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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Houston Astros vs. Chicago White Sox, another article in our daily series of free MLB betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free MLB betting breakdown article is for Friday, May 12th 2023.
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Today's Betting Overview - Astros vs. White Sox
The Astros take on the White Sox on Friday, May 12th 2023 at Guaranteed Rate Field, Chicago. RotoBaller provides free handicapping pick and odds for all MLB games throughout the 2023 season.
- Matchup: Houston Astros (19-18) vs. Chicago White Sox (13-26)
- Date: Friday, May 12th 2023
- Time: 8:10 ET
- Venue: Guaranteed Rate Field, Chicago
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Houston Astros - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
The Houston Astros enter play ranked 3rd in the AL West, with an overall record of 19-18. When playing away from home, the Astros have played well posting a record of 11-7.
Being the favorite in 24 of their 37 games has not helped Houston improve their record against the runline, which stands at just 18-19. The team's over/under record comes in at 19-17 with an average betting line of 8.
J.P. France will take the mound having yet to factor into a decision, still sitting with a record of 0-0. So far, France has yet to give up an earned run. Opponents have had a tough time against the right-hander, as they are batting just .167 against him. When looking at how opposing batters are faring in the power department, J.P. France has a WOBA allowed of .226 and has yet to be tagged for a home run. With a total of one walk, France has a WHIP of .80.
Houston's offense comes into this game averaging 4.4 runs per game, placing them near the MLB average. Together, the Astros' offense has the 20th-ranked batting average, at .238. Along with their low batting average, the team has hit just 33 home runs (24th). Houston's overall OBP of .306 puts them 22nd in the league.
Chicago White Sox - Today's MLB Betting Analysis
Heading into today's game against Houston, the White Sox have a record of just 13-26. This places the team 4th in the AL Central. Chicago has yet to take advantage of playing at home, going just 6-10.
Chicago's record against the runline, while being favored 12 times in 39 games, sits at 18-21. With an average betting line of 8 runs, the team's over/under record stands at 21-15.
The White Sox will send Michael Kopech to the mound with an overall record of 1-3. Compared to other starting pitchers, Michael Kopech has one of the higher ERA's in the league at 5.97. In his outings, opposing batters are hitting .262 against the right-hander. So far, Kopech has given up 12 home runs and comes in with a WOBA allowed of .392. With a total of 22 walks, Kopech has a WHIP of 1.57.
On offense, Chicago comes into the game averaging 4.3 runs per game, placing them in a group of teams near the league average. So far, the White Sox have combined for a team batting average of .238, placing them 20th in the league. In terms of home runs, Chicago ranks 18th, with a total of 40 long balls. To date, Chicago has the MLB's 24th-rated OBP, sitting at .302.
Today's MLB Betting Pick - Astros vs. White Sox
Heading into today's matchup between Houston and Chicago, the Astros are the betting favorite at -152 on the moneyline. Houston's implied win probability sits at 60.32%. The MLB predictive model shows the Astros pitching to carry the team to a win. For aggressive bettors, there is enough of an advantage to take Houston on the runline.
Recommended Betting Pick: Astros -1.5
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