The Chicago White Sox will visit the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The game is set to begin at 12:40 PM. Fans can look forward to an exciting evening as these teams meet under the lights.

White Sox vs. Reds Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Cincinnati Reds -224
  The Reds have a better record and stronger pitching stats. They also have a better batting average and more home runs than the White Sox.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 9.5 (-116)
  Both teams have shown solid pitching, and the White Sox struggle with hitting. This may lead to a lower-scoring game.

Team Trends

• The Chicago White Sox have a division record of 2-14 this season.
• The Cincinnati Reds have a road record of 11-12 this season.
• On May 14th, 2025, the Chicago White Sox won against the Cincinnati Reds 4-2 in a spring training game.
• The Cincinnati Reds lost to the Houston Astros 6-0 on May 11th, 2025, with only 2 hits in the game.
• In a game on May 10th, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds scored 13 runs against the Houston Astros.

White Sox vs Reds Preview

The Chicago White Sox are set to take on the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The game will begin at 12:40 PM under the lights. The White Sox are looking to improve their performance, with Bryse Wilson expected to play a key role. Wilson has pitched in 13 games this season, with a record of 0-1 and an ERA of 4.88.

On the mound for the Reds is Nick Martinez. Martinez has started in 8 games this season, holding a 1-4 record with a 4.23 ERA. His ability to keep batters off balance will be crucial for the Reds. Both teams aim to make strides in their respective divisions, making this game an important one for both sides.

Reds’ Key Players and Stats

Elly De La Cruz leads the Reds in several areas. He has played 44 games with a batting average of .250. De La Cruz also tops the team with 7 home runs, 28 runs, and 30 RBIs. TJ Friedl has been another strong player for the Reds. He has a batting average of .274 over 41 games. Friedl is dealing with a wrist injury but might still play. Matt McLain has played 35 games this season. His batting average is .171 with 5 home runs. McLain also has 20 runs and 15 RBIs.

White Sox Players and Pitching Insights

Luis Robert Jr. leads the White Sox in several categories. He has played 39 games with a batting average of .190. Despite knee soreness, he is expected to play and has 5 home runs, 20 runs, and 17 RBIs. Miguel Vargas is another key player for the White Sox. He has a batting average of .214 over 40 games. Vargas is dealing with a calf injury but is likely to participate, contributing 3 home runs and 15 RBIs. Andrew Vaughn has played 41 games for the White Sox. He holds a batting average of .194 with 5 home runs. Vaughn leads the team in RBIs with 18, adding depth to their lineup.

Final Betting Pick

The Reds are favored on the money line due to their superior record and stats. They have a better batting average and more home runs than the White Sox. The Reds also have a stronger pitching staff with a lower ERA and WHIP. Nick Martinez, the Reds’ starting pitcher, has a solid ERA of 4.23 and a WHIP of 1.30, which supports the prediction.

The under 9.5 prediction is based on both teams’ pitching strengths. The White Sox have a decent ERA of 3.96 but struggle with hitting, shown by their .216 batting average. The Reds’ pitching is strong, ranked 10th in ERA and 5th in batting average against. These factors point to a lower-scoring game, making the under a sensible choice.

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