New York Yankees @ Chicago White Sox - August 29, 2025

The New York Yankees will beat the Chicago White Sox. The New York Yankees will cover the spread, and the total will go over.

When analyzing the teams’ overall performances, the Yankees boast a notable advantage offensively. With their average of approximately 5.2 runs per game, the Yankees rank significantly higher than the White Sox, who manage around 4.0 runs. Furthermore, the Yankees also excel in hits, averaging about 8.5 per game, compared to the White Sox’s 7.8. This disparity in offensive output indicates that the Yankees are more adept at putting runs on the board, which is critical for a favorable outcome in this matchup.

On the pitching side, while both teams have comparable ERAs (Yankees at 4.1 and White Sox at 4.2), the Yankees’ slight edge, coupled with their superior run production, gives them the upper hand. Moreover, the discrepancy in batting averages, with the Yankees hitting around 0.244 compared to the White Sox’s 0.229, further supports the expectation that the Yankees will put up enough runs, leading to a high-scoring game. Therefore, not only do I foresee a Yankees victory, but I also anticipate that the combined scoring will exceed the total, making this a game worth watching.