Boston Red Sox vs Chicago White Sox MLB Preview: The rubber game of this 3-game set has a scheduled first pitch of 8:11 PM ET, as the World Champion Red Sox (67-51) culminate their road trip against the Chicago White Sox (65-51). Boston was able to win the opener by a score of 6-2. Game 2 belonged to the White Sox, as they bounced back strong to win 6-5. According to BodogLife.com in game 3, the Boston Red Sox are -140 betting odds favorites against the Chicago White Sox (+130).
With the dreaded Tampa Bay Rays having Monday off, the Red Sox have the opportunity to cut into a 4½ game difference in the AL East standings. 
Meanwhile, the Chicago White Sox continue to sit atop the AL Central division over the surging Minnesota Twins. However, Chicago doesn’t have much breathing room, as they are barely ahead by ½ game.
Boston hasn’t been particularly great on the road, with a record of 27-35. On the other hand, the White Sox have been superb at home with an overall mark of 39-18. Boston is 6-4 in their last 10 games played, while Chicago is 5-5.
Tonight in the clincher, manager Ozzie Guillen will send to the mound, LHP John Danks (9-4, 3.21 ERA). Red Sox manager Terry Francona will counter with his ace, RHP Josh Beckett (10-8, 4.08 ERA). In this Boston Red Sox vs Chicago White Sox MLB Preview, the OVER/UNDER is set at a combined 8½ runs total.
