White Sox vs. Astros prediction: Houston favored to win Tuesday's MLB matchup [9/29/2026]
Dimers' simulation model projects a 58.0% win probability for the Astros at Daikin Park.

The Houston Astros and Chicago whitesox will lock horns in MLB action at Daikin Park on Tuesday, starting at 5:00 PM ET.
The Astros will have AJ Blubaugh (0-0, 0.00 ERA) as their starting pitcher, while the White Sox are going with Hagen Smith (0-0, 0.00 ERA).
Dimers' proven MLB model projects the Astros as the most likely winner in this White Sox vs. Astros prediction.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
White Sox vs. Astros prediction and odds
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Astros a 58.0% chance of defeating the White Sox. According to our model, the White Sox (+1.5) have a 58.3% chance of covering the run line, while the 8.5-run over/under has a 50.3% chance of going over.
Latest betting odds
We have researched the best MLB odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
- Run Line: White Sox +1.5 (-177) / Astros -1.5 (+170)
- Moneyline: White Sox +115, Astros -117
- Total: Over/Under 8.5 (+111/-113)
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Model picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
- Run line: Astros -1.5 @ 37¢ via Novig
- Moneyline: Astros @ 54¢ via Novig
- Total: Over 8.5 @ 47¢ via Novig
According to our MLB best bets, the top play to make on this game is Astros -1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.
Game info & first pitch details
Tuesday's MLB action between the Astros and White Sox at Daikin Park is scheduled to start at 5:00 PM ET.
- Who: Chicago White Sox vs. Houston Astros
- Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM ET/2:00PM PT
- Venue: Daikin Park
Conclusion
We predict the Astros, with a 58.0% win probability, will likely beat the White Sox in Tuesday's MLB matchup.
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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary MLB prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.



