White Sox Fans Left Questioning: Will Their Beloved Team Ever Be Favored Again?

It's been a dismal year for the Chicago White Sox, leaving fans grappling with a unique blend of frustration and resignation. The struggles of this storied franchise have reached new depths, compelling some diehard supporters to question if their beloved team will ever be favored again. The 2023 season has seen the White Sox trapped in a seemingly endless cycle of losing, culminating in a staggering 21-game losing streak that tied an American League record. The team’s current record of 28-89 is not just a source of despair for fans; it has turned the White Sox into a punchline in the national baseball conversation. For a team that usually flies under the radar, this level of failure has drawn unwelcome attention. This season's woes have also stirred memories of past disappointments. Many White Sox fans have endured extended periods of mediocrity, but the current state feels especially bleak. Attending a game that offered a brief glimmer of hope—a victory against the Cleveland Guardians on Fireworks Night—seems like a distant memory now. The thrill of that win has long been overshadowed by a relentless stream of losses. In the midst of these struggles, the question arises: When, if ever, will the White Sox be favored again? A dive into the betting odds reveals a stark reality. Throughout the entire season, the team has been favored in only eight games. This comes as no surprise considering they have not been favored in a single game throughout April and managed a scant two favored outings in July, both of which they lost. Their last favored game was against the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 12, a time when the losing streak was just beginning to snowball. The only consistent source of favor for the Sox has been Garrett Crochet, a bright spot in an otherwise dismal season. The left-handed pitcher, who has shown promise with his strikeout numbers, started six of the eight games in which the White Sox were favored. Unfortunately, even with Crochet on the mound, the team has struggled to secure wins, dropping their last three games as favorites. Looking ahead, the prospect of the White Sox being favored seems grim. With only a handful of games left in the season and the uncertainty surrounding Crochet’s health—having only recently returned from Tommy John surgery—fans are left to wonder if they will see their team favored again. The potential for a favorable matchup against teams with losing records exists, particularly as the season winds down; however, the burden of expectations feels heavy. As the season draws to a close, many fans may find solace in simply tuning out the chaos and pretending the season doesn't exist. It’s a coping mechanism for a loyal fanbase that has seen its team oscillate between moments of glory and stretches of despair. The hope is that with time, rebuilding, and perhaps a little luck, the White Sox can once again rise from the ashes of their current plight. But for now, the reality is simple: the White Sox are deep in the basement, and whether they can rise again to be favored in any game this season remains a mystery shrouded in uncertainty.