Friday, July 21's MLB schedule features the start of a three-game series between the Chicago White Sox (41-57) and Minnesota Twins (50-48).
- White Sox vs Twins Game Info
- White Sox vs Twins Odds & Spread
- White Sox vs Twins Betting Trends
- White Sox vs Twins Prediction & Pick
- White Sox vs Twins Best Bet
White Sox vs Twins Game Info
- Date:'Friday, July 21, 2023
- Time:'8:10 p.m. ET
- Venue:'Target Field — Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Coverage:'NBC Sports Chicago, Bally Sp orts North
The White Sox are set to play their seventh consecutive road game following Wednesday's 6-2 victory over the New York Mets. On the other side, the Twins hope to light a fire under their batters after a 5-0 shutout loss to the Seattle Mariners 24 hours ago.
White Sox vs Twins Odds & Spread
- Moneyline:'CHW: (+132) | MIN: (-156)
- Spread:'CHW: +1.5 (-166) | MIN: -1.5 (+138)
- Total:'8 — Over: (-102) | Under: (-120)
The Twins enter this contest as home favorites on the moneyline and spread per FanDuel Sportsbook's odds. This 8:10 p.m. ET clash also features an over/under of 8 runs with the Under being favored at -120 odds.
White Sox vs Twins Betting Trends
- The White Sox are 5-10 straight up (SU) in their last 15 games.
- Minnesota is 10-5 SU in its last 15 home games against the White Sox.
- The total has hit the Under in four of the White Sox's last six road games against Minnesota.
- The total has hit the Over in four of Minnesota's last five games against the AL.
White Sox vs Twins Prediction & Pick
When it comes to today's starting pitcher battle, the White Sox are at a disadvantage. Lance Lynn is struggling to produce results, going 2-3 with a 6.40 ERA in his last eight starts. He also couldn't get the job done against the Twins at Target Field back in April, giving up three earned runs and two homers over six innings in a 4-3 loss for Chicago.
At the same time, Joe Ryan has thrived at Target Field. The 27-year-old SP has played to a 5-3 record and 3.32 ERA while averaging 11.1 strikeouts per nine innings in nine previous home games. Furthe rmore, Ryan has yet to lose to the Twins in his record, boasting a 1.80 ERA in two previous starts against the AL Central rival.
I'm going with the Twins winning tonight. Not only have they owned the White Sox at Target Field, but they're also a solid 11-7 SU at home against the AL Central in 2023. For reference, Chicago is 5-9 SU on the road when facing divisional rivals this season.
Besides, returning home after a lengthy road trip will only boost the Twins' spirits. Unless they show no life early on, it's their game to lose.
Final Score Prediction:'Twins: 5 | White Sox: 2
White Sox vs Twins Best Bet
Tonight's best bet is the Under on Lance Lynn's 7.5-strikeout total. Although his 11 strikeouts per nine innings clip is impressive, Lynn frequently finishes with the Under on this prop. He's finished with seven or fewer strikeouts in 10 of his last 12 outings, including in his latest start.
Although the Twins average the most strikeouts in the Majors, they're only averaging 7.7 K's in their last seven home games. In other words, keeping expectations low for Lynn is the best option.