It really says something about the dire start to the season for the White Sox that they are home underdogs when the Phillies visit on Monday night. Both teams are 6-10 to start the year, disappointing by each of their own standards and what this game really comes down to is which club wants it less. Philadelphia has dropped four of their last six and Chicago has come up on the short end in four of their last five so have at it.
Before Betting on Phillies vs White Sox
It is somewhat surprising that the Phillies are the favorite at Guaranteed Rate Field for the series opener considering they are coming off a four game split in Cincinnati that included a 13-0 defeat on Saturday. Philadelphia somewhat redeemed themselves with a 14-3 win over the Reds on Sunday, but you also have to wonder what’s left in the offensive tank after an output like that.
Offshore oddsmakers must have faith in Philadelphia starter Zack Wheeler (0-1, 4.02 ERA) for Monday’s outing. He has gotten progressively better over his first three appearances of the season, completing 6.0 IP while allowing just 3 hits to the Marlins in what ended up being a 3-2 Phillies loss in 10 innings.
The Phillies offense has been solid despite their 6-10 start and even without Bryce Harper (elbow) so White Sox starter Lance Lynn has his work cut out for him. Even if Lynn (0-1, 7.31 ERA) does have a quality start, he has to turn the ball over to the worst bullpen in MLB as the Sox relievers are sporting a 7.57 ERA on the season.
Philadelphia vs Chicago MLB Offshore Betting Odds
| Offshore Sportsbook | Moneyline | Total | Run Line |
|---|---|---|---|
| BetOnline | Phillies (1.81) | Sox (2.13) | 7.5 | Phillies -1.5 (2.35) | Sox -1.5 (1.64) |
| Bovada | Phillies (1.80) | Sox (2.05) | 7.5 | Phillies -1.5 (2.30) | Sox -1.5 (1.67) |
| BetUS | Phillies (1.82) | Sox (2.12) | 7.5 | Phillies -1.5 (2.30) | Sox -1.5 (1.67) |
| SportsBetting.ag | Phillies (1.81) | Sox (2.13) | 7.5 | Phillies -1.5 (2.35) | Sox -1.5 (1.64) |
| Pinnacle | Phillies (1.84) | Sox (2.10) | 7.5 | Phillies -1.5 (2.40) | Sox -1.5 (1.65) |
| MyBookie | Phillies (1.78) | Sox (2.05) | 7.5 | Phillies -1.5 (2.37) | Sox -1.5 (1.59) |
Phillies vs White Sox Prediction & Pick
The Phillies are just 3-7 on the road this season, but that’s a wash because Chicago has gone just 2-4 at Guaranteed Rate Field to start 2023. Wheeler looks like he’s starting to get into game shape while Lynn could have his issues with this potent Phillies lineup.
