The Chicago Cubs host the Chicago White Sox on August 19, 2026. First pitch from Wrigley Field is scheduled for 2:20 p.m. EDT. The game will be broadcast on MARQ.
Find my MLB picks and White Sox vs Cubs prediction below, as well as probable pitchers, weather report, and more.
White Sox vs Cubs Prediction
- White Sox vs Cubs Pick: Under 7.5 Runs (49c, Kalshi)
White Sox vs Cubs Kalshi MLB Odds
White Sox vs Cubs Probable Pitchers
| Sean Newcomb (LHP, CWS) | Stat | Clay Holmes (RHP, CHC) |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 | W-L | 5-5 |
| 1.5 | fWAR (FanGraphs) | 1.3 |
| 2.51 / 3.80 | ERA / xERA | 2.56 / 4.01 |
| 2.95 / 3.79 | FIP / xFIP | 3.40 / 3.73 |
| 14.1% | K-BB% | 11.0% |
| 47.7% | GB% | 58.2% |
| .268 | BABIP | .239 |
| 105 | Stuff+ | 100 |
| 97 | Location+ | 101 |
White Sox vs Cubs MLB Preview
We're in for another classic Wrigley Wind day on the North Side for this inter-town matchup.
The weather report is calling for 5 MPH winds blowing directly in from center field, alongside relatively cool 75-degree temperatures. At MLB's most wind-receptive park, this could lower the run-scoring environment by 17%, per BallParkPal.
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Pick: Under 7.5 Runs Scored (49c, Kalshi)
