Detroit Tigers vs. Chicago White Sox

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Market context

The Detroit Tigers host the Chicago White Sox on 31 May at 2:10PM ET in a regular-season AL Central matchup. The 0% implied probability on a Tigers victory reflects either substantial White Sox favouritism or minimal trading activity on this particular market. Given the settlement window extends to early June 2026, this appears to be a fixture scheduled well in advance, though current odds suggest the White Sox are heavily favoured or the market lacks sufficient liquidity to establish meaningful pricing.

Historical precedent matters here: Tigers-White Sox games typically settle with competitive probabilities unless one team enters with a significant injury crisis or recent form collapse. The 0% reading is unusual for a regular-season game between division rivals and warrants scrutiny—it may indicate the White Sox are fielding a substantially stronger roster, the Tigers are dealing with unexpected roster disruptions, or the market simply hasn't attracted sufficient volume to move off extreme valuations. Comparable AL Central fixtures rarely show such lopsided implied probabilities unless one side faces documented pitching or lineup absences.

Traders should monitor roster announcements through late May, particularly regarding starting pitcher assignments and any last-minute injury updates. Weather conditions at Comerica Park on game day can favour either team's style of play. Recent form trends—win-loss records, run differential, and bullpen reliability in the fortnight leading up to 31 May—will provide concrete data for reassessing the current extreme probability. Any significant roster news from either club in the days immediately before the fixture could shift market sentiment substantially.

Methodology

Methodologically we separate two layers: the live probability (Polymarket mid-price) and the platform attributes (fee, KYC, settlement currency, payment rails). The odds column is filled only where we have clean data — that avoids the made-up numbers that get a network demoted when search engines cross-check against the source venue.

Resolution & payout

Polymarket-based markets settle through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon. A proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and unchallenged proposals finalise the resolution. Payouts settle automatically in USDC the moment the result is final — no bookmaker, no delay.

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FAQ

Is this market available outside the US?

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How does resolution work?

Through the UMA Optimistic Oracle on Polygon: a proposer submits the outcome, a two-hour challenge window opens, and USDC payouts settle automatically once the result is final.

What does it cost to trade on Prediction Today?

Zero. Prediction Today routes every order to the live Polymarket order book; the only cost is the Polygon network fee, typically under $0.01 per transaction.

How fast are USDC deposits?

Polygon credits deposits after 12 confirmations — usually under 30 seconds. Withdrawals follow the same path and land back in your wallet within minutes.

Do I need to KYC for this market?

Not under $1,500 of lifetime trading volume. Above that threshold, Prediction Today triggers a quick verification flow that finishes in minutes.