May 28, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Davis Martin (65) delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the first inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Chicago White Sox vs Boston Red Sox Prediction 8/4/2026 Today’s MLB Picks

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MATCHUP Chicago White Sox Boston Red Sox
Team Records 59-52 60-51
Spread -1.5 158 +1.5 -192
Moneyline +100 -120
Total Over 9 (-108) Under 9 (-112)
Where Fenway Park, Boston, Massachusetts
When Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Time 07:10 PM EDT
TV MLB.TV

The Chicago White Sox and the Boston Red Sox will meet on Tuesday night in the opening game of a three‑game American League series at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.

Chicago White Sox Betting Preview

The Chicago White Sox enter Tuesday’s contest with a 59–52 overall record (1st in the American League Central) and a 25–31 mark on the road. The White Sox offense has been competitive to this point in the season. Through 111 games played in 2026, Chicago has compiled 531 runs scored (9th in MLB), 171 doubles, a .238 team batting average and 146 home runs which ranks fifth in Major League Baseball.

The White Sox arrive at tomorrow night’s game in above average form. Chicago has won four of the team’s last five games played this season, including a 6–1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays four days ago.

Chicago will turn to right hander Davis Martin in this game. In 21 starts made this season, Martin has compiled a 9–5 win‑loss record, a 3.62 ERA, a 1.26 WHIP and 106 strikeouts, while allowing 113 hits and 16 walks in 117 innings pitched. Davis Martin arrives at this contest in subpar form, allowing four or more earned runs in his last two starts made in 2026. Martin will look to bounce back from his recent poor performances in tomorrow’s matchup with the Boston Red Sox.

Shifting our focus to the Chicago offense, the White Sox lineup features shortstop Colson Montgomery who has amassed a 25 home runs (9th in MLB), 18 doubles, 36 walks, 63 RBIs and a .744 OPS.       

Boston Red Sox Betting Preview

The Boston Red Sox enter Tuesday night’s matchup with a 60–51 overall record (2nd in the American League East) and a 25–29 mark at home. Boston has played competitive baseball recently, winning five consecutive games, including a 9–4 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers last week.

Boston will start left hander Patrick Sandoval in tomorrow’s game. In four starts made this season, Sandoval has compiled a 3.32 ERA, a 1.58 WHIP and 20 strikeouts, while allowing 24 hits and 6 walks in 19 innings pitched. Patrick Sandoval will look to build on his recent strong performances on the mound in tomorrow’s matchup with the Chicago White Sox.

The Boston Red Sox lineup features outfielder Wilyer Abreu and first baseman Willson Contreras. Wilyer Abreu enters this contest with a .248 batting average, 17 home runs, 22 doubles, 54 RBIs and a .757 OPS. Wilson Contreras has compiled a .284 batting average, 23 home runs (17th in MLB), 18 doubles and 67 RBIs.      

Why the Chicago White Sox will win.

• Offensive upside. Shortstop Colson Montgomery has been a key contributor for Chicago White Sox lineup this season.

• Starting pitching. In 21 starts made this season, Davis Martin has compiled a 9–5 win‑loss record, a 3.62 ERA, a 1.26 WHIP and 106 strikeouts in 117 innings pitched.

• Current form. The Chicago White Sox have won four of the team’s last five games.

Why the Boston Red Sox will win.

• Starting pitching. In four starts made this season, Patrick Sandoval has compiled a 3.32 ERA, a 1.58 WHIP and 20 strikeouts in 19 innings pitched.

• Home field edge. Boston has played competitive baseball at Fenway Park this season.

• Recent form. The Boston Red Sox arrive at this contest on the heels of a five-game winning streak.

Chicago White Sox vs. Boston Red Sox Prediction

In my view this matchup favors the Boston Red Sox. Why? Boston hurler Patrick Sandoval has compiled a 3.32 ERA, a 1.58 WHIP and 20 strikeouts, while allowing 24 hits and 6 walks in 19 innings pitched. Conversely, Chicago starting pitcher Davis Martin arrives at this contest in subpar form, allowing four or more earned runs in his last two starts made in 2026. Additionally, the Red Sox arrive at this contest on the heels of a five-game winning streak. With that said, I am backing the Boston Red sox on the moneyline in this game.

Hans Geevers's Pick: Boston Red Sox ML

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