Astros vs White Sox Prediction and MLB Tips - 17 August 2024
Last updated: Aug 17, 2024, 12:09AM | Published: Aug 15, 2024, 7:28PM
The Houston Astros will face the Chicago White Sox in MLB action at Minute Maid Park on Saturday, starting at 10:10am AEST.
Spencer Arrighetti (5-10, 5.14 ERA) will start for the Astros, while the White Sox are going with Garrett Crochet (6-9, 3.66 ERA).
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Astros vs White Sox game, as well as the latest betting odds in Australia.
Who Will Win?
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Houston vs White Sox MLB match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Astros a 67% chance of winning against the White Sox at Minute Maid Park.
Astros vs White Sox: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's MLB game at Minute Maid Park are shown below:
- Head to Head: Astros $1.36, White Sox $3.23
- Line: Astros -1.5 ($1.83), White Sox +1.5 ($2.00)
- Total (Over/Under 7.6 Runs): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, TAB currently has the Astros at $1.36 and the White Sox at $3.23.
The Astros are listed as 1.5-run favourites against the White Sox, with odds of $1.83 available at TAB.
For the underdog White Sox (+1.5) to cover the line, TAB offers odds of $2.00.
The over/under for total runs scored is set at 7.6 with TAB, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the White Sox (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 7.6-run over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Astros vs White Sox: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: White Sox at $3.23 with TAB (3.1% edge)
- Line: White Sox +1.5 at $2.00 with TAB (52% probability) 🔥
- Total Runs: Under 7.6 at $1.91 with TAB (51% probability)
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These Astros vs White Sox predictions are based on detailed simulations and gambling expertise to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Astros have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the White Sox to win is our recommended option due to the 3.1% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a sports bettor.
Astros vs White Sox: Prediction
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Houston vs White Sox game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live scorestips.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Houston vs White Sox match-up.
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Astros vs White Sox: Essential Details
The game between the Astros and White Sox at Minute Maid Park is scheduled to commence at 10:10am AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Houston Astros vs Chicago White Sox
- Date: Saturday 17 August 2024
- Time: 10:10am AEST
- Venue: Minute Maid Park
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
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Conclusion
Our Houston vs White Sox predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our MLB tips are trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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