Chicago White Sox Away Underdog on Zero Rest Betting Trend
ATS Record, ROI Analysis & Historical Performance Data (2014-2024)
The public often underestimates the Chicago White Sox in this spot. Since 2014, when playing as away underdog on zero rest, the Chicago White Sox hold a record of 40-19-0 against the spread. That's a 0.0% win rate and a +29.4% return on investment—meaning a bettor wagering $100 per game would be up $17 over this period.
Year-by-Year Performance
| Season | Record | Win % | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4-2-0 | 0.0% | +27.3% |
| 2015 | 5-2-0 | 0.0% | +36.4% |
| 2016 | 6-4-0 | 0.0% | +14.6% |
| 2017 | 6-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2018 | 2-3-0 | 0.0% | -23.6% |
| 2019 | 1-1-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2020 | 4-4-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | 2-2-0 | 0.0% | -4.5% |
| 2022 | 5-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
| 2023 | 3-1-0 | 0.0% | +43.2% |
| 2024 | 2-0-0 | 0.0% | +90.9% |
Why This Trend Exists
The White Sox's exceptional performance as away underdogs on zero rest stems from their organizational culture of resilience and their roster construction favoring veteran players who thrive under pressure. Chicago has historically built teams around experienced position players and relievers who don't require extended rest periods to maintain effectiveness. Their pitching staff, particularly during successful seasons, has featured workhorses who can handle back-to-back starts without significant velocity drops. Playing on the road as underdogs eliminates external pressure while the zero rest scenario often catches oddsmakers undervaluing Chicago's depth. The White Sox have consistently maintained strong bench production and bullpen depth, allowing them to compete effectively even when their primary starters might be slightly fatigued. Their hitters have shown remarkable consistency in road environments, particularly when facing pitchers they haven't recently seen. The psychological edge comes from Chicago's "us against the world" mentality that intensifies when they're dismissed by the betting market. Teams often overlook the White Sox in these spots, assuming fatigue will be a significant factor. This trend carries the most weight during summer months when roster depth becomes crucial and when Chicago faces divisional opponents who might underestimate their road resilience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chicago White Sox's ATS record as away underdog on zero rest?
The Chicago White Sox have a 40-19-0 ATS record as away underdogs on zero rest from 2014-2024. This translates to a 67.8% ATS win rate over 59 games.
Is betting on the Chicago White Sox as away underdog on zero rest profitable?
Yes, betting on the Chicago White Sox as away underdogs on zero rest has been highly profitable with a 29.4% ROI. Despite their 0.0% straight-up win rate, they consistently cover the spread in this situation.
How does this compare to the league average?
This 67.8% ATS win rate significantly outperforms the typical 50% expectation for spread betting. The 29.4% ROI indicates exceptional value compared to standard sports betting returns.
BACK This Trend
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All trends in The Archives are calculated from official game results and closing point spreads from 2014 to 2024. ROI assumes a flat $100 bet at standard -110 juice. Win rate is calculated as wins divided by total decisions (pushes excluded). A minimum of 10 games is required for a trend to be published. Data is sourced from The Odds API and verified against official league records.