The Baltimore Orioles host the Chicago White Sox on Friday, May 30, 2025, at Camden Yards. First pitch is set for 7:05 PM ET. This is the first of a three-game series between two struggling teams trying to get back on track.
Chicago is 18-38, while Baltimore is 19-36. The White Sox just snapped a six-game road losing streak with a win over the Mets. The Orioles had Thursday off after dropping the last two games to the Cardinals. Chicago beat Baltimore 8-1 the last time they met in September.
Orioles Preview – Eflin Looks to Bounce Back
The Orioles will start Zach Eflin, who has a 3-2 record and 5.40 ERA. Eflin gave up 12 earned runs over his last two starts. He has been solid in his career against the White Sox with a 2.88 ERA in five outings.
Baltimore is hitting .274 as a team and averaging 3.87 runs per game. Adley Rutschman returned to the lineup earlier this week but went 0-for-5 with three strikeouts in his last game. Jackson Holliday is trying to pick up the offense, but the team has struggled with runners in scoring position.
The Orioles’ bullpen has also had a tough time, posting a 5.35 ERA. They’ve used several different arms with injuries to key players like Colton Cowser and Jordan Westburg. The team continues to wait for those players to return from rehab assignments.
White Sox Preview – Burke Looks for Another Strong Outing
Sean Burke will get the start for the White Sox. He has a 3-5 record and a 4.33 ERA. In May, Burke allowed one run or less in four of five starts, including six innings of one-run ball in his last outing against Texas.
Chicago’s offense has scored just 196 runs all season, one of the lowest totals in the league. Miguel Vargas is on a good stretch, hitting .333 over his last 13 games with a double in five straight. The team is hoping he continues to provide a spark at the plate.
The White Sox bullpen has a 4.45 ERA and has allowed 28 earned runs over their last 54 innings. Injuries have impacted their depth, with relievers like Miguel Castro and Fraser Ellard dealing with issues. They’ll need better late-game pitching to support Burke.
Betting Prediction
The Orioles are listed as -225 favorites and have the better lineup on paper. But Zach Eflin has not been sharp lately, and the White Sox have been more competitive over the last week. Baltimore has also lost five of its last seven games.
Sean Burke has shown he can keep games close, and if Vargas and the top of the order produce, this game could be tight. With plus money on Chicago and a total around 9 runs, the under and the run line for the White Sox both offer value.
Pick: White Sox +1.5
