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Chicago White Sox vs San Francisco Giants June 29th 2025
The San Francisco Giants will visit the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field for an afternoon game on Sunday, June 29, 2025. The game will start at 2:10 PM and can be watched on NBCS. The weather forecast predicts a warm day with a few clouds and a calm crosswind.
San Francisco’s current season record is 45-38, while Chicago holds a 27-56 record. Justin Verlander will start for the Giants with an ERA of 4.52, and Jonathan Cannon will take the mound for the White Sox with an ERA of 4.67. Both teams will look to improve their standing in their respective divisions.
Giants vs White Sox Key Information
- Sport: Baseball
- Teams: San Francisco Giants vs. Chicago White Sox
- Venue: Rate Field in Chicago, IL
- Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025
- Betting Odds: Giants MoneyLine -156, White Sox MoneyLine +133
The Giants Can Win If…
The San Francisco Giants recently played against the Chicago White Sox, losing a close game 0-1. Robbie Ray pitched well with 6 innings, allowing only 1 run and striking out 6 batters. Despite the loss, Christian Koss had a good performance with 2 hits in 4 at-bats.
The Giants have a strong pitching staff with a team ERA of 3.38, ranking 3rd in the league. They have given up only 65 home runs this season, which is the 2nd best in the league. Their pitching strength can help them keep the game tight and give their hitters a chance to win.
Rafael Devers is a key player for the Giants with a batting average of .267 and 17 home runs. He leads the team in RBIs with 63, showing his ability to drive in runs. With players like Devers and a solid pitching lineup, the Giants have the tools to win their next game.
The White Sox Can Win If…
The Chicago White Sox secured a narrow 1-0 win against the San Francisco Giants in their most recent game. Adrian Houser pitched seven scoreless innings, allowing just four hits and striking out five. Andrew Benintendi provided the lone run with a home run, while Michael A. Taylor and Vinny Capra added multiple hits to support the team’s effort.
The White Sox have shown they can win with strong pitching performances. Their starting pitcher for the next game, Jonathan Cannon, has a record of 2-7 with an ERA of 4.67. The team ranks 12th in quality starts, which shows their potential to keep games close and give their offense a chance to win.
Chicago’s lineup features several players who can make an impact. Miguel Vargas leads the team with 10 home runs, while Lenyn Sosa has a batting average of .273. With solid contributions from hitters like Andrew Benintendi and Chase Meidroth, the White Sox have the tools to score runs and win games.
The Lean
The Giants are favored with a MoneyLine of -156 against the White Sox’s +133. The Giants have a strong pitching staff with a 3.38 ERA, ranked 3rd. Meanwhile, the White Sox have a 4.14 ERA, ranked 20th. My model projects the Giants to win with a score of 5-3. I recommend taking the Giants on the MoneyLine.
The current over/under line is set at 8.5 runs. The Giants’ pitching limits opponents, while the White Sox have struggled at the plate with a .220 batting average, ranked 18th. My model projects a total score of 8 runs. I recommend betting on the under for this game.
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Still Winless, Justin Verlander Takes Mound for Giants in Finale vs. White Sox
The chase for 300 career victories has hit a major speed bump for Justin Verlander. The 42-year-old future Hall of Famer will take the mound for the 13th time this season on Sunday afternoon, still searching for his first win of 2025. He’ll try to get that elusive victory as the San Francisco Giants play the rubber match of their three-game series against the host Chicago White Sox.
The Long Road to 263
When the Giants signed the three-time Cy Young winner, they envisioned him leading their rotation. While Verlander (0-5, 4.52 ERA) insists his “stuff” is trending in the right direction, the results haven’t followed. He has often been let down by a Giants offense that was shut out for the eighth time this season on Saturday, managing just four singles. Despite that, Verlander places the blame squarely on his own shoulders.
“It’s not on them, it’s on me,” he said. “You can’t expect to get many wins when you go out there every time and give up three-plus runs and don’t go deep into the game. That’s where I need to do better.” This type of accountability is a key topic in our expert betting guide.
Chicago’s “Nothing to Lose” Mentality
The White Sox bounced back to even the series on Saturday behind a dominant performance from their pitching staff. After starter Adrian Houser threw seven shutout innings, rookie reliever Grant Taylor came in throwing 100 mph gas to earn the save. For a young team with one of the worst records among all MLB teams, playing with freedom is key.
“I think everyone’s in attack mode,” Taylor said of the bullpen’s mindset. “Nothing to lose.”
A Duel of Pitchers on the Mend
Sunday’s pitching matchup features two right-handers looking to get on track. While Verlander seeks his first win, the White Sox will activate Jonathan Cannon (2-7, 4.66) from the injured list to make the start. Cannon has been out since June 3 with a back strain and was hit hard in his last start before the injury. This matchup will be a key focus on the scores and odds board.
Can the Giants Provide Support?
The Giants will need to find some offense to support their ace. They’ll face a White Sox team that will likely be without star outfielder Luis Robert Jr., who is day-to-day with a hamstring injury. To see if our experts think Verlander can finally get his first win of the season, check out our daily MLB picks.
