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The Chicago White Sox (51-51) will once again clash against the Kansas City Royals (41-62) in Chicago on Wednesday, August 3 at Guaranteed Rate Field. Each of the rivals will of course be searching for a win to set the pace as we progress through the season. Don’t miss the first pitch at 1:10 PM CT!
For context about Wednesday’s game, how have the White Sox and the Royals performed against each other in the past?
This season, these franchises have competed in 10 contests, and the White Sox have earned a win five times against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Tuesday, the score was 9-2 in favor of the Chicago White Sox. The White Sox had one run and 10 hits, whereas the Royals had two runs on six hits. We’ll see what plays out when it all goes down at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Betting Preview for the Kansas City Royals vs Chicago White Sox MLB Game on August 3 2022
Where: Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL
When: Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 1:10 PM CT
Betting on the Kansas City Royals
Record: (41W-63L) | American League Central Standing: 5
The Royals were beaten by the Chicago White Sox 1-2 the last time they met on Monday, and we can’t wait to find out if they can muster up a hard-fought win in this one. The overall regular season batting average for the team right now is .246 and specifically Michael A. Taylor is leading the squad with a .281 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 4.71 and a .985 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds analysis!
Absences and Injuries
Regarding inactive players, the Royals are without Angel Zerpa (Knee), Raúl Mondesi (Knee), Jacob Brentz (Flexor), Tyler Zuber (Shoulder), and Edward Olivares (Quad).
Betting on the Chicago White Sox
Record: (52W-51L) | American League Central Standing: 3
In their most recent game on Monday, the White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals. For the regular season, the overall batting average for the team is currently .259 as Timothy Anderson leads the squad hitting .308. Defensively speaking, the White Sox hold an ERA of 3.96 and a fielding percentage of .982. Make sure you review our evaluation of the odds below so you have all the info you need at your fingertips!
Absences and Injuries
With respect to inactive players in this game, the White Sox are without Kyle Crick (Elbow), Jonathan Stiever (Lat), Vincent Velasquez (Finger), Garrett Crochet (Elbow), Aaron Bummer (Lat), Reynaldo López (Back), and Daniel Mendick (Knee).
Kansas City Royals vs Chicago White Sox | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Chicago White Sox (-156) at FanDuel
The Chicago White Sox are considered the favorite by many baseball fans and oddsmakers in this matchup. The club enters the game sporting a winning percentage of 60% in the last 10 games (six victories and four losses). The winning percentage of the Kansas City Royals on the other hand, is less at 40% in the last 10 games (four victories and six losses).
Over/Under Pick: Under 8.5 Total Runs (-108) at FanDuel
Be sure to consider that the estimated O/U for this game is under 8.5 before placing your bet. By this, we mean that the combined number of total runs for both teams will be under 8.5.
Runline Pick: Chicago White Sox -1.5 Runs (+134) at FanDuel
The Chicago White Sox will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover the oddsmakers’ runline of -1.5.
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