Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox Picks and Predictions May 15th 2025

White Sox Seek Rare Road Sweep Against Slumping Reds

Don’t look now, but the Chicago White Sox—yes, the team sitting at the bottom of the American League—are catching a little fire. Since the weekend, they’ve snagged four wins out of five games and are now on the brink of something they haven’t done much in recent memory: sweep a road series.

After beating the Cincinnati Reds 4-2 on Wednesday, the South Siders have a real shot at completing a three-game sweep—something that hasn’t happened often for this club since their standout 2021 season. Their pitching has been rock-solid, allowing just three runs in the first two games of this series.

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Bryse Wilson Takes the Ball With Confidence

Bryse Wilson, still looking for his first win of the 2024 season, gets the start on Thursday. His numbers? A 0-1 record with a 4.88 ERA—but don’t let that mislead you. In his last outing, Wilson kept the Marlins in check, giving up just one earned run in five innings.

Even more promising? He’s had success against the Reds before. In 14 career games (five starts), he’s 3-3 with a 2.21 ERA against Cincinnati. If you’re scouting potential edges for betting, that’s worth noting.

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Reds Slide Deepens as Offense Goes Cold

It’s been a brutal stretch for Cincinnati. They’ve lost nine of their last 11 games, dropped five straight series, and their bats have gone quiet—just three runs total over the past three games.

The frustration’s mounting, and manager Terry Francona isn’t sugarcoating it.

“You’ve got to have the right approach, especially with runners in scoring position,” Francona said. “We’re just not executing when we need to.”

On Wednesday, they went 1-for-9 with RISP, squandering the few chances they did create. Over the last three games, they’ve been outscored 15-3.

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Martinez Hopes for Redemption Against Chicago

Veteran right-hander Nick Martinez will try to stop the bleeding. He’s 1-4 this season with a 4.23 ERA—not terrible, but not great either.

He’s especially struggled against the White Sox over his career, posting a 1-4 record and 6.43 ERA in seven appearances. That’s not a great omen heading into Thursday’s start.

If you’re betting on this matchup, you might want to lean toward Chicago finishing the sweep. Need expert picks? Visit the MLB Picks Page for today’s best betting lines and predictions.

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Final Thought: Can the White Sox Keep This Mini Surge Going?

The White Sox have been playing with new energy, and if they can finish off the Reds, it could mark a turning point—or at least a rare bright spot in an otherwise tough season. For the Reds, another loss could send them deeper into the spiral.

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FAQs

What time is the White Sox vs. Reds game today?
The game is scheduled for early afternoon Thursday, closing out the midweek series.

Who is pitching for the White Sox today?
Bryse Wilson will start for Chicago. He’s 3-3 in his career against the Reds with a 2.21 ERA.

What is Nick Martinez’s record against the White Sox?
Martinez is 1-4 with a 6.43 ERA in seven career appearances against them.

Where can I find expert MLB betting advice?
Head over to the Expert MLB Betting Guide for in-depth strategies and odds analysis.

Are the Reds on a losing streak?
Yes, they’ve lost five straight series and nine of their last 11 games.

What’s the best place for daily MLB picks?
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