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Did the White Sox Just Get Back a Key Trade Chip Before the Deadline?

The closer we get to the MLB trade deadline, the more likely it feels that the White Sox could swing for the fences. Sitting at 54-47 on the season, the White Sox have been baseball's top feel-good story in 2026.

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Pirates make necessary moves to improve bullpen, but GM Ben Cherington must do more

The Pirates' moves on Thursday can only be the start of their bullpen overhaul. They still need a lot more.

Brewers reportedly aiming high with trade targets ahead of deadline

Big update emerges on Mets' pitcher situation ahead of trade deadline

Why Red Sox's Sonny Gray is prime extension candidate

Phillies ace Zack Wheeler may have another act after all

Cubs expected to promote top prospect

Chicago White Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

White Sox rumors: What Chicago is ‘working hard’ to acquire before trade deadline

The Chicago White Sox are right in the mix of the playoff race in the AL Central, and rumors peg the franchise as potential buyers come the August 3 trade deadline.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 23

Surging White Sox return to comfort of home to face Astros

A timely attack and solid bullpen have helped the American League Central-leading Chicago White Sox match their season high at seven games over .500. Chicago's bid to keep climbing continues Friday with a visit from the Houston Astros for a three-game series, but the White Sox prefer to take things one game at a time.

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Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / July 23

Luisangel Acuña Has Become an Underrated Trade Acquisition for the White Sox

When former All-Star center fielder Luis Robert Jr. was traded by the Chicago White Sox in the offseason, it seemed like more than just a salary dump. They acquired former top-100 prospect Luisangel Acuña and minor league pitcher Truman Pauley, shedding Robert's expensive contract in the process.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / July 23

White Sox 4, Rangers 2: Bullpen closes out series win in style

Last night’s narrative is becoming a familiar—and positive—one for the White Sox. Erick Fedde or Anthony Kay take the mound, they do their job across roughly five innings, the offense grabs a lead, and the bullpen shuts things down from there.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Chicago White Sox ideal target ahead of MLB trade deadline revealed as 1x NL Cy Young Award winner

The Chicago White Sox are 54-47 on the season and clinging to a one-game lead for first place in the American League Central Division. Indeed, Chicago has been one of the best stories in Major League Baseball this year.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 23

Why Cubs rival could hold key to monster White Sox trade deadline

The Chicago White Sox have been one of the more surprising teams in baseball in 2026. They are currently leading the AL Central, and the White Sox are poised to be buyers at the MLB Trade Deadline.

MLB News / Sport Relay / July 23

Rangers Fall to White Sox in Series Finale

ARLINGTON, Texas (July 22) — The Texas Rangers dropped a close one to the Chicago White Sox, 4–2, on a hot Wednesday evening in Arlington in front of a crowd of 31,127.

Chicago White Sox News / South Side Sox / July 22

White Sox rebound, beat Rangers 4-2 to reclaim first place in AL Central

After getting thoroughly humbled Tuesday night, the White Sox responded the way good teams do. Chicago (54-47) scratched out timely hits, got a dominant performance from the bullpen, and knocked off the Rangers, 4-2, on Wednesday night to secure its 18th series win of the season.

Chicago White Sox News / Field Level Media / July 22

White Sox take another series as Anthony Kay quiets Rangers

Chase Meidroth went 4-for-4 with two RBIs, Andrew Benintendi added two hits and two RBIs and the visiting Chicago White Sox claimed a 4-2 victory against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Kyle Teel News / EasySportz / July 22

Teel Suffers High Ankle Sprain, Out 6-12 Weeks

Chicago White Sox fans just got some terrible news. Star catcher Kyle Teel could miss six to 12 weeks of action. This injury hits the AL Central leaders right when they need him most.

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Kyle Teel News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 21

White Sox catcher Kyle Teel expected to miss six to 12 weeks

The Chicago White Sox anticipate that catcher Kyle Teel will miss between six and 12 weeks with a left high ankle sprain, manager Will Venable told reporters Tuesday (link via Scott Merkin of MLB.com).

Anthony Kay News / ChiCitySports / July 21

Chicago White Sox: Anthony Kay called out to be team’s 2nd half All-Star

The Chicago White Sox are 53-46 on the season. Not only is this immensely better than anyone thought they would be at this point in the year, but it is also good enough for first place in the American League Central Division.

Drew Thorpe News / Athlon Sports / July 21

White Sox Pitcher Delivers Promising Update

The Chicago White Sox received encouraging news on one of their top pitching prospects as Drew Thorpe outlined the next steps in his recovery from Tommy John surgery.

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / July 21

Three high-priced options the White Sox could pursue

The Chicago White Sox are having a remarkable season, which could result in their first playoff berth since 2021. At 53-46, the White Sox lead the American League Central by one game over the Cleveland Guardians (53-48), and general manager Chris Getz will need to have a solid trade deadline (Aug.

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The 25 most notable gambling films

Whether talking cards, slots or sports betting, gambling has been the backbone of many a great film plot. Here are 25 of the best. Listed in alphabetical order.

Munetaka Murakami News / Athlon Sports / July 20

Munetaka Murakami's Hot Start Is Reviving the Market for Japanese-Import Baseball Cards

This story on Athlon Sports discusses how the international sports collectibles market undergoes massive shifts when elite overseas talent transitions to the United States.

Clay Holmes News / Total Apex Sports / July 20

Pitcher Holmes Gaining Interest from White Sox

The Chicago White Sox are working through a messy, uneven season, but their front office hasn’t stopped looking for ways to stabilize the roster. One name that keeps surfacing as the deadline approaches is Clay Holmes, the Mets right‑hander who has quietly become one of the more intriguing arms available.

Chicago White Sox News / Just Baseball / July 20

Chicago White Sox 2026 MLB Draft Recap

Roch Cholowsky was already at Truist Field when White Sox draft camp opened Thursday in Charlotte. Within hours, Chicago announced agreements with 20 of its 21 selections.

Sean Burke News / On Tap Sports Net / July 20

Sean Burke Shuts Down Blue Jays as White Sox Take AL Central Lead

Sean Burke continued his remarkable midseason turnaround Sunday afternoon, tossing 6.2 scoreless innings as the Chicago White Sox defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 3-0 at Rogers Centre.

Chicago White Sox News / New Baseball Media / July 20

2026 MLB First-Half Recap: Chicago White Sox

Two years ago, the Royals went from the bottom of the American League to a playoff spot. Now, the White Sox look to do the same. The White Sox ended the first half with one of the best offenses in baseball — and fighting for the top spot in the AL Central.

Chicago White Sox News / On Tap Sports Net / July 18

White Sox Injury Update: Hays, Thorpe, Pereira Begin Rehab Assignments

Reinforcements are coming. The Chicago White Sox got three pieces of good injury news Friday night, courtesy of the club’s pregame notes relayed by the Chicago Tribune’s LaMond Pope.

Munetaka Murakami News / Larry Brown Sports / July 15

Munetaka Murakami addresses his future with the White Sox

Chicago White Sox fans must be loving what slugger Munetaka Murakami said during the MLB All-Star break. The hard-hitting Japanese first baseman voiced his desire to stay with the White Sox for years to come when the topic of an extension contract was brought up, according to James Fegan of Sox Machine.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14