| MATCHUP | New York Mets | Chicago White Sox |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 58-71 | 67-61 |
| Spread | +1.5 -199 | -1.5 163 |
| Moneyline | -103 | -117 |
| Total | Over 8 (-118) | Under 8 (-102) |
| Where | Rate Field, Chicago, Illinois | |
| When | Saturday, August 22, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:10 PM EDT | |
| TV | MLB.TV | |
New York Mets Betting Preview
The New York Mets enter Saturday’s contest with a 58–71 overall record (5th in the National League East) and a 28–36 mark on the road. The Mets offense has struggled to maintain consistency this season. New York has compiled 535 runs scored, 161 doubles, 156 home runs, and a .235 team batting average which ranks 26th in Major League Baseball.The Mets arrive at tomorrow night’s game in good form. New York has won five of the team’s last seven games played this season, including a 2–1 victory over the San Diego Padres earlier this week.
New York will turn to right hander Christian Scott in this game. In 18 starts made this season, Scott has compiled a 4-3 win-loss record, a 3.51 ERA, a 1.29 WHIP and 105 strikeouts in 84.2 innings pitched. Tidwell arrives at this contest in subpar form, allowing three earned runs or more in three of his last four starts made in 2026. Tidwell will look to rebound from his rather pedestrian recent performances on the mound in tomorrow’s matchup with the Boston Red Sox.
The New York Mets lineup features Juan Soto and Carson Benge. Juan Soto has compiled a .283 batting average, 21 home runs, 52 RBIs, and a .947 OPS. Carson Benge has tallied a .272 batting average, 15 home runs, 51 RBIs, and a .750 OPS.
Chicago White Sox Betting Preview
The Chicago White Sox enter Saturday night’s matchup with a 67–61 overall record (1st in the American League Central) and a robust 38-25 mark at home. Chicago has played above average baseball recently, winning five of the team’s last eight games, including a 3-0 shutout win over the Chicago Cubs two days ago.The White Sox will start right hander Luis Castillo in tomorrow’s game. In 23 starts made in 2026, Castillo has tallied a 4-9 record, a 4.99 ERA, a 1.37 WHIP and 102 strikeouts in 115.1 innings pitched. Castillo has struggled recently, allowing five earned runs or more in two of his last four starts made this season.
Shifting our focus to the Chicago offense, the White Sox lineup features second baseman Miguel Vargas who has amassed a team leading 29 home runs (13th in MLB), 30 doubles, 73 walks, 74 RBIs and an .847 OPS which ranks 23rd in Major League baseball.
Why the New York Mets will win.
• Offensive firepower. Juan Soto and Carson Benge lead the New York Mets lineup.• Starting pitching. In 18 starts made this season, Christian Scott has compiled a 4-3 win-loss record, a 3.51 ERA, a 1.29 WHIP and 105 strikeouts in 84.2 innings pitched.
• Current form. The New York Mets have won five of the team’s last seven games.
Why the Chicago White Sox will win.
• Home field edge. Chicago has played outstanding baseball (38-25) at Guaranteed Rate Field this season.• Offensive balance. Second baseman Miguel Vargas has been a key contributor for the Chicago White Sox in 2026.
• Starting pitching. In 23 starts made in 2026, Luis Castillo has tallied a 4-9 record, a 4.99 ERA, a 1.37 WHIP and 102 strikeouts in 115.1 innings pitched.