MLB's White Sox Face Major Rebuilding After Disappointing Season

The Chicago White Sox are facing a significant rebuilding phase after suffering through a third consecutive season with over 100 losses. According to MLB Trade Rumors, General Manager Chris Getz has indicated that the club will continue to rely on short-term veteran signings while focusing on developing their young talent.

In his two seasons at the helm, Getz has made only one multi-year contract, which was a two-year, $15 million deal with pitcher Erick Fedde. Getz's most substantial signing this past offseason was a one-year, $5 million contract for Martin Perez, which included a mutual option for 2026 that Perez declined.

With the departures of Perez, Adrian Houser, and Aaron Civale, who collectively made numerous starts for the team, Getz will likely look to fill these gaps through free agency, but expects to do so with short-term agreements rather than long-term investments.

Getz emphasized the importance of strengthening the coaching staff and improving organizational processes as key priorities moving forward. In a recent announcement, the team revealed Derek Shomon as the new hitting coach, and Sherman Johnson Jr. will join as the minor league hitting coordinator.

This indicates a strategic focus on enhancing the development of their younger players and improving offensive output. Getz expressed a commitment to controlling what they can this season, aiming to win as many games as possible while preparing for a more competitive future as they approach the 2027 season, when they plan to reassess and potentially invest more heavily in talent.

The White Sox’s approach reflects a broader trend in MLB where teams with struggling records prioritize rebuilding over immediate contention, emphasizing youth and development over expensive free agent signings.