The New York Yankees, holding a strong season record, are in Chicago to face the White Sox in a highly anticipated matchup on Sunday, August 31, 2025. With the Yankees favored to win, all eyes will be on the pitching duel between Luis Gil and Martin Perez, and whether the White Sox can overcome their recent struggles.
Key Matchup Insights
- The Yankees are the clear favorites, with moneyline odds around -192, while the White Sox are listed as underdogs at +160.
- The over/under for the game is set at 9 runs.
- Luis Gil will start for the Yankees, holding a 2-1 record with a 3.75 ERA, while Martin Perez takes the mound for the White Sox with a 1-3 record and a 2.02 ERA.
Betting Trends and Predictions
Model predictions suggest a 62-64% probability of a Yankees victory. The Yankees have a strong record when favored, winning over 57% of such games. Conversely, the White Sox have struggled as underdogs, winning only about 35% of their games when facing longer odds. Betting trends indicate a lean towards the Yankees covering the run line and the total going under 9 runs.
Team Performance and Statistics
The Yankees boast the league’s best offense, leading in runs scored and home runs, with a .457 slugging percentage. Their pitching staff also ranks highly in strikeouts. The White Sox, however, have struggled offensively, ranking near the bottom in runs scored and batting average. Their pitching staff’s ERA is also higher than the Yankees’.
Key Players to Watch
For the Yankees, Aaron Judge continues to be a standout performer with a high batting average and significant home run and RBI totals. Cody Bellinger also provides strong offensive support. On the White Sox side, Lenyn Sosa leads the team in home runs and RBIs, and Andrew Benintendi has shown recent offensive sparks.
Injury Report
Both teams have several players on the injured list, including key pitchers for the Yankees like Gerrit Cole and Clarke Schmidt, and for the White Sox, Luis Robert and Miguel Vargas are among those sidelined. These absences could impact team performance.
Game Information
The game is scheduled for Sunday, August 31, 2025, at 2:10 p.m. ET, and will be broadcast on CHSN and YES. Fans can also stream the game live via Fubo.
Let´s go White Sox!