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Red Sox vs White Sox Pitching Duel Expected in Series Finale at Rate Field

The Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox will wrap up their three-game series on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at Rate Field in Chicago. With Garrett Crochet (1-1, 1.45 ERA) on the mound for Boston and Shane Smith (0-0, 1.54 ERA) starting for Chicago, the game is expected to feature a pitching duel. The Red Sox are heavy favorites to win (-230) with the over/under set at 7 runs. Stay tuned for our Red Sox vs White Sox prediction and other MLB picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Red Sox -230 | White Sox +200
• Spread: Red Sox -1.5 (-128) | White Sox +1.5 (+110)
• Total: Over/Under 7 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Boston will win straight-up is 70%.

Boston vs Chicago Stats

Boston Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox have struggled in their series against the Chicago White Sox, suffering an 11-1 blowout loss on Friday and a 3-2 loss on Saturday despite out hitting their opponents. They will look to avoid a sweep on Sunday with former White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet on the mound. Crochet has been impressive with a 1.45 ERA and 17 strikeouts in 18.2 innings. However, the Red Sox offense has struggled recently, scoring two runs or less in five of their last six games. Overall, Boston ranks 9th in offense, 23rd in defense, and has a 7-9 record this season.

Chicago White Sox Analysis

The Chicago White Sox recently broke an eight-game losing streak with an 11-1 victory on Friday, followed by a come-from-behind walk-off win on Saturday. Standout performances from players like Luis Robert Jr., who hit his first home run of the season and stole his sixth base on Saturday, have contributed to the team's recent success. Rookie Shane Smith, who has a 1.54 ERA and 0.77 WHIP in his two starts, will be starting on Sunday as Chicago aims for a sweep. Despite their current record of 4-10, the White Sox have shown promising defensive stats, ranking 8th for defense by giving up an average of 3.69 points per game. However, their offense is ranked #24, averaging 3.54 points per game. Chicago will face off against Boston, who has won their last three matchups against the White Sox.

Red Sox Face Uphill Battle Against White Sox in Close GamePrediction

A brief analysis of the game suggests that the Red Sox are unlikely to be swept; however, the current condition of both teams presents a significant concern for Boston. The White Sox have demonstrated a strong offensive performance, averaging 4.6 runs per game at home, whereas Boston has struggled on the road, averaging only 3.3 runs per game this season. In their recent six games, the Red Sox have struggled to score more than one run, highlighting their inconsistency. As such, betting on the run line with a -244 money line for Boston is not advisable. The White Sox, on the other hand, have momentum and are expected to keep the game close. Therefore, it is recommended to consider Chicago to cover the run line as a value bet.

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