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The Chicago White Sox (49-50) will take on the Oakland Athletics (39-63) again in Chicago on Sunday, July 31 at Guaranteed Rate Field. Still in the middle part of the season, both teams will want to set the tone with a win in this one. Be sure to catch the first pitch at 1:10 PM CT!
For context related to Sunday’s regular season matchup, let’s take a look at how Chicago and Oakland have managed against each other this year.
This season, these two clubs have battled in three contests as the White Sox have claimed victory once against their opponents. In their most recent meeting on Saturday, the Chicago White Sox came out on top by a score of 3-2. The White Sox scored three runs on eight hits, while the Athletics tallied two runs on eight hits. We’ll see who comes out on top this time when they meet at Guaranteed Rate Field.
Betting Preview for the Oakland Athletics vs Chicago White Sox MLB Game on July 31 2022
Where: Guaranteed Rate Field in Chicago, IL
When: Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 1:10 PM CT
Betting on the Oakland Athletics
Record: (39W-64L) | American League West Standing: 5
The Athletics were beaten by the Chicago White Sox 3-2 the last time they met on Saturday, 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 .215 and in particular Sean Murphy is riding high with a .243 average. In terms of defense, the team is carrying an ERA of 4.26 and a .982 fielding percentage. Before you place your bets based on the teams’ recent performances, be sure to consult our odds assessment!
Absences and Injuries
Per the latest inactive report, the Athletics are without Dany Jiménez (Shoulder), Jed Lowrie (Shoulder), Brent Honeywell Jr. (Elbow), Daulton Jefferies (Arm), and Deolis Guerra (Elbow).
Betting on the Chicago White Sox
Record: (50W-50L) | American League Central Standing: 3
In their most recent game on Saturday, the White Sox defeated the Oakland Athletics. For the regular season, the overall batting average for the team is currently .257 as Timothy Anderson leads the squad hitting .306. Defensively speaking, the White Sox hold an ERA of 4.02 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
Per the list of injuries and inactive players, the White Sox will play without Kyle Crick (Elbow), Jonathan Stiever (Lat), Joseph Kelly (Bicep), Vincent Velasquez (Finger), Garrett Crochet (Elbow), Aaron Bummer (Lat), Jacob Burger (Hand), Reynaldo López (Back), Daniel Mendick (Knee), and Luis Robert (Illness).
Oakland Athletics vs Chicago White Sox | Moneyline, Over/Under and Point Spread Odds
Moneyline Pick: Chicago White Sox (-275) at FanDuel
The Chicago White Sox are considered the favorite in this matchup. The club enters this matchup sporting a winning percentage of 57.69% for this month, a record of 15 victories in total. The winning percentage of the Oakland Athletics on the other hand, is at 53.85% for this month, accounting a total of 14 wins.
Over/Under Pick: Under 8 Total Runs (-115) at FanDuel
Before placing a bet, keep in mind that the projected O/U for this matchup is under 8. This means that the total number of runs for both teams is predicted to be under 8.
Runline Pick: Chicago White Sox -1.5 Runs (-125) at FanDuel
The Chicago White Sox will need to win by the amount of the spread or more in order to cover a runline of -1.5.
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