Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox 5/14/23 – On Sunday afternoon, the Houston Astros and Chicago White Sox complete a three-game series against each other. The starting pitchers are Hunter Brown for the Astros and Lucas Giolito will lead off for the White Sox. Baseball betting stats are in favor of the home team to come out on top of this match.
Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox
Date & Time: Sunday, May 14, 2023 at 2:10 PM ET
Location: Guaranteed Rate Field Chicago, IL
TV: NBC Sports Chicago
Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox 5/14/23 Betting Odds
Astros
Moneyline: -120
Spread: -1.5 (+133)
Total: 8 over (-110)
White Sox
Moneyline: +110
Spread: +1.5 (-153)
Total: 8 under (-110)
Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox Analysis
Houston Astros will complete their nine-game road trip in this game. They haven’t quite been at their best lately, losing two out of three against the Mariners but rebounding by taking two of three from Angels prior to this series. Batting averages have been held in check in recent games, scoring four or fewer runs in three of their four decisions heading into Saturday. Houston averages 4.37 runs per game, placing 17th. The pitching staff has recorded a team ERA of 3.30 which puts them second overall.
On Sunday, Hunter Brown will take to the mound for the Houston Astros. Brown will look to rebound from his worst outing of the year against the Angels when he allowed four runs on nine hits in just 4.1 innings and had no decision rendered against him. Young right-hander has had some difficulties, yet still has an impressive 3.23 ERA and 1.31 WHIP to his credit, in addition to three wins across 39 innings pitched. Brown has only allowed one home run this season.
Chicago was expected to compete at the top of its division but suffered an unprecedented 10-game losing streak in April – which will make a comeback difficult. Chicago fell to the Royals this week in three out of four meetings and has only managed to claim victory against two series this season – against Twins and Reds respectively. Chicago is 4-6 in their last ten games. Chicago has averaged 4.22 runs this season, placing them 20th overall. Their pitching staff has earned them an 5.66 team ERA which places them 29th.
Lucas Giolito will receive the call on Sunday. Giolito impressed in his last outing, holding the Royals to only two runs over six innings and earning his second win to even out his record at 2-2. Veteran pitcher has been consistently impressive, holding opponents to two or fewer runs over three straight outings and posting an impressive 3.59 ERA and 1.11 WHIP over 47.2 innings pitched. Right-handed pitcher has struggled against the Astros throughout his career, posting an unfavorable 5.94 ERA with 2-5 record in 47 career innings.
Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox Against the Spread
Under is 4-0 in Astros last 4 games vs. a right-handed starter. Under is 4-0 in Astros last 4 road games vs. a right-handed starter. Over is 5-0 in Astros last 5 road games with the total set at 11.0 or higher. Astros are 6-1 in their last 7 games with the total set at 6.5 or lower. Over is 5-1 in Astros last 6 games with the total set at 11.0 or higher.
Over is 4-0 in White Sox last 4 during game 3 of a series. Over is 3-0-1 in Giolitos last 4 starts vs. American League West. Under is 4-0 in Giolitos last 4 starts with 4 days of rest. Over is 3-0-1 in Giolitos last 4 home starts with the total set at 9.0-10.5. White Sox are 0-4 in Giolitos last 4 starts during game 3 of a series.
Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox Free Pick
The Houston Astros have not experienced their best season yet this year. The Astros are heading into their final game of an intense nine-game road trek, having only won four out of nine contests. White Sox have shown improvement since their dismal losing streak last month, and this starting pitching matchup clearly favors them at home according to the baseball betting experts.
Free Pick: Chicago White Sox +110
