The Chicago White Sox (69-68) and Oakland Athletics (50-87) meet Thursday at 9:40 p.m. ET to start a 4-game series at Oakland Coliseum. Let's analyze Tipico Sportsbook's lines around the White Sox vs. Athletics odds'with'MLB picks and predictions.
Season series: Chicago leads 2-1
The White Sox are 6-2 in their last 8 games. Chicago pitching has been strong over that stretch, posting a fine 2.54 ERA.
The Athletics are just 1-6 in their last 7 games, and their pitching has trended the other way. Oakland has registered a 5.63 ERA in those 7 games and a 5.03 mark since Aug. 18.