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Astros vs. White Sox: Houston Favored as Series Continues on the South Side of Chicago

The Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox are set to continue their series on the south side of Chicago, with both teams looking for a win after recent performances. The Astros were unable to complete a sweep of the Tigers, while the White Sox avoided a sweep by the Brewers. Hunter Brown is slated to start for the Astros, with Davis Martin taking the mound for the White Sox. Houston is favored in the betting at -230, with no movement in the line as of yet. Stay tuned for our Astros vs. White Sox prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Astros -230 | White Sox +206
• Spread: Astros -1.5 (-138) | White Sox +1.5 (+115)
• Total: Over/Under 8 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Houston will win straight-up is 70%.

Houston vs Chicago Stats

Houston Astros

The Houston Astros are looking to bounce back after a recent loss to Detroit, with Jeremy Pena standing out with three hits. Despite a strong performance from Pena, the Astros fell short, with AJ Blubaugh taking the loss in his major league debut. Hunter Brown will be starting the next game for the Astros, coming off a strong start to the season with a 4-1 record and 1.22 ERA. Houston is currently ranked 21st in offense, 4th in defense, and holds a 16-14 record this season.

Chicago White Sox Analysis

The Chicago White Sox ended a three-game losing streak with a victory over Milwaukee, improving their overall record to 8-23 and placing them last in the AL Central division. Against Milwaukee, Luis Robert Jr. led the team with four RBI, while Miguel Vargas hit his second home run of the season. Pitcher Sean Burke earned the win with six scoreless innings. Davis Martin will start the next game for the White Sox, with a season record of 1-3 and a 3.24 ERA. The team has a power ranking of 25 and ranks 27th in offense, scoring an average of 3.37 runs per game. Houston is 1-2 against the White Sox in their last three matchups.

Brown Shines for Houston Against Lackluster White Sox Offense

Brown has been an impressive asset for the Houston team this season, solidifying his role in the forefront of the rotation. His consistent performance, notably against the White Sox with three victories, highlights his effectiveness on the field. On the other hand, Martin's 1-3 record may not accurately reflect his abilities, considering his 4.62 FIP ERA. This suggests potential for improvement in his future performances. The White Sox, who have not shown notable improvement from their previous season, have struggled offensively. This lackluster performance raises doubts about their capability to compete effectively against Houston. Considering these factors, it is logical to favor Houston in this match-up.

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