Chicago White Sox vs Washington Nationals Prediction, Odds and Picks for Today, 09/28/25

I lean toward the under on the posted game total of 8.5 in Sunday’s matchup between the Washington Nationals and Chicago White Sox. It is the season finale for every team across Major League Baseball today, and these 2 teams have been among the sports worst in 2025. Chicago is aiming at the 60th win, while the Nationals are hoping to finish with 67. Neither team looks poised for a quick turnaround in 2026, either.

As for today’s game, both starting pitchers have been in solid form. Shane Smith has put together very strong outings in 7 of his last 10 appearances with 2 of the others being starts that could still result in an under. In 140.1 innings overall this season the right-hander has posted a 3.98 ERA with 137 strikeouts. His strikeout production has been elevated of late, as well. Brad Lord is the Nationals scheduled starter for this game, and he enters play with a 4.12 ERA across 126.2 innings of work. His work has been split between the bullpen and as a starter, but recent outings have gone well for Lord — and he draws a favorable matchup total.

Nationals vs White Sox prediction: Under 8.5 (-105) available at time of publishing. Playable at that price.

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