss, allowing 7 H, 5 ER, 2 BB and 6 K in 4 IP.

White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Michael Soroka vs. RHP Bailey Ober

Soroka (0-3, 7.50 ERA) makes his 6th start. He has a 1.79 WHIP, 5.6 BB/9 and 4.5 K/9 in 24 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 4 2/3 IP, 6 H, 5 ER, 3 BB, 2 K in a 9-5 loss vs. the Philadelphia Phillies Saturday
  • Career vs. Minnesota: 0-0, 3.86 ERA (7 IP, 3 ER), 6 H, 1 BB, 3 K in 1 start

Ober (1-1, 4.91 ERA) makes his 5th start. He has a 1.15 WHIP, 2.0 BB/9 and 8.4 K/9 in 18 1/3 IP.

  • Last start: Win, 6 IP, 2 H, 1 ER, 1 BB, 6 K in a 4-3 outing vs. the Detroit Tigers Saturday
  • Career vs. White Sox: 3-1, 3.35 ERA (51 IP, 19 ER), 41 H, 10 BB, 56 K in 10 starts

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White Sox at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:22 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +200 (bet $100 to win $200) | Twins -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-105) | Twins -1.5 (-115)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 5, White Sox 3

Moneyline

PASS.

I fully expect the Twins to pick up the win here and complete the series sweep, but they are not worth the risk of betting as -250 favorites. Bet on the spread and/or Over/Under instead.

Run line/Against the spread

LEAN TWINS -1.5 (-115).

Minnesota has covered the spread in 2 of its last 3 games. The Twins are also 3-1 ATS in their last 4 matchups vs. Chicago and 6-4 ATS in the last 10 meetings.

The White Sox are only 1-9 in their last 10 games, so their cold streak makes this bet slightly safer.

This is a very slight lean as both teams have been bad ATS this season, with the Twins being 9-14 and the White Sox being 9-15.

Over/Under

BET OVER 7.5 (-115).

The Over has hit in back-to-back games of this series. Chicago is 4-1 to the Over in its last 5 games while Minnesota 5-3-1 to the Over in its last 9 games. The Over is 5-2 in the last 7 Chicago-Minnesota meetings.

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

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The Chicago White Sox (3-18) take on the Minnesota Twins (7-13) Monday in the opener of a 4-game set at Target Field at 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Twins won 9-4 last year

The White Sox are becoming an abomination, losers of 9 of 10, and they kept it within a run in just 1 of those losses. 3B Yoan Moncada (thigh) and OF Luis Robert Jr. (hip) are on the IL, and the White Sox are last with 2.1 runs/game, a .188 BA, .264 OBP and .288 SLG%.

The Twins are also flailing with SS Carlos Correa (oblique) out. They’ve lost 6 of 7, and the Twins are 28th with 3.4 R/game and 29th with a .195 BA. OF Byron Buxton is hitting just .217 with no homers and 9 RBIs on the young season. On the plus side, though, the Twins have beaten the White Sox in 7 of 8 games.

White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Jonathan Cannon vs. RHP Chris Paddack

Cannon allowed 1 ER on 3 H, 1 BB and struck out 3 in 5 IP in a no-decision against the Kansas City Royals Wednesday in his major-league debut.

  • 2024 stats with Charlotte (AAA): 0-0, 2.79 ERA, 1.55 WHIP and 11 K in 9 2/3 IP in 2 GS
  • Utilizes a 4-seam fastball (95 mph), a sinker, sweeper, cutter and changeup

Paddack (0-1, 8.36 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 2.07 WHIP, 3.2 BB/9 and 5.8 K/9 in 14 IP.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 1/3 IP, 9 ER, 12 H, 1 BB, 2 K Tuesday against Baltimore Orioles
  • Has never faced White Sox

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White Sox at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:10 p.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Twins -200 (bet $200 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-120) | Twins -1.5 (+100)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 4, White Sox 2

Moneyline

The Twins are heavy favorites for good reason, but we’re not taking a 7-13 team at -200.

PASS and look to the spread.

Run line/Against the spread

We mentioned in the opener that of the White Sox’s 9 losses in the last 10 games, 8 of them were by multiple runs.

The Twins’ offense is nothing to write home about since it has scored more than 4 runs once in 10 games. The White Sox have scored 11 runs in 6 games.

Take the TWINS -1.5 (+100).

Over/Under

The White Sox are 5-5 O/U in their last 10, and the Twins are 5-4-1. With both teams struggling to score runs, this one goes UNDER 8.5 (-115).

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

The Chicago White Sox (41-58) and the Minnesota Twins (51-48) play the 2nd contest of a 3-game series Saturday at Target Field in Minneapolis. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. ET (FOX). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Twins lead 4-3 after Friday’s 9-4 home victory

The White Sox have dropped 3 of the past 4 games overall, while going 5-11 in the past 16 outings. Chicago has still managed an 11-6 record in the past 17 games inside the American League Central Division despite Friday’s setback.

The 1st-place Twins snapped a 3-game losing streak on their home field with the victory. Minnesota has picked up 6 wins in the past 8 outings overall. The Twins have won each of the previous 5 games inside the division.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Dylan Cease vs. RHP Sonny Gray

Cease (4-3, 4.18 ERA) makes his 21st start. He has a 1.34 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 10.8 K/9 in 107 2/3 innings.

  • Last start: Win, 5 IP, 1 ER, 3 H, 3 BB, 6 K in an 8-1 road win vs. the Atlanta Braves last Sunday
  • 2023 road splits: 3-1, 4.33 ERA (52 IP, 25 ER – 5 HR), .234 opponent batting average (OBA) in 10 starts

Gray (4-4, 3.16 ERA) makes his 20th start. He has a 1.29 WHIP, 3.7 BB/9 and 9.1 K/9 in 105 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: Loss, 5 2/3 IP, 5 ER, 5 H, 4 BB, 5 K in a 7-6 road loss vs. the Seattle Mariners Monday
  • 2023 home splits: 3-2, 3.00 ERA (57 IP, 19 ER – 2 HR), .235 OBA in 10 starts

White Sox at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:40 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +115 (bet $100 to win $115) | Twins -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-175) | Twins -1.5 (+145)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -120 | U: +100)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 5, Twins 4

Moneyline

The WHITE SOX (+115) are worth a roll of the dice on the road, as they look to bounce back after a setback against the Twins (-140) in the season opener.

Cease has pitched well lately, allowing 3 or fewer earner runs in 7 of the past 8 games. While he has struggled with walks, allowing 2 or more free passes in 8 of the past 10 starts, he has managed to limit the damage.

Run line/Against the spread

The WHITE SOX +1.5 (-175) aren’t priced out of line if you’d like a little insurance, and you just cannot trust Chicago straight up.

The Twins -1.5 (+145) covered on the run line in Friday’s series opener, but backing Gray is a risky proposition. He fired out of the gate this season, but he has been very mediocre of late.

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Over/Under

OVER 7.5 (-120) is a strong play in Game 2 of this series.

The Over is 3-2-1 in the past 6 starts for Gray, while going 4-2-1 in his previous 7 outings at Target Field.

The Over is 3-3-3 in the past 9 starts on the road for Cease, including a push April 10 in Minnesota.

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

The Minnesota Twins (50-48) welcome the Chicago White Sox (41-57) to Target Field Friday. First pitch is set for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 3-3

The White Sox have won 3 of their last 5 games, but they are just 4-8 over their last 12. Chicago most recently lost 2 of 3 to the New York Mets, but capped off the series with a 6-2 win. It sits 4th in the AL Central and is 20-32 on the road this season.

The Twins are 26-22 at home and are 2 games ahead of the Cleveland Guardians for the top spot in the AL Central. They have won 5 of their last 7 games. Minnesota lost 5-0 to Seattle in its last game Thursday.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Lance Lynn vs. RHP Joe Ryan

Lynn (6-8, 6.06 ERA) makes his 20th start. He has a 1.43 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 11.0 K/9 in 108 1/3 innings.

  • Leads majors in ER (73) and HRs allowed (24)
  • Last start: Win, 5 1/3 IP, 6 H, 4 ER, 3 BB, 6 K in 6-5 win over Atlanta Braves on Saturday
  • White Sox are 8-11 in his starts

Ryan (8-6, 3.77 ERA) makes his 20th start. He has a 1.03 WHIP, 1.7 BB/9 and 10.5 K/9 in 112 1/3 innings.

  • Last start: No-decision, 5 1/3 IP, 5 H, 3 ER, 3 BB, 7 K in 5-4 win over last Friday over the Oakland Athletics
  • Twins are 11-8 in his 19 starts
  • Is 5-3 with a 3.32 ERA at home

White Sox at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:46 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +140 (bet $100 to win $140) | Twins -165 (bet $165 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-150) | Twins -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 7, White Sox 2

Moneyline

PASS.

The value doesn’t justify a play on the moneyline here.

Minnesota is (-165) to win outright but is just 26-22 at home this season and 5-5 over its last 10 games. The White Sox haven’t performed well on the road or recently; their (+140) price tag also makes sense.

Regardless, it’s a pass here.

Run line/Against the spread

LEAN TWINS -1.5 (+125).

The White Sox have 36-year-old Lynn on the mound, and in 10 of the 11 team losses when he started, Chicago has lost by multiple runs. He has given up at least 3 ER in 7 of his last 8 starts.

Only 3 teams in the MLB are above .500 as a run line favorite. The Twins are 29-35, tied for the 11th-best covering rate. Considering Ryan has been better at home and Lynn’s season-long struggles, take the TWINS -1.5 (+125).

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Over/Under

BET OVER 8 (-115).

Minnesota has been electric on the total lately. It is 7-1 O/U on its last 8 games, scoring at least 6 runs in 3 of its 4 games against the Mariners.

Lynn should give it ample opportunity to keep the bats hot here. Chicago is 2-3 O/U in its last 5, but has done its part, scoring at least 5 runs in 4 of its last 5 games.

With both teams hitting well lately, take the OVER 8 (-115).

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

The Chicago White Sox (5-7) will face the Minnesota Twins (7-4) in the final game of a 3-game series Wednesday at Target Field. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Tied 1-1.

The White Sox lost 4-3 in 10 innings to the Tuesday as the Twins evened the series. RHP Lance Lynn allowed 3 ER on 7 H with 0 BB and 10 K over 6 IP.

Chicago trailed 3-2 from the 2nd to the 9th inning before evening things up and forcing extras. Minnesota OF Michael A. Taylor laid down a bunt single that resulted in the winning run crossing on a throwing error in the bottom of the 10th.

The Twins snapped a 2-game losing streak with the win. RHP Pablo Lopez has been fantastic so far this season but took a no-decision with 2 ER on 3 H and 1 BB with 10 K over 7 2/3 IP.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Lucas Giolito vs. RHP Sonny Gray

Giolito (0-0, 9.00 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 2.00 WHIP, 1 BB/9 and 9.0 K/9 through 9 IP.

  • Gave up 7 ER on 12 H with 0 BB and 3 K over 4 IP at the Pittsburgh Pirates Friday
  • Has surrendered 2 or more ER in 8 of his last 9 starts dating back to last season

Gray (1-0, 0.75 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.00 WHIP, 3.8 BB/9 and 10.5 K/9 through 12 IP.

  • Notched 13 K’s in his last start vs. the Houston Astros Friday after only fanning 1 in his season debut at the Kansas City Royals on April 1
  • Hasn’t allowed more than 4 H in either of his first 2 starts of the season

White Sox at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:53 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +135 (bet $100 to win $135) | Twins -160 (bet $160 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-150) | Twins -1.5 (+125)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 5, White Sox 3

Moneyline

PASS.

The Twins (-160) are expected to secure the win on Wednesday, but taking them straight up isn’t advised at the current odds.

Run line/Against the spread

The TWINS -1.5 (+125) are a solid value with Gray taking the mound. Gray has yet to give up more than 1 ER in either of his first 2 starts and the White Sox are without SS Tim Anderson who was placed on the 10-day IL Tuesday with a sprained knee.

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Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 8.5 (-105).

The White Sox won’t have Anderson leading off in their lineup and Gray has gotten off to an impressive start to the season. I don’t see the Twins scoring enough to help the Over cash despite Giolito’s struggles.

The Under is 3-1-1 in the last 5 meetings between these teams in Minnesota and is 4-0 in Gray’s last 4 home starts.

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

The Chicago White Sox (5-6) and Minnesota Twins (6-4) play the 2nd game of a 3-game set at Target Field on Tuesday. First pitch is at 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: White Sox lead 1-0.

Chicago won the opener of the series 4-3 on Monday, but really didn’t play well. They scored all 4 runs in the 4th inning while stranding 13 runners. They also committed 3 errors in the field and lost SS Tim Anderson due to knee soreness after a collision on the basepaths. He’s questionable Tuesday.

The Twins were without SS Carlos Correa for the 2nd straight day due to back spasms and he is day-to-day. They were able to get to Chicago’s best starter, Dylan Cease, with a 3-run HR by 3B Hanser Alberto. The Twins were just 2-for-48 (.041) against Cease last season. Minnesota will counter with its best starter Tuesday.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Lance Lynn vs. RHP Pablo Lopez

Lynn (0-1, 9.00 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 1.90 WHIP, 6.3 BB/9 and 9.9 K/9 in 10 IP.

  • Had problems with Minnesota last year in 3 GS: 0-2, 9.00 ERA, 1.80 WHIP and 7.9 K/9 in 15 IP
  • Current Twins are only hitting .257 with a .319 wOBA in 109 plate appearances

Lopez (1-0, 0.73 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 0.73 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 11.7 K/9 in 12 1/3 IP.

  • Hasn’t faced the White Sox and only has 9 plate appearances against their hitters; they’re 0-for-9 against him
  • Pitching with confidence: His 11.7 K/9 would blow away the 8.7 K/9 from last season

White Sox at Twins odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:29 a.m. ET.

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox +125 (bet $100 to win $125) | Twins -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox +1.5 (-165) | Twins -1.5 (+135)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

Twins 5, White Sox 3

Moneyline

The Twins should feel pretty good despite the loss Monday. Lynn’s numbers against the Twins last season are nearly identical to his rough start this year. They’ll put up 3 or 4 on him and cruise.

Take the TWINS -150.

Run line/Against the spread

I’m on board with the run line as well, but only risk a half-unit because of Minnesota’s inconsistent offense. Five of their 6 wins have been by multiple runs, and Lynn is giving up enough for my comfort level to hit the threshold needed.

Take the TWINS -1.5 (+135) for a HALF UNIT.

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Over/Under

The Under hit Monday thanks to the White Sox’s inability to drive in runners. I’m was leaning Over at 7.5 because of Lynn’s struggles. The White Sox are 8-1-1 O/U, and the Twins are 3-5-2. The Over is 5-0-1 in the White Sox’s last 6 road games with the total set at 7.0-8.5. But with the total now 8, monitor the situation. PASS, and if it dips back to 7.5 then lean Over.

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

The Chicago White Sox (4-6) and Minnesota Twins (6-3) renew their AL Central Division rivalry with the opener of a 3-game set Monday at Target Field. First pitch is at 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: 1st meeting; Minnesota won 10-9 in 2022

The White Sox fell to the Pirates 1-0 Sunday and lost 2 of the 3 games in Pittsburgh over the weekend. The Sox are 28th in baseball, allowing just over 7 runs per game. That should improve with ace Dylan Cease on the bump Monday.

The Twins have been stingy on the scoreboard, allowing the 3rd-fewest runs per game at 2.7. They took 2 of 3 from the AL Champs Houston Astros over the weekend. OF Byron Buxton looks poised for a comeback season as he’s hitting .324 with 3 extra-base hits in his 1st 34 at-bats.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Dylan Cease vs. RHP Kenta Maeda

Cease (1-0, 1.59 ERA) makes his 3rd start. He has a 0.71 WHIP, 4.0 BB/9 and 14.3 K/9 in 11 1/3 IP.

  • Was 2-0 and allowed just 2 H and 4 BB while fanning 15 in 16 shutout IP against the Twins last year
  • Has allowed just 3 H and 5 BB in his 2 starts this season

Maeda (0-1, 1.80 ERA) makes his 2nd start. He allowed 1 ER on 3 H and struck out 9 in 5 IP against the Miami Marlins April 4.

  • Faced the White Sox twice in 2021 and was rocked for 10 ER on 12 H and 7 BB while fanning 7 in 9 2/3 IP

White Sox at Twins odds

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

  • Moneyline (ML): White Sox -105 (bet $105 to win $100) | Twins -115 (bet $115 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (+165) | Twins +1.5 (-200)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 6, Twins 3

Moneyline

With the history that Cease and Maeda have against the respective teams, it’s hard not to jump at the White Sox -105. Chicago won 3 of the last 4 meetings last season, and Cease was unhittable. He has opened the season in crisp fashion if he can keep the walks to a minimum.

Take the WHITE SOX -105.

Run line/Against the spread

Seven of the last 10 meetings between the teams was decided by 2 runs or more. Three of the White Sox’s 4 wins have been by multiple runs as well. The team is wildly inconsistent, but the WHITE SOX -1.5 (+165) is worth a half-unit.

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Over/Under

The Over is 5-0 in the White Sox’s last 5 road games with the total set at 7.0-8.5. The Over is 5-0 in Chicago’s last 5 games following a loss as well. The Over is 8-2 for the White Sox this season. I wouldn’t go a full unit, but I will LEAN OVER 7.5 (-110).

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (76-79) finish a 3-game set with the Minnesota Twins (76-79) Thursday at Target Field. First pitch is set for 1:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Twins lead 9-6

The White Sox’s season is coming to a futile end as they’ve lost 8 games in a row and are eliminated from postseason contention when they were the favorites in the division entering the season. They have dropped the first 2 contests in this series, 4-0 and 8-4, as they limp into the offseason.

The Twins have won 3 of their 4 outings, but don’t let that fool you. They are 12-18 over the last 30 games. They, too, had a shot at the division, but their lack of pitching and inability to overcome OF Byron Buxton‘s injury-riddled season were too much. They’ve been great at home with a 46-34 mark.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Lucas Giolito vs. RHP Louie Varland

Giolito (10-9, 5.05 ERA) makes his 29th start. He has a 1.48 WHIP, 3.4 BB/9 and 10.0 K/9 in 149 2/3 IP.

  • Last 4 starts: 0-1, 3.74 ERA, 1.34 WHIP, 10.4 K/9 in 21 2/3 IP
  • 2 starts vs. Twins this year: 9 IP, 10 H, 3 ER, 5 BB, 14 K

Varland (0-2, 5.06 ERA) makes his 4th start. He has a 1.44 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 7.3 K/9 in 16 IP.

  • Last start vs. Los Angeles Angels: 5 2/3 IP, 7 H, 3 ER, 1 BB, 3 K
  • Utilizes a 94-mph fastball as well as a cutter, slider and changeup
  • Opponents are hitting .467 off the cutter and .250 or worse off everything else

White Sox at Twins odds

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  • Money line (ML): White Sox -120 (bet $120 to win $100) | Twins +100 (bet $100 to win $100)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (+140) | Twins +1.5 (-175)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 7.5 (O: -122 | U: -102)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 5, Twins 4

Money line

Giolito has shown some promising signs of late in what has been a severe bust of a season. He has handled the Twins well, too, and they have been in contention all season.

The White Sox have scored 14 runs in the 8-game losing streak. I expect fill-in manager Miguel Cairo, who could be managing for the permanent job, to light a fire to awaken their bats.

Take the WHITE SOX  (-120) in a pride game.

Run line/Against the spread

I’m not feeling Chicago’s RL, and Minnesota is too expensive. Varland has allowed at least 2 ER in each of his 3 starts. Look for the White Sox to get started early off of him. Take the WHITE SOX OVER 1.5 TOTAL RUNS FIRST 5 INNINGS (-150).

Over/Under

This is a low number for 2 starters with ERAs over 5. Chicago is 6-4 O/U over the last 10 despite not being able to score. It’s a 60-degree day with a moderate 11-mph gust going to the left-field foul pole. This one sneaks OVER 7.5 (-122).

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

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

The Chicago White Sox (76-77) are set to begin a 3-game series against the Minnesota Twins (74-79) Tuesday. First pitch from Target Field is at 7:40 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Twins lead 7-6

The White Sox had a solid start to September, winning 12 of their first 17 games. However, Chicago has lost 6 consecutive games by getting swept by the Detroit Tigers and the Cleveland Guardians in 3-game series.

It has been a forgettable season for the Twins and September hasn’t been kind to them. Minnesota has lost 7 of its last 8 games and the team has posted a dismal 7-17 record in September.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Lance Lynn vs. RHP Bailey Ober

Lynn (7-6, 4.02 ERA) makes his 20th start. He has a 1.11 WHIP, 1.4 BB/9 and 9.5 K/9 through 109 2/3 IP.

  • Last 2 starts: 12 1/3 IP, 16 H, 5 ER, 2 BB and 9 K
  • July 16 at Twins: 5 IP, 7 H, 6 ER, 0 BB and 6 K

Ober (1-3, 3.71 ERA) makes his 10th start. He has a 1.21 WHIP, 1.9 BB/9 and 7.6 K/9 through 43 2/3 IP.

  • Has 5 or more IP in 7 of his 9 starts
  • Apr. 22 vs. White Sox: 5 IP, 5 H, 1 ER, 0 BB and 6 K

White Sox at Twins odds

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  • Money line (ML): White Sox -125 (bet $125 to win $100) | Twins +102 (bet $100 to win $102)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -1.5 (+145) | Twins +1.5 (-180)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 6.5 (O: -122 | U: -102)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 5, Twins 4

Money line

Give me the WHITE SOX (-125) in this game as I believe they are the better overall team. Chicago may have lost 6 straight games, but it is still competing for the final wild-card spot in the AL.

The White Sox have won 6 of the last 8 meetings with the Twins and Minnesota has lost 4 straight games to AL Central teams.

Run line/Against the spread

While I believe the White Sox pull out the victory, I’ll PASS on the spread in this game. It depends on what version of Lynn shows up to determine whether or not Chicago can win by multiple runs in this game.

The Twins should be able to keep it close, but their odds to cover the spread aren’t worth taking straight up.

Over/Under

OVER 6.5 RUNS (-122) seems like the ideal choice with inconsistent pitchers taking the mound. We only need 7 runs in this game and there’s a possibility for 1 of these teams to score that by themselves.

The Over has hit in 4 of the last 6 meetings between the White Sox and the Twins when the game takes place in Minnesota.

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Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Chicago White Sox at Minnesota Twins odds and lines, with MLB expert picks and predictions.

The Chicago White Sox (45-46) close out the first half against the Minnesota Twins (50-43) Sunday in the finale of a 4-game set at Target Field. First pitch is set for 2:10 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze Tipico Sportsbook‘s lines around the White Sox vs. Twins odds with MLB picks and predictions.

Season series: Minnesota leads 6-3.

The White Sox cooled off with a 6-3 defeat Saturday after they took it to the Twins, 12-2 and 6-2 in the first 2 games of the series. The White Sox have been a disappointing team in the first half, but they’re 11-9 in the last 20 and have witnessed some really good starting pitching. They’re 17-19 against the division, and that has to change if they hope to make a run.

The Twins are clinging to a division lead, but they have struggled, too. They’re just 14-16 in the last 30 games. No one could use the break more than OF Byron Buxton, who has battled a sore right knee all season. He’s hitting just .218 but has 23 homers and 43 RBIs.

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White Sox at Twins projected starters

RHP Dylan Cease vs. RHP Chris Archer

Cease (8-4, 2.30 ERA) makes his 19th start. He has a 1.24 WHIP, 4.2 BB/9 and leads the AL with a 13.1 K/9 in 97 2/3 IP.

  • Has given up 1 ER or fewer in 9 straight starts
  • First game vs. Twins this year by they have given him fits with a 7.64 ERA over 7 career starts.
  • Current Twins are hitting .290 with a .403 weighted on-base average in 77 plate appearances against Cease.

Archer (2-3, 3.08 ERA) makes his 16th start. He has a 1.26 WHIP, 4.4 BB/9 and a 6.9 K/9 in 61 1/3 IP.

  • First start this month due to a hip injury
  • Allowed 2 ER on 3 H and 3 BB while fanning 2 over 3 IP to White Sox April 22.

White Sox at Twins 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 8:50 a.m. ET.

  • Money line (ML): White Sox -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Twins +105 (bet $100 to win $105)
  • Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): White Sox -+1.5 (+130) | Twins +-1.5 (-160)
  • Over/Under (O/U): 8.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

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White Sox at Twins picks and predictions

Prediction

White Sox 5, Twins 2

Money line

Cease has been nothing short of nasty as he’s third in the AL with 142 strikeouts on the season. The Twins are in the top half of the league as far as K’s per game goes, but Cease is a different animal. Chicago has won 5 of Cease’s last 6 starts, and they crawl back to .500 into the break. Take the WHITE SOX (-130).

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Run line/Against the spread

The Sox are 28-19 on the RL on the road, which is one of the better marks in MLB. Two factors strike me here: the White Sox pitch better on the road with a 3.55 ERA vs. a 4.49 ERA at home. They also favor day games with a 3.61 ERA vs. 4.39 at night. The only worry here is what happens after Cease likely leaves the game in the 7th inning. Chicago’s bullpen has been an issue as it’s 18th in baseball with a 3.93 ERA.

PASS. 

Over/Under

The Over is 5-0-2 in the last 7 games between these teams, but I think we get a tighter game heading into the break. The weather is 86 degrees with a small 1.3-mph gust going to the power alley, and both sides are missing pieces on offense. Let’s LEAN UNDER 8.5 (-115).

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