Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Cincinnati Reds and Chicago White Sox will face off at Guaranteed Rate Field on Sunday with a 2:10 p.m. ET first pitch. The Reds (7-6) will have right-hander Graham Ashcraft on the mound, who is 1-1 with a 5.40 ERA this season. The White Sox (2-11) will counter with righty Michael Soroka, who has a 0-1 record and a 6.14 ERA in three starts. Cincinnati is the favorite with a -166 opening line that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Reds -166 | White Sox +140

Spread: Reds -1.5 (-107) | White Sox +1.5 (-114)

Total: Over/Under 9 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cincinnati will win straight-up is 62%.

Cincinnati Reds

Cincinnati Reds bounced back with an impressive 11-run performance in game one, following a recent slump. The team boasts a strong lineup with players like Elly De La Cruz and Spencer Steer performing well. However, there are concerns about their pitching staff as they rank 15th in ERA and 13th in WHIP. Ashcraft will be pitching on Sunday, hoping to improve on his previous outings. The Reds have a power ranking of 12 and are ranked 11th in offense and 25th in defense. Overall, they are 7-6 this season. If looking to save, consider using sportsbook promo codes.

Chicago White Sox Analysis

The Chicago White Sox are struggling once again this season, with a lineup weakened by injuries to key players like Luis Robert Jr., Eloy Jimenez, and Yoan Moncada. The team ranks poorly in offensive categories such as OBP, OPS, home runs, and RBI, and their pitching staff has also underperformed with a high ERA and WHIP. Sunday's game will feature Soroka on the mound for the White Sox, who has had mixed results so far this season. The team's power ranking is low, and they are facing a tough matchup against Cincinnati, who has a recent winning record against them. For more MLB insights, check out our Expert Picks.