Prediction Chicago White Sox vs New York Mets 05.28.25

Get ready for a clash of titans (well, maybe not titans, but a definite mismatch!) as the struggling Chicago White Sox (17-37) head to Citi Field to take on the New York Mets (33-21) on May 28th at 1:10 PM. This one’s shaping up to be a tough day at the office for the South Siders.

Let’s be honest, the White Sox have been a major disappointment. Their .220 batting average ranks a dismal 29th in the league – that’s bottom-of-the-barrel stuff. They’re barely scratching across 3.39 runs per game, and their pitching, while not disastrous, boasts a 4.07 ERA. Their 7.13 hits per game just isn’t cutting it in today’s MLB.

The Mets, on the other hand, are playing much closer to expectations. Their offense is humming along at a .245 batting average (17th in the league), good for 8.11 hits per game and 4.31 runs per game. But their real strength lies in their pitching, sporting a stingy 2.78 ERA. Their bullpen’s 15 saves also speaks volumes about their ability to close out games.

This pitching matchup is key. The White Sox send out S. Smith (1-3, ERA 2.36), who’s been a bright spot in an otherwise bleak season. However, he’s facing a tough test against the Mets’ G. Canning (5-1, ERA 2.88), who’s been a workhorse for them. While Smith’s ERA is lower, Canning’s record and overall team support give the Mets a significant edge on the mound.

The prediction is a home win for the New York Mets. Given the White Sox’s offensive struggles and the Mets’ pitching dominance, I’m also leaning towards an under 7.5 total runs scored. This game could be a low-scoring affair, with the Mets’ pitching staff stifling the White Sox’s weak offense.