The Detroit Tigers are set to face the Chicago White Sox on August 11, 2025, at Rate Field in Chicago. The Tigers enter the matchup as favorites, looking to extend their lead in the AL Central. This game features a pitching matchup between Chris Paddack for the Tigers and Elvis Peguero for the White Sox.
Tigers vs. White Sox: Key Matchup Details
- Date: Monday, August 11, 2025
- Time: 7:40 p.m. ET
- Venue: Rate Field, Chicago, Illinois
- TV Channels: CHSN, FDSDET
- Probable Starters: Chris Paddack (DET) vs. Elvis Peguero (CWS)
Betting Odds and Predictions
The Detroit Tigers are favored in this contest with moneyline odds of -140. The Chicago White Sox are listed as underdogs at +118. The over/under for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Tigers are also favored on the run line at -1.5 with odds of +121.
Score Prediction: Tigers 5, White Sox 4
Total Prediction: Over 8.5 runs
Win Probabilities: Tigers 52%, White Sox 48%
Team Performance and Betting Trends
The Tigers have a strong record when favored this season, winning 63.4% of games where they were the moneyline favorite. They are 36-16 when favored by -140 or more. Detroit’s recent performance shows a 5-5 record in their last 10 games, with the over hitting in eight of those contests.
The White Sox, conversely, have struggled as underdogs, winning only 36.2% of games when listed at +118 or worse. Their recent form is also a concern, with a 4-6 record in their last 10 games, though the over hit in six of those matchups.
Key Player Insights
For the Tigers, Gleyber Torres leads the team with a .271 batting average and has a two-game hitting streak. Spencer Torkelson is a significant power threat, hitting .241 with 25 home runs, while Riley Greene leads the team with 27 home runs and 87 RBIs.
On the White Sox side, Andrew Benintendi has a team-leading 14 home runs. Lenyn Sosa is also a key offensive player, batting .278 with 14 home runs and 48 RBIs. Luis Robert is hitting .222 with 12 home runs.
Probable Pitchers
Chris Paddack will take the mound for the Tigers. He has a 4-10 record with a 4.91 ERA and 88 strikeouts in 121.2 innings pitched this season. In his previous outings against the White Sox this season, he has allowed 11 earned runs in 8.1 innings.
Elvis Peguero is expected to start for the White Sox. He has made six relief appearances this season, holding opposing hitters to a .258 batting average with a 4.91 ERA and 6.1 strikeouts per nine innings.
Injury Updates
Detroit Tigers:
- J. Jobe (Flexor) – IL60
- M. Vierling (Oblique) – IL10
- P. Meadows (Quad) – IL10
- R. Olson (Shoulder) – IL60
- S. Guenther (Hip) – IL60
- W. Pérez (Leg Bruise) – DTD
Chicago White Sox:
- C. Meidroth (Thumb) – IL10
- M. Castro (Knee) – IL60
- M. Pérez (Forearm) – IL60
- M. Vargas (Oblique) – IL10
Good Luck Guys! Let´s Go White Sox!