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After splitting their two games on Friday, the Chicago White Sox are back together for their 10th spring training battle and first against their AL Central rival, the Cleveland Guardians.

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White Sox win one, lose one in Friday’s split-squad action

The White Sox split Friday’s games, securing a win at home against the Rangers while dropping their road game to the Brewers. Here’s a full recap of today’s action!

Chicago White Sox News / South Side Sox / February 27

Split decisions: White Sox beat Rangers, fall to Brewers

The White Sox gave us two games today, with the 100 or so players eligible for the games today split in half. Given that Gameday and radio was the best we could tune into for two simultaneous games, let’s just bullet-point some game performances, and let our game polls tell the rest of the story.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / February 27

White Sox Pitching Prospects Who Could Make MLB Debut Sooner Than Later

When it comes to the White Sox farm system, there is no lack of high-upside arms. The organization has stacked up on pitchers over the last few seasons, selecting several in recent drafts that have the clear talent to become quality big league starters.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / February 27

What to Know as White Sox Prepare for First Split Action of Spring Training

The Chicago White Sox will be busy this afternoon! As many familiar faces take the field at Camelback Ranch for a matchup with the Rangers, a handful of prospects will make up a fun lineup against the Brewers on the road.

Tanner McDougal News / Just Baseball / February 27

Tanner McDougal Can Become One of the Top Pitching Prospects in MLB

One of the best pitching prospects in baseball could be a guy who had all but fallen off prospect lists this time last year after being drafted in 2021 out of high school.

Munetaka Murakami News / ChiCitySports / February 27

MLB Rumors: Chicago White Sox-Pittsburgh Pirates predicted to make big trade

The Chicago White Sox shocked Major League Baseball by coming out as the winners of the Munetaka Murakami sweepstakes this off-season. They signed the Japanese slugger to a two-year $34 million, a significant investment for a team that has struggled to return to competitive levels for a long time.

Sam Antonacci News / Just Baseball / February 27

Sam Antonacci Is Part of the Future Core for the White Sox

Various types of players can emerge from being minimal-attention prospects to become key players on an MLB roster, and Sam Antonacci is certainly one of them.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / February 27

This White Sox’s player is their best power-hitting prospect

The Chicago White Sox is a team where they have a lot of talent in their organization. They are going to be a young team this season, allowing a lot of prospects to have the ability to make a mark.

Garrett Crochet News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Pedro Martinez's Comments on Garrett Crochet Make White Sox Trade Look Even Better

There are uneven trades, and then there's the Garrett Crochet deal between the Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox in 2024. In December of that year, the White Sox sent Crochet to the Red Sox for catcher Kyle Teel, outfielder Braden Montgomery, shortstop Chase Meidroth, and reliever Wikelman Gonzalez.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Munetaka Murakami News / Athlon Sports / February 26

White Sox Announce Munetaka Murakami News After Removal From Lineup

The Chicago White Sox have not been competitive for a few seasons now, and what has added to the frustration is the organization’s unwillingness to spend

MLB News / ChiCitySports / February 26

Chicago Cubs All-Star gives valuable insight on White Sox slugger

The Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox have the most Japanese talent outside of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Cubs have left-hander Shota Imanaga and right-fielder/designated hitter Seiya Suzuki on their roster, while the White Sox recently signed Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami (two years, $34 million).

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Colson Montgomery News / Chicago White Sox on SI / February 25

Colson Montgomery Fuels White Sox Hype with Monstrous First Spring Homer

Stepping up to the plate in the bottom of the fourth inning, Colson Montgomery did what he does best. The shortstop drew a 3-0 count before seeing exactly the pitch he hoped for.

Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / February 25

3 under-the-radar White Sox prospects to watch in 2026

As players ramp up toward the start of the season, most of the White Sox’s most intriguing future pieces have arrived in Glendale. Some are competing for minor league promotions and, for a select few, one of the 26 roster spots waiting in Bridgeport.

Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / February 24

White Sox 12, Mariners 10: Hot bats lead to slugfest victory

When the dust settled from Tuesday’s 22-run, 28-hit offensive showcase, it was the White Sox emerging victorious. The Sox earned their fourth win in five tries this Spring thanks to an offense that scored early and often, edging out the Mariners 12-10.

MLB News / South Side Sox / February 24

White Sox outlast Mariners in Spring Training slugfest

It was a doozy of a Spring Training game in Peoria, Arizona, on Tuesday as both the White Sox (4-1) and Seattle Mariners (2-3) offenses exploded for 28 hits with the South Siders persevering to snag their fourth win.

Colson Montgomery News / ChiCitySports / February 23

Colson Montgomery reflects on his 2025 season with the Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery emerged as a future star for the team last season after getting called up and putting together a solid second half.

Chicago White Sox News / Just Baseball / February 21

Chicago White Sox Spring Training Storylines: Position Players

Munetaka Murakami arrived early in Glendale ahead of his departure for the World Baseball Classic with Samurai Japan, and Chicago White Sox camp immediately felt bigger.

Austin Voth News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 13

White Sox, Austin Voth Agree To Minor League Deal

The White Sox have a minor league agreement with right-hander Austin Voth, reports James Fegan of Sox Machine. The Wasserman client will be in camp as a non-roster invitee.

Munetaka Murakami News / Larry Brown Sports / February 12

White Sox manager sets the record straight about Munetaka Murakami’s request

The arrival of Japanese star Munetaka Murakami to the Chicago White Sox has come with some bathroom improvement at the team’s clubhouse. But as spring training starts, manager Will Venable made sure to flush a misconception about Murakami’s bidet request down the toilet.

Munetaka Murakami News / Larry Brown Sports / February 9

White Sox misspelled their star acquisition’s name on his locker

The Chicago White Sox had one of their more impactful offseasons in recent memory. Unfortunately, they have not quite gotten off on the right foot for spring training.