The Chicago White Sox sent eight prospects to the Arizona Fall League’s Glendale Desert Dogs, highlighted by No. 2 overall pick Caleb Bonemer, who finished the stint with a .286/.364/.633 line, .996 OPS, three homers and a league‑leading nine extra‑base hits over 13 games. Colby Shelton added power with two AFL homers and a four‑RBI game, while Grant Magill contributed solid play behind the plate. Pitching showed depth as Nick Altermatt, Jonathan Clark and Mathias LaCombe each tossed hitless, scoreless frames, and Garrett Wright kept a spotless 0.00 ERA. Injuries sidelined Pierce George (elbow fracture) and Anthony DePino (shoulder surgery), but both are expected back for 2027 spring training. The Dogs posted a 5‑4 win over Scottsdale and a 10‑0 rout of Mesa before falling 13‑12 in a slugfest on Oct. 26.
The Chicago White Sox were still searching for their first victory when Miguel Vargas returned to Miami on March 30. The Cuba-born infielder calls the city home and had dozens of family members and friends in attendance at loanDepot park. He gave them plenty to celebrate. Vargas opened the scoring with an RBI single in […]
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The blog compares the Orioles' recent resurgence to the White Sox’s rapid turnaround after back‑to‑back 100‑loss seasons. While Baltimore bounced back from a 110‑loss 2021 to a 101‑win AL East title in 2023, the White Sox vaulted into the 2026 playoffs thanks to a strong draft (Sean Burke, Davis Martin, Noah Schultz, Grant Taylor, Sam Antonacci, Colson Montgomery), a blockbuster trade with Boston that yielded Kyle Teel, Chase Meidroth and Braden Montgomery, and acquisitions like Miguel Vargas and Munetaka Murakami. The article also addresses fan‑acknowledgment etiquette, noting that Orioles players still tip caps occasionally.
The White Sox announced that play‑by‑play broadcaster John Schriffen will not have his contract renewed for 2027, ending a turbulent three‑year stint that began in March 2024. The blog criticizes Schriffen’s on‑air performance, citing awkward moments, missed calls and a memorable “South Side! Stand down!” outburst during spring training. The decision follows a chaotic broadcast era that also saw veteran Jason Benetti leave for the Detroit Tigers and a series of losing seasons for Chicago. The author argues Schriffen’s tenure was the lowest point in White Sox broadcasting history, prompting speculation about who will replace him.
The White Sox announce the departure of broadcaster John Schriffen, who will not have his contract option exercised after a lackluster 2024 season marked by vocal slip‑ups, limited baseball knowledge, and even a stint calling a UFC bout instead of the team's first playoff‑clinching game in five years. The article critiques his performance, compares him unfavorably to predecessor Jason Benetti, and notes that the radio team of Len Kasper and Darrin Jackson remains unchanged.
The Chicago White Sox announce that lead TV play‑by‑play announcer John Schriffen’s contract will not be renewed after three seasons, prompting an immediate national search for a replacement. Schriffen, who took over from Jason Benetti before the 2024 season, faced criticism and modest booth rankings (30th in 2024, 27th in 2025, 21st in 2026) despite praise for his professionalism. The club’s EVP Brooks Boyer thanked Schriffen for his energy and style, while Schriffen continues to work for ESPN across multiple sports.
The Sox Machine’s October 26 post outlines Chicago’s 2027 offseason outlook, noting a solid 2026 core but a need for pitching upgrades. Arbitration-eligible players include Miguel Vargas (tender), Brenton Doyle (tender), Joey Bart (non‑tender), Huascar Brazobán (tender), Jordan Leasure (non‑tender) and Chris Murphy (non‑tender), with Vargas, Doyle’s defense, and Brazobán highlighted as clear stays. The article also flags other upcoming free agents as the White Sox aim to stay competitive in the AL Central.
The White Sox reportedly were already exploring potential replacements.
The Houston Astros are set to interview longtime Washington Nationals GM Mike Rizzo on Monday for their vacant general manager role, according to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale. Rizzo, who led the Nats to a World Series title in 2019, is the most seasoned candidate among a pool that includes Brewers assistant GM Matt Kleine (who has already met with Houston), White Sox assistant Josh Barfield, Cardinals assistant Randy Flores, Royals SVP Scott Sharp, and Braves assistant Ben Sestanovich, as well as Astros assistants Charles Cook and Gavin Dickey. At 65, Rizzo brings proven success but faces questions about his adaptability to modern analytics, while younger contenders offer fresh perspectives.
The 2026 Chicago White Sox turned a slim postseason outlook — 6.6% (ZiPS) and 1.5% (PECOTA) — into a surprise playoff run by outperforming FanGraphs’ Positional Power Rankings at almost every spot. While the only under‑performance came at catcher (ranked 26th but finished 28th), the team exceeded expectations across the board, aided by a weaker AL overall. The article breaks down each position’s ranking versus actual production, highlighting the collective overachievement that propelled the Sox beyond single‑digit odds.
In the latest Sox Machine podcast, host Josh Nelson reveals that five White Sox players will not return for 2027, highlighting two backup catchers and struggling relievers among the seven names discussed. He and analyst Jim Margalus also debate the future of the left field position and question Andrew Benintendi’s role—if his early-season performance falters, he could face a waiver. The episode, part of the Offseason Plan Project, is sponsored by Ankin Law.
The Bank’s October 23, 2026 piece explores how Chicago’s four iconic venues—Wrigley Field, the original Comiskey Park, Soldier Field and the historic Chicago Stadium—have shaped the city’s sports identity. It details Wrigley’s evolution from a Federal League park to the Cubs’ 1916 home, its role in the Bears’ 1921‑70 tenure, and its integral link to the 2016 World Series ending a 108‑year drought. The article highlights Comiskey’s 1910 debut, hosting the first MLB All‑Star Game in 1933 and Negro League contests, before its 1990 demolition, underscoring how stadiums anchor fan memories far beyond team rosters. By tracing each venue’s legacy, the story reveals why Chicago’s sports culture is inseparable from the places where generations gathered.
PREAMBLE Premature end to the rebuild or a year of overachievement? With highs and lows spattered around a roller-coaster of a season, the Sox go into the 2026 off-season with one of the most optimistic foresight’s since 2021. How can the Sox build on this momentum? Turning the weaknesses into strengths and letting the kids…
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PREAMBLE Chris Getz has been abruptly fired and I have taken over. I won’t be sentimental about 2026 and an 84 win team, that’s for sure. ARBITRATION-ELIGIBLE PLAYERS Bart, Brazoban, Leasure, and Murphy are gone. If you didn’t contribute in 2026, why on earth would I bring you back? OTHER IMPENDING FREE AGENTS I don’t…
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PREAMBLE $130 million? Really, Jerry? You’re getting revenue from postseason games, higher TV ratings despite a dreadful play-by-play announcer, and more sales in Japan due to actually spending a little to get Munetaka Murakami? We’re not doing that, you cheap bastard. I’m adding $25 million to this budget, with the logic that some strategic spending…
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The White Sox’s 2026 season hinged on shortstop Colson Montgomery, who dazzled with 31 homers and a .206 isolated slugging percentage—leading AL shortstops in power and earning 2.8 fWAR. Yet his .197/.282/.403 line and a league‑worst 35.6% strikeout rate raise red flags, especially against four‑seam fastballs where he hit .154. Compared to his 2025 rookie burst (31 HR, 2.7 fWAR in half the games), Montgomery’s swing‑and‑miss surged, his chase rate rose to 32.4%, and his walk rate lagged at 8.5%. The article weighs his elite defense (+10 OAA) against the danger of a Gallo‑style regression, suggesting the White Sox must curb his strikeouts or risk turning a solid regular into a marginal player.
PREAMBLE Establish where you see the White Sox at this point, and your mindset/philosophy/strategy in putting together the roster for the upcoming season. 2026 was an incredible season! Venable worked magic to get the pitching staff one game from the ALCS. Of course, pitching is a priority. I would urge Reinsdorf to open up the…
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In "Armchair’s Offseason Plan," the author evaluates the Chicago White Sox after a disappointing 2025 run that fell apart against Cleveland in the playoffs. He pinpoints three core issues: a shallow starting rotation that overtaxed the bullpen, a hitting approach that devolved into pure power at the expense of contact—resulting in record strikeout games—and insufficient bat speed to handle high‑velocity pitching. The piece outlines his philosophy for reshaping the roster ahead of the 2026 season.
Caleb Bonemer reported to the Arizona Fall League as the White Sox’s main attraction, and he’s lived up to the billing thus far. Glendale’s 10-0 victory over Mesa on Thursday featured Bonemer’s best game of the showcase to date. He went 3-for-5 while finishing a double shy of the cycle. and the home run was…
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PREAMBLE The White Sox have a playoff-ready lineup with depth and talent coming up and/or back from injury. (Bonemer, Cholowsky, Baldwin, Murray, etc.) The focus has to be figuring out the pitching, and if a quality veteran bat falls into the lap, go ahead and take it. I understand the desire for both Smith and…
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PREAMBLE I see a successful team past “rebuild” as the foundation is laid and now in the “build” mode, which I see as sort of a “stay the course, add key pieces, but don’t go into full buyer mode yet, for a number of reasons… The lockout will mean a weird 2027 season so there…
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PREAMBLE …How much fun was that? I know I complained a lot, and the ending of the season was incredibly disappointing, but having meaningful baseball all summer and into October is all you can really ask for as a baseball fan: And for the first time in a long time, the South Siders delivered! Now,…
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In the World Series opener, the Tampa Bay Rays went 0‑for‑6 with runners in scoring position (RISP) and lost 3‑2 to the Milwaukee Brewers, exposing a rare clutch weakness for a team that led MLB with a .283 RISP average this season. The article contrasts that lapse with the Chicago White Sox’s own RISP struggles—.243 average and a 29.2% strikeout rate—highlighting how the Brewers used timely hits and aggressive baserunning to secure the win. It argues the White Sox must balance power with consistent contact, citing potential free‑agent options like Luis Arráez, while noting that even elite RISP hitters can falter under pressure.
Greg Even outlines the White Sox’s offseason roadmap, highlighting clear strengths and glaring weaknesses. He recommends tendering Miguel Vargas, Brenton Doyle and Huascar Brazobán, while non‑tendering Joey Bart, Jordan Leasure and Chris Murphy, suggesting minor‑league deals for the latter two. Even notes that prospects like Colson Montgomery, Munetaka Murakami, Sean Burke and Davis Martin will provide clearer data by July, guiding further roster moves.
PREAMBLE The Whitesox arrived a year early and benefitted from a weak showing by the American League in 2026 leading to a wildcard birth… before thoughts of this young core rattling off multiple post season appearances over the next decade fill our fandoms hearts, its important to note the 2nd half meltdowns of some of…
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