New York Yankees vs Chicago White Sox Prediction & Picks - MLB

Prediction published on 6/16/26, 3:30 PM  by Carlos Zabala | Modified on 6/16/26 at 10:00 PM in MLB Picks

These surprising White Sox have certainly responded well to the most demanding part of their schedule, having recently faced MLB heavyweights like the Phillies, Braves, and Dodgers, and in that span, they've managed to win 5 games and lose only 3. This franchise has been revitalized overnight, filling stadiums again thanks to the sheer talent of its young team, and these White Sox are now worthy division leaders in the AL Central, a position they haven't held since 2022.

Even more commendable, many believed that the injury to their home run leader, Murakami, would weaken them. Montgomery's bat then went cold recently, but other names have emerged to fill the void, such as Meidroth and Miguel Vargas. However, the latter has had a good year from start to finish.

Just like the White Sox, the Yankees suffered a major blow with Judge's absence due to his fractured rib, but Aaron Boone's team has been able to continue winning without its superstar. Ben Rice hit a game-winning home run against the Blue Jays to take the series against Toronto.