The American League Division series is all set to take place between the Chicago White Sox and Houston Astros. The White Sox will take the road in this game to square off from Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas. The Chicago White Sox made it to the postseason by clinching their division title with ease. The White Sox are the winners of the AL Central and are up against a strong Astros team that clinched the AL West. The online sportsbook odds have every detail of this exciting five-game postseason series.
Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros Information
Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros MLB Game 2
| Date: |
Friday, October 8, 2021 |
| Time: |
2:07 PM ET |
| Location: |
Minute Maid Park, Houston, Texas |
| TV Coverage: |
TV |
Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros Betting Odds
| Team |
SP/RL |
TOTAL |
ML |
|
| White Sox |
+1.5 (-200) |
8.5 o (-105) |
+107 |
Place Bets |
| Astros |
-1.5 (+160) |
8.5 u (-116) |
-127 |
| Place Bets |
Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros CashBet Wagering Analysis
The Chicago White Sox won a total of 93 games and dropped 69 in return. The White Sox were strong enough to keep the Indians at second place with a solid 13-game lead. As for Houston, they took out the Mariners and the Athletics to secure the AL West Division play. The Astros won 95 and dropped 67 games in return.
Lynn to Get the Ball
Chicago is turning in Lance Lynn as their starter against Houston. Lynn has been the best this season with a solid 11-6 record and an ERA of 2.69 in 28 regular season starts. The talented pitcher has a spectacular WHIP of 1.07 and 176 Ks. Lynn has pitched 157 innings this season and has walked 45 opponent hitters. On the road, he holds an ERA of 2.90 with a 4-3 record and a WHIP of 1.21 with 20 walks and 64 Ks.
Astros to Take Advantage at Home
Houston will be playing this game and home and they certainly have a big advantage. The Astros will turn in Lance McCullers Jr. to the mound as their starter in this game. McCullers is holding a 13-5 record on the season with an ERA of 3.16 in 28 regular season starts. McCullers has a decent WHIP of 1.22 with 185 Ks in a span of 162 plus innings. The Astros are turning in one of their best pitchers to get past the White Sox.
Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros CashBet Free Pick
Both teams have offensive power, but Houston has a slight advantage at home. The Astros have the latest postseason bets in their favor with the help of their batting and pitching unit. Take Houston to win the first of the series.
Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros CashBet Best Bet: Houston Astros.
