Chicago vs Chicago White Sox Predictions July 26, 2023: M. Stroman vs L. Lynn

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are seven games back in the National League Central and hope to remain competitive as the trade deadline approaches. They are currently 48-51 this season and are ranked #10 in offense (scoring an average of 4.82 per game) and #15 in defense (allowing an average of 4.45 points to be scored against them per game). To start the second game in this series, they are sending out right-hander Marcus Stroman who has been one of the National League's top starters this season. However, he has not had his usual effectiveness lately, posting a 6.46 ERA and 1.65 WHIP with a 22:12 K:BB across 23.2 innings over his last five starts, following his previous record of one run over six innings. He tied a season-high with four walks in his last matchup against the St. Louis Cardinals, allowing five runs (four earned) on seven hits and four walks while striking out four batters over 3.2 innings. The Cubs hope Stroman can rebound and help them win this series.

Chicago White Sox

Their starting pitcher for the upcoming game, Lance Lynn has a season ERA of 6.18 and has been charged with at least four runs in 12 of his 20 starts this year. Lynn has been the subject of trade rumors and has racked up at least six strikeouts over his last six starts. The Chicago White Sox are had 41-60 overall and currently has power rankings of 24. They have struggled this year, standing #23 in offense (scoring 4.19 points per game) and #25 in defense (allowing 4.94 per game). In their last three matchups against White Sox, they have had a record of 84-78. For the upcoming game, their starting pitcher is Lance Lynn, who has a season ERA of 6.18. He has been charged with at least four runs in 12 of his 20 starts and has racked up at least six strikeouts in his last six. Lynn has been the subject of trade rumours and any changes made to the team before the deadline in order to bring them closer to a playoff shot remains to be seen. Chicago White Sox are 41-60 overall and have power rankings of 24 Ranking #23 in offense with an average of 4.19 points per game and #25 in defense allowing 4.94 average points per game 2-1 in their last three matchups against White Sox Starting pitcher for upcoming game is Lance Lynn with a season ERA of 6.18 Has been charged with at least four runs in 12 of his 20 starts Has racked up at least six strikeouts in the last six starts Subject of trade rumors Remains to be seen if changes will be made for a chance at a playoff run before the deadline

Cubs vs White Sox Predictions

AI Predicted Score: Chicago 5 to Chicago 4

Moneyline Pick: Cubs (-114) to win

Spread Pick: White Sox +1.5 (-150) to cover

Total O/U Pick: OVER 8.5

AI predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox, including recent stats from recent games.

Written by Mtgoldstein Published on 07/25/2023 Category: MLB Predictions