White Sox add lefty outfielder Peters in trade with Rays
CHICAGO – The White Sox on Thursday acquired left-handed-hitting outfielder Tristan Peters from the Rays in exchange for a player to be named later or cash considerations.
New White Sox coach goes way back with Venable
CHICAGO – Chris Denorfia and Will Venable have a strong friendship dating back to when they were players with the Padres' organization from 2010-14. But when Venable was hired as White Sox manager before the ‘25 season, Denorfia made a promise to his one-time teammate concerning future employment possibilities. “I
'City Slickers' weekend a hit for White Sox starting arms
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White Sox depart Winter Meetings on positive trajectory
ORLANDO, Fla. -- The White Sox did not make a trade or sign a free agent during the 2025 Winter Meetings at the Signia by Hilton just outside of the Disney World theme parks. Yet, they had what could become one of their most transformative 72 hours within this extended
Joliet Slammers — owned by Veecks, Bill Murray -- to play in prison from 'The Blues Brothers'
The Veeck family is at it again. Before the Frontier League's 2026 season kicks off, the Joliet Slammers are going to play an exhibition at their namesake slammer -- the Old Joliet Prison. The team has announced "The Big House Ballgame" will take place on April 30, giving fans a
Who will be the No. 1 prospect in each system one year from now?
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Sox claim lefty Rolison off waivers from Atlanta
CHICAGO -- The White Sox claimed left-handed reliever Ryan Rolison off waivers from the Braves, the club announced Friday, bringing their 40-man roster to 38. Rolison, 28, made his Major League debut with the Rockies in 2025, posting a 1-0 record with a 7.02 ERA and 25 strikeouts over 42
Latest White Sox injuries & transactions
This page will be updated throughout the offseason with all the latest White Sox injury news and transactions.
1 fun holiday gift idea for fans of each MLB team
Scrambling for a holiday gift for the baseball fan(s) in your life? Calm down. Take a breath. We're here to help. With an assist from MLB.com's beat writers, here's one fun gift idea for fans of each team, all available at MLBshop.com. Jump to: AL East | AL Central |
How Rule 5 Draft impacts Top 30 Prospects list
Call them the lucky 13. Thirteen players -- 12 right-handed pitchers and one catcher -- received their best chances yet to crack a Major League roster upon their selections in the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday. All 13 were Rule 5-eligible because of the length of their careers and were
White Sox add RHP Alberto, lose pitcher Pallette in Rule 5 Draft
ORLANDO, Fla. – If you’re right-handed and make a living throwing from a mound, you had a seemingly good chance of hearing your name called during Wednesday’s Rule 5 Draft. There were a total of 13 players taken during the Major League phase of the Rule 5 Draft and 12
With No. 1 pick secured, White Sox future looks brighter than ever
ORLANDO, Fla. -- MLB Draft Lottery parties scattered across Chicago’s South Side went crazy right before 5 p.m. CT Tuesday night. The White Sox logo was flipped over on a placard at that point at the Winter Meetings, giving the club its first No. 1 overall pick since Harold Baines
White Sox oddities: Unlikely ITPHRs, wild cycles and ... cow milking?
CHICAGO -- Countless talented players have worn the White Sox uniform over the franchise’s long and storied history. Some have won Most Valuable Player honors or Cy Young Awards. Others have been selected as All-Stars, and a few have reached the lofty levels of Rate Field concourse statues or jersey
Here's Pipeline's first full 2026 mock draft
Now that MLB has held the Draft Lottery and we know which teams are picking where, it's time to predict whom they'll select. The 2026 Draft actually won't begin until July 11, so we have 214 days to figure it all out. But we can't wait to make our first
White Sox, Anthony Kay finalize 2-year deal with '28 option
CHICAGO -- The White Sox followed a somewhat familiar path to enhance their starting rotation with the addition of left-hander Anthony Kay via a two-year, $12 million deal, which includes a mutual option for 2028. Chicago announced the agreement on Tuesday. Kay, 30, spent the past two seasons pitching for
While Getz is focused on process over result, he's still looking to add
ORLANDO -- Chris Getz is not about chasing victories. Yes, the 2025 White Sox improved by 19 wins from the turmoil and pain that was the ‘24 season. If you believe any team should improve from a 41-121 showing, which is accurate, remember the South Siders finished 28-37 after the
All-Star Smith among best Rule 5 picks of past decade
ORLANDO, Fla. -- Every year, teams try to find some big league help at the Winter Meetings via the Rule 5 Draft. This year’s edition takes place here at 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday and will be streamed live on MLB.com. Three players taken in last year's Major League phase
White Sox look to build on emerging core at Winter Meetings
CHICAGO – The White Sox are at an interesting point of their current rebuild with the approach of the 2025 Winter Meetings, beginning Monday in Orlando, Fla. General manager Chris Getz has built a cohesive front office, not to mention having the right man in place as manager in Will
17 prospects to watch for in the 2025 Rule 5 Draft
ORLANDO, Fla. -- The Rule 5 Draft isn't taking place until Wednesday, and while early buzz at the Winter Meetings might be about things like where Kyle Tucker will sign, there are always early whispers about names who could go in the Rule 5 Draft. Teams haven't really started digging
Each team's most recent Rule 5 keeper
While a solid percentage of picks in the Major League phase of the Rule 5 Draft get at least some big league time the season following their selection, it’s not so easy to stick around for an entire year.
NEW: Top 100 Draft prospects for '26
It might only be December, but there’s a serious case of Draft fever ranging. The root cause is the release of MLB Pipeline’s new 2026 Top 100 Draft Prospects list. The fans are definitely aflame, though, by the upcoming MLB Draft Lottery, which will determine the order of who gets
White Sox top Winter Meetings deals
CHICAGO -- Here’s a look at the top Winter Meetings moves in White Sox history: 1. Acquired outfielder Scott Podsednik, right-handed pitcher Luis Vizcaino and first baseman/outfielder Travis Hinton from the Brewers for left fielder Carlos Lee Dec. 13, 2004 There were rumblings of the White Sox interest in Scott
One burning question for each team entering Winter Meetings
With executives from all 30 teams set to descend on Orlando, Fla., for the annual Winter Meetings, the Hot Stove may be on the verge of heating up. Though some clubs have already made some moves this offseason, every team still has plenty of questions to answer between now and
Here are 30 Rule 5 candidates -- one from each club
The Rule 5 Draft can be a fascinating, if imperfect, process, and you only need to look at last year’s edition to see why. On one hand, the White Sox selected Shane Smith from the Brewers and watched him blossom into an All-Star before finishing with a 3.81 ERA and