Baltimore Orioles vs. Chicago White Sox: Preview, Predictions and Picks for May 25, 2024

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May 25, 2024 6:12 AM
The Baltimore Orioles, riding high on their impressive 31-18 record, look to extend their dominance over the struggling Chicago White Sox (15-37) on Saturday, May 25 at 2:10 PM at Guaranteed Rate Field. The Orioles, who lead the series 2-0, will aim to capitalize on their strong road performance (14-8) against a White Sox team that has struggled at home (10-16).
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Orioles vs White Sox starting pitchers

  • Erick Fedde for Chicago White Sox
  • Albert Suarez for Baltimore Orioles

Orioles vs White Sox statistics

Stat Orioles White Sox
Hits 408 (17th) 367 (28th)
Batting Average .243 (15th) .217 (29th)
Runs Batted In 234 (7th) 142 (30th)
Runs 243 (7th) 153 (30th)
Home Runs 72 (2nd) 36 (30th)
Walks 131 (29th) 134 (Tied-27th)
Stolen Bases 37 (Tied-11th) 34 (Tied-13th)
Strikeouts 393 (23rd) 428 (15th)
Pitches 7077 (28th) 7097 (27th)

Chicago White Sox recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/24/24 vs Baltimore Orioles L 6-4
5/23/24 vs Baltimore Orioles L 8-6
5/22/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays L 9-2
5/21/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays W 5-0
5/20/24 @ Toronto Blue Jays L 9-3

Baltimore Orioles recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
5/24/24 @ Chicago White Sox W 6-4
5/23/24 @ Chicago White Sox W 8-6
5/22/24 @ St. Louis Cardinals L 5-4
5/21/24 @ St. Louis Cardinals L 3-1
5/20/24 @ St. Louis Cardinals L 6-3

Orioles vs White Sox predictions

As the Baltimore Orioles take on the Chicago White Sox, I'm expecting some big performances from the Orioles' lineup. Specifically, I think Adley Rutschman is due for a breakout game, with at least two hits and an RBI. Gunnar Henderson has been on a tear lately, and I project him to go yard and drive in two runs. And don't sleep on Cedric Mullins, who should be able to get on base a couple of times and use his speed to cause some chaos on the basepaths. With these guys leading the charge, the Orioles' offense should be able to put up some crooked numbers.

On the other side, the White Sox will be relying on their own set of stars to try and take down the Orioles. Paul DeJong has been a bright spot in an otherwise struggling Chicago lineup, and I think he'll be able to get a couple of hits and drive in a run. Andrew Vaughn has been seeing the ball well lately, and I project him to get on base a couple of times and score a run. And while the White Sox pitching staff has been a weakness all year, I think Erick Fedde will be able to at least keep his team in the game with a solid outing.

In the end, I think the Orioles' offense will be too much for the White Sox to handle. With their lineup firing on all cylinders, I predict the Orioles will come out on top, 6-4. The White Sox will make it a game, but ultimately, the Orioles' superior firepower will prove to be the difference maker.

Chicago White Sox injuries

  • Bryan Ramos (3B): 10-Day-IL
  • Corey Knebel (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Max Stassi (C): 60-Day-IL
  • Joe Barlow (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Jonathan Stiever (RP): Day-To-Day

Baltimore Orioles injuries

  • Sam Basallo (C): Day-To-Day
  • Connor Norby (2B): Day-To-Day
  • Hudson Haskin (OF): Day-To-Day
  • Bruce Zimmermann (RP): Day-To-Day
  • Conner Loeprich (RP): Day-To-Day

Orioles vs White Sox game info

Venue Guaranteed Rate Field
Location Chicago, Illinois
First pitch Sat 2:10 PM
Temperature 64°
Chance of Rain 0%

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