Chicago White Sox: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Drew Thorpe News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16

White Sox Activate, Option Drew Thorpe

The White Sox reinstated righty Drew Thorpe from the 60-day injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Charlotte, per a club announcement. Chicago also activated veteran outfielder Tommy Pham from the 10-day IL and optioned catcher Edgar Quero to Charlotte in a corresponding move.

Chicago White Sox News / South Side Sox / September 16

In defense of the opener

Here’s a bold prediction: at some point in the next decade, we will have a pitcher who will break the record for most games started in a season. The record is currently 75, shared by Pud Galvin (1883) and Will White (1879.) Galvin threw 656 ⅓ innings, while White threw 680.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 16

White Sox nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 MLB Playoffs

The Chicago White Sox have authored one of the great stories in Major League Baseball this season as they have been in the top spot of the American League Central and holding on to the No.

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Munetaka Murakami News / Yardbarker / September 16

White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami's performance has taken a downturn at the worst time

The White Sox are sitting only half a game ahead of the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central race.

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

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Athletics News / Yardbarker

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Hagen Smith News / ChiCitySports / September 16

Hagen Smith joins 1981 ROY and Cy Young winner as only other pitcher with this stat line

Since making his MLB debut on August 9, Hagen Smith has provided a massive boost to the Chicago White Sox pitching staff. The 23-year-old rookie has seamlessly taken on a variety of roles, starting games, working out of the bullpen, making single-inning appearances, and pitching multiple innings when called upon.

MLB News / South Side Sox / September 16

AL Central race tightens as Guardians walk-off the White Sox, 7-6

Is it really a series in Cleveland if at least one of the games does not give you a punch in the gut? Despite falling behind early in the game due to back-to-back jacks in the bottom of the first, the White Sox fought back until they were able to take the lead in the sixth and actually get in position to secure the series.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 15

White Sox Failure to Sustain Momentum Leaves AL Central Up for Grabs

Every time it seems like the White Sox are about to pull away in the AL Central race, something happens to drop them back into reality and make them nervous.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / September 15

2026 Transactions: Mets Claim Cairo, White Sox DFA Urquidy

Another infielder was claimed by the Mets off waivers on September 15. That would be Christian Cairo, who was claimed from the Philadelphia Phillies. Additionally, the White Sox DFA’d pitcher Jose Urquidy, who landed with Chicago after starting 2026 with the Pirates.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 15

White Sox vs. Guardians Lineup: No Montgomery or Teel? Grichuk Hitting Second, More

After a thrilling victory over the Cleveland Guardians, the Chicago White Sox will look for the series win against their division foe. The game comes only a handful of hours after the team made a pretty drastic roster move.

Chicago White Sox News / Viral Sports News / September 15

White Sox Part Ways With Former World Series Champion

The Chicago White Sox designated right-hander José Urquidy for assignment on Tuesday, clearing a roster spot as they recalled left-hander Noah Schultz from Triple-A Charlotte, via the MLB transaction log.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Chicago White Sox News / Field Level Media / September 15

White Sox bring up LHP Noah Schultz, DFA RHP Jose Urquidy

The Chicago White Sox recalled rookie left-hander Noah Schultz from Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday and designated veteran right-hander Jose Urquidy for assignment.

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 15

Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox

Smith has been an impressive arm in the bullpen.

White Sox attempt to add more breathing room in race vs. Guardians

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

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Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15

White Sox Designate José Urquidy For Assignment

The White Sox announced that left-hander Noah Schultz has been recalled from Triple-A Charlotte. Right-hander José Urquidy has been designated for assignment as the corresponding roster move.

Luis Castillo News / Athlon Sports / September 15

White Sox GM Comments on Troubling Luis Castillo Development

Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz admitted that Luis Castillo’s struggles have taken a concerning turn since the veteran pitcher arrived in Chicago.

Chicago White Sox News / Athlon Sports / September 15

White Sox Make Roster Change Immediately After Win Against Guardians

The Chicago White Sox made a roster move immediately after their 7-3 win over the Cleveland Guardians. The team reinstated right-handed pitcher Tyler Davis from the bereavement list and optioned him to Triple-A Charlotte.

Tristan Peters News / ChiCitySports / September 15

Tristan Peters’ historic 18-pitch walk sparks 6-run White Sox inning

All season long, Tristan Peters has served as an underrated catalyst for the Chicago White Sox offense. The 2026 All-Star is batting .277/.365/.459 and leads the team with 31 doubles while ranking fourth in hits with 114.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 15

White Sox attempt to add more breathing room in race vs. Guardians

Miguel Vargas hopes he is heating up as the Chicago White Sox continue their series against the host Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday. The White Sox third baseman slugged his 31st home run on Monday, a two-run shot during a decisive six-run sixth inning as Chicago won 7-3 in the opener of a three-game set.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 14

White Sox ring up 6-run inning to kick off Guardians series with win

Miguel Vargas hit a two-run home run and Kyle Teel had a two-run double in a decisive six-run sixth inning to lead the visiting Chicago White Sox to a 7-3 victory against the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 14

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

The Chicago White Sox earned a critical 7-3 win at the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night.

Previewing White Sox's season-defining series vs. Guardians

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

On deck: White Sox-Guardians, Red Sox-Rays, Yankees-Diamondbacks

The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / September 14

Chicago White Sox catcher sends fiery message before pivotal Guardians series

The Chicago White Sox are gearing up for a potentially NL Central deciding series against the Cleveland Guardians. Things haven’t looked pretty for the South Siders as of late.

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 14

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

Colson Montgomery, Munetaka Murakami and Miguel Vargas are all hitting below .225 in September.

Previewing White Sox's season-defining series vs. Guardians

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

White Sox cannot rely on Luis Castillo with a game in doubt for rest of the season

On deck: White Sox-Guardians, Red Sox-Rays, Yankees-Diamondbacks

The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz

Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 14

The White Sox’ Improbable Breakout

With under two weeks to play in the 2026 season, the White Sox are leading the American League Central — a sentence few expected to read or write back in March — thanks in no small part to breakouts up and down the roster.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 13

Previewing White Sox's season-defining series vs. Guardians

With their American League Central Division lead down to a half-game, the Chicago White Sox begin a season-defining three-game series at the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

White Sox cannot rely on Luis Castillo with a game in doubt for rest of the season

On deck: White Sox-Guardians, Red Sox-Rays, Yankees-Diamondbacks

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Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 13

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

Down to their last strike, clinging to a small lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Central, Randal Grichuk hit a two-run home run to give the Chicago White Sox a 6-5 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday night.

White Sox cannot rely on Luis Castillo with a game in doubt for rest of the season

Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs

Rough Gerrit Cole outing raises concerns for Yankees postseason rotation

The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 9

White Sox's young core has been vital to team's turnaround

The Chicago White Sox have made a miraculous turnaround this season, continuing to lead the AL Central race, and their young core's offensive contributions have a lot to do with that.

Hot-hitting Pirates jump on White Sox early in win

White Sox need to get Munetaka Murakami fixed for the stretch run

First vision of new stadium for White Sox in Chicago unveiled

The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz