Date: Sunday, June 8, 2025
Time: 2:10 PM ET
Venue: Guaranteed Rate Field, Chicago, IL
Game Overview
The White Sox secured a 4-1 victory on Saturday, extending their three-game home winning streak.
Kansas City Royals Outlook
The Royals have struggled on the road, holding a 14-19 away record this season. Their offense, led by Bobby Witt Jr. (.289 BA, 7 HR, 22 doubles), has been inconsistent, but they remain ahead in the season series 4-2 against Chicago.
Key Players to Watch:
- Bobby Witt Jr. – Batting .289, with 22 doubles, 3 triples, and 7 home runs.
- Vinnie Pasquantino – Batting .378 over his last 10 games, with 2 home runs.
- Maikel Garcia – Batting .310, with 2 home runs in his last five games.
Chicago White Sox Outlook
The White Sox have been dominant at home recently, improving their 16-17 home record. Their offense has been fueled by Miguel Vargas (8 HR, 26 RBIs) and Andrew Benintendi (6 HR, .246 BA).
Key Players to Watch:
- Miguel Vargas – Leads the team with 8 home runs and 26 RBIs.
- Chase Meidroth – Batting .301, with 5 doubles and 21 walks.
- Luis Robert Jr. – Batting .185, with 6 doubles and 5 home runs.
Matchup Analysis
- Pitching Duel: The Royals’ rotation has struggled, while the White Sox have found consistency.
- Offensive Battle: Kansas City has the edge in power hitting, but Chicago’s recent form is promising.
Game Odds
Kansas City Royals – 145
Chicago White Sox 9
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 7, 2025
