Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago White Sox MLB Betting Preview, Odds, and Predictions

Betting Preview

Here’s our betting preview for the upcoming MLB clash between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the White Sox on Saturday, April 8th at PNC Park. We provide you with a comprehensive analysis, odds, and predictions to help with your handicapping decision or tail our expert based on the projected lineups and listed starting pitchers.

Betting Odds

White Sox vs. Pirates Projected Lineup

Straight Up/Over-Under/ Runline Record

Chicago White Sox: 3-5 SU / OU 7-1 / Runline 3-5

Pittsburgh Pirates: 5-2 SU / OU 3-4 / Runline 5-2The White Sox are already facing some challenges, with two consecutive losses in eight games played. As a result, their record stands at 3-5. As of now, Chicago has a road record of 2-3.

The White Sox’s over/under record comes in at 7-1 while their record against the runline sits at 3-5. Looking back to last season, they went 40-41 against the runline on the road.

With seven games in the books, the Pirates have a 5-2 record. Against the White Sox, the Pirates aiming to build on their four game winning streak. To start the season, Pittsburgh has gone 1-0 at home.

The Pirates had a poor record of 40-41 against the runline last season. Nonetheless, they are presently doing better with a 5-2 runline record and an over/under mark of 3-4.

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Pitching Matchup

Mike Clevinger’s most recent appearance ended with him allowing zero runs allowed on three hits to the Astros. For the game, Clevinger picked up the win as the White Sox won by a score of 6-3.

In Vince Velasquez’s last outing, the Pirates lost by a score of 3-1 to the Reds. In the game, he allowed three runs on five hits over 4 2/3 innings.

White Sox vs. Pirates Offense Outlook

So far this season, the White Sox are averaging 5.1 runs per game, placing them 5th in the MLB. This mark has come on a batting average of .287 (2nd) and an OPS of .805 which is 8th in the league.

Chicago White Sox Top Bats

The Pirates come into the game averaging 5.1 runs per game. Their batting average of .253 is currently 12th while Pittsburgh’s WOBA of .335 ranks 12th in the MLB.

Pittsburgh Pirates Top Hitters vs. Righties

Free MLB Pick

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