Athletics vs Chicago White Sox Picks and Prediction for Saturday, July 11, 2026
Use Code WWWC The Athletics visit the Chicago White Sox on Saturday at 2:10 PM ET at Rate Field in Chicago, Illinois. The Athletics enter at 41-52 and sit fourth in the AL West, while the White Sox are 47-45 and tied for first in the AL Central. Both clubs have struggled recently, with the Athletics riding a six-game losing streak and Chicago dropping three straight after winning its previous two. The White Sox took two of three meetings earlier this season and look to strengthen their division position at home. Cash a winning ticket with our free MLB picks.
Athletics Looking to End Six-Game Losing Streak
The Athletics have been one of the better offensive clubs in the American League despite their record, ranking 12th in MLB with a .246 team batting average. They have scored 420 runs while collecting 780 hits, 115 home runs, a .324 on-base percentage, and a .404 slugging percentage. Nick Kurtz has been the offensive leader, batting .266 with 20 home runs, 66 RBI, and a .405 on-base percentage. Shea Langeliers has matched Kurtz with 20 home runs, while Tyler Soderstrom has added 13 long balls.
Pitching has been the biggest issue for the Athletics throughout the season. They rank 29th in MLB with a 5.13 ERA and a 1.47 WHIP while allowing opponents to hit .266. Athletics pitchers have surrendered 143 home runs, one of the highest totals in baseball, and have struggled to consistently protect leads.
Injuries: Zack Gelof (Day-to-Day), Luis Severino (60-Day IL), Denzel Clarke (60-Day IL), Brooks Kriske (60-Day IL), Brent Rooker (10-Day IL).
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Chicago White Sox Looking to Stay in the Division Race
Chicago has received solid offensive production despite ranking 19th in MLB with a .239 team batting average. The White Sox have scored 430 runs with 735 hits, 125 home runs, a .318 on-base percentage, and a .409 slugging percentage. Colson Montgomery leads the club with 23 home runs, while Miguel Vargas has added 20 home runs and a team-high 56 RBI. Sam Antonacci is batting .289, Tristan Peters owns a .292 average, and Chase Meidroth has collected 89 hits.
The White Sox have paired that offense with a respectable pitching staff. Chicago ranks 15th in MLB with a 4.25 ERA and a 1.34 WHIP while limiting opponents to a .241 batting average. The staff has recorded 771 strikeouts and has generally provided competitive outings.
Injuries: Munetaka Murakami (10-Day IL), Everson Pereira (7-Day IL), Tyler Gilbert (15-Day IL), Trevor Richards (Bereavement List), Austin Hays (60-Day IL).
Pitching Matchup
Athletics – Gage Jump
Jump is 3-3 with a 3.77 ERA and a 1.30 WHIP across 43.0 innings this season. The left-hander has allowed 43 hits while striking out 41 batters and walking only 13. Jump has provided quality innings since joining the rotation and gives the Athletics a chance to compete whenever he takes the mound.
Chicago White Sox – Erick Fedde
Fedde enters with a 4-6 record, a 4.34 ERA, and a 1.45 WHIP over 85.0 innings. He has allowed 89 hits and 15 home runs while striking out 57 batters. Fedde has been inconsistent this season but benefits from facing an Athletics club that has struggled to win recently.
Athletics vs. Chicago White Sox Pick
- Athletics
The pitching matchup gives the Athletics value in this matchup despite their recent losing streak. Gage Jump has been far more effective than Erick Fedde this season, carrying a significantly lower ERA while limiting hard contact. Oakland's lineup also owns a better batting average than Chicago and features dangerous hitters in Kurtz, Langeliers, and Soderstrom. If Jump delivers another quality start, the Athletics have enough offense to end their six-game skid and win.
Athletics vs. Chicago White Sox Over/Under Pick
- Over
Both pitching staffs have spent much of the season allowing runs, and this matchup features offenses capable of producing power. The Athletics have hit 115 home runs, while the White Sox have already launched 125. Fedde has allowed 15 home runs this season, and the Athletics bullpen has struggled throughout the year with one of the highest ERAs in baseball. With both lineups capable of taking advantage of mistakes, expect enough scoring opportunities for this matchup to cash over the total.
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