Live Betting - Cincinnati Reds vs Chicago White Sox February 25, 2026

The Chicago White Sox are slight favorites in this Spring Training matchup with the Cincinnati Reds, as Chicago received a B+ offseason grade compared to Cincinnati's C-, though both teams are focused on development rather than competitive advantage during spring play. The White Sox's acquisition of Munetaka Murakami adds intrigue to their lineup, while the Reds continue to rely on their strong rotation led by Hunter Greene and Andrew Abbott.

The match starts at 8:05 PM EST on February 25, 2026, during the early stages of MLB Spring Training when teams are evaluating roster composition and player development.

Spring Training games are typically played at teams' spring training facilities in Arizona or Florida, with the specific venue for this Cincinnati Reds versus Chicago White Sox matchup being one of their designated spring training complexes.

Both teams enter spring training with different trajectories: the White Sox are rebuilding with young talent and new acquisitions like Murakami, while the Reds are attempting to build on their surprising 2025 playoff appearance. The Reds' pitching depth, ranked seventh in MLB rotation strength, gives them an advantage, though their offense remains a significant question mark with a projected OPS-plus of 90.

Head-to-head records between the Reds and White Sox are not the primary focus during Spring Training, as these games emphasize player evaluation and development rather than competitive standings. Both teams will be testing lineup combinations and giving playing time to prospects and returning players working back from injury.