Atlanta Braves vs. Chicago White Sox: Game Preview, Odds, and Pitching Matchup for August 20, 2025

Wednesday, August 20th, 2025

Chicago White Sox vs. Atlanta Braves Preview: Showdown at Truist Park

The Chicago White Sox (45-81, fifth in the AL Central) are set to face off against the Atlanta Braves (57-69, fourth in the NL East) at Truist Park in Atlanta. Game time is set for 7:15 p.m. EDT on Wednesday.

Pitching Matchup

The White Sox will start Martin Perez, who holds a 1-2 record with a solid 3.09 ERA, 1.29 WHIP, and 22 strikeouts. On the mound for the Braves is Hurston Waldrep, impressive with a 3-0 record, a stingy 1.02 ERA, 0.79 WHIP, and 17 strikeouts. The Braves are favored at -190, with the White Sox at +158. The over/under is set at 9 runs.

Game Preview and Key Storylines

Atlanta comes into this matchup with a balanced home record (31-31) and a strong advantage when out-hitting their opponents, boasting a 48-16 record in such games. The Braves will look to capitalize on recent momentum, especially after Matt Olson put together a four-hit performance against Chicago in their previous meeting.

The White Sox continue to struggle, particularly on the road with a 19-45 record away from home. Close games have not gone their way, as they've managed only a 9-28 mark in one-run contests. This will be the third meeting between these two teams this season, giving Atlanta an opportunity to build on their past successes at home.

Top Performers

For the Braves, Matt Olson stands out with 19 home runs, 75 walks, and 72 RBIs while slashing .273. Michael Harris II has been on fire over the past 10 games, going 21 for 44 with three doubles, five home runs, and 14 RBIs.

From the White Sox, Miguel Vargas provides extra-base power with 27 doubles, two triples, and 13 home runs. Kyle Teel has remained hot lately, batting 12 for 36 with two doubles, two home runs, and eight RBIs in his last 10 outings.

Recent Form

The Braves have won eight of their last ten games, hitting .297 as a team and outscoring opponents by 15 runs, though their staff has picked up a 5.56 ERA over that span. Meanwhile, the White Sox are 3-7 over their last ten, posting a .258 average and 4.71 ERA, and have been outscored by six runs.

Injuries

Braves Injuries: Austin Riley (10-Day IL, abdominal), Grant Holmes (60-Day IL, elbow), Spencer Schwellenbach (60-Day IL, elbow),

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