Chicago White Sox: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Munetaka Murakami Joins MLB History, Already Looks Like a White Sox Star

The Chicago White Sox may have a superstar on their hands. Munetaka Murakami has looked as good as advertised since he shockingly signed with the organization this offseason.

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Korey Lee to stay with the Chicago White Sox

One of the more intriguing decisions that the Chicago White Sox had to make early on was with Korey Lee. The catcher was projected to make the Opening Day roster after the Kyle Teel injury, but would wind up missing out after Reese McGuire was signed late in Spring Training.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / March 29

Chicago White Sox slugger makes history with his MUNEshot

Chicago White Sox slugger, first baseman/designated hitter Munetaka Murakami, has been making waves three games into his MLB career. The 26-year-old slugger has homered in the first three games to start his career, joining three others to do so.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / March 29

Bleacher Report ranks Chicago White Sox pitching staff in bottom 5

The Chicago White Sox have a lot of exciting players on a young team. They have some quality pitching that does not have that premier ace, but they have some middle-of-the-rotation depth throughout their rotation.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

MLB News / ChiCitySports / March 29

Chicago White Sox make trade with Washington Nationals

The Chicago White Sox have not wasted time in making a change to their roster this season. General manager Chris Getz is staying busy as the team is making moves ahead of its second game of the season.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 29

White Sox, Nationals make trade right after Opening Day

The Chicago White Sox and Washington Nationals announced Saturday afternoon that they had completed a trade, sending infielder Curtis Mead to Washington for catcher Boston Smith.

Munetaka Murakami News / ChiCitySports / March 29

Munetaka Murakami historic 2 game effort is 1 bright spot for White Sox

Slugger Munetaka Murakami was the marquee signing for the Chicago White Sox this offseason, agreeing to a two-year, $34 million deal after establishing himself as one of Japan’s most prolific home run hitters.

MLB News / South Side Sox / March 28

White Sox only kinda get shellacked by Brewers this time, 6-1

Oh, yeah … MOMENTUM is supposed to be the keyword this season, so … Only lost by five runs instead of 12 … MOMENTUM! Only struck out 11 times instead of 20 … MOMENTUM!

MLB News / Field Level Media / March 28

White Sox acquire C Boston Smith, ship INF Curtis Mead to Nats

The White Sox and Nationals completed a trade Saturday, with Chicago acquiring former second-team All-American catcher Boston Smith and sending infielder Curtis Mead to Washington.

Korey Lee News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

White Sox Outright Korey Lee

Catcher Korey Lee has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Lee was designated for assignment by the White Sox three days ago after being informed that he wouldn’t make the Opening Day roster.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Curtis Mead News / Last Word On Sports / March 28

White Sox Trade Utility Infielder Mead to Nationals

The Chicago White Sox and Washington Nationals completed a trade Saturday afternoon involving infielder Curtis Mead. The South Siders sent the former Tampa Bay Rays prospect to Washington in exchange for catching prospect Boston Smith.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

White Sox Trade Curtis Mead To Nationals For Boston Smith

The White Sox have acquired catcher Boston Smith from the Nationals for infielder Curtis Mead, both teams have announced. Mead was designated for assignment earlier this week after falling short of an Opening Day roster spot.

Andrew Vaughn News / ChiCitySports / March 28

Former Chicago White Sox lands on the IL for the Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers received terrible news on first baseman Andrew Vaughn’s status, with Vaughn expected to miss a chunk of time. According to USA Today columnist Bob Nightengale, the former Chicago White Sox will be out until early May with a fractured left hamate bone.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / March 28

This is the best-case outcome for the 2026 Chicago White Sox

The Chicago White Sox are looking to take the next step of their rebuilding process in 2026. They have a lot of young talent throughout the MLB roster, but they need to find a way to continue developing its players.

LaMonte Wade Jr. News / ChiCitySports / March 28

Chicago White Sox re-sign LaMonte Wade Jr to minor league deal

The Chicago White Sox had to decide to cut some players ahead of Opening Day. One of the players they decided to release was LaMonte Wade Jr. He is a solid veteran presence, but he wanted to see if any teams were interested in putting him on their MLB roster.

Chicago White Sox News / South Side Sox / March 27

Knights romp in Opening Night rout, 19-2

Determined to defy my snarky remarks about their inability to maintain a winning record in the Charlotte season preview, the Knights crashed through the season opening gate in bold fashion, trouncing the Durham Bulls, 19-2.

LaMonte Wade Jr. News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 27

White Sox Re-Sign LaMonte Wade Jr. To Minor League Deal

The White Sox re-signed first baseman LaMonte Wade Jr. to a minor league contract. He reported to Triple-A Charlotte and is playing tonight’s season opener for the Knights.

Munetaka Murakami News / Chicago White Sox on SI / March 27

Munetaka Murakami's First MLB Hit with the White Sox? A No-Doubt Home Run

I bet you can guess how Munetaka Murakami got his first MLB hit! The Chicago White Sox' newest slugger sent one deep over the right field wall in the ninth inning of his first-ever Opening Day.

Chase Meidroth News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26

Chase Meidroth makes White Sox history on Opening Day

There seems to be a small glimmer of hope early on in the 2026 MLB season for the Chicago White Sox.

Frank Thomas is suing his former team

Predicting the AL and NL Rookie of the Year As MLB Season Starts

The 'Managers from the 2011 MLB season' quiz

Chicago White Sox News / Stadium Rant / March 26

Chicago White Sox 2026 Season Preview: Can This Young Core Shock The AL Central?

Two seasons removed from the most challenging season in franchise history, this 2026 White Sox team bears little resemblance to the 2024 squad who suffered over 121 losses.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / March 26

White Sox Opening Day Lineup: Batting Order Thoughts, Pitching Matchup, Injuries

Excuse my shouting ... THE WAIT IS FINALLY OVER! Chicago White Sox baseball is back, and the expectations are as high as they have been in years. While it's not necessarily a playoff-or-bust kind of season, the time is now for the team's young players to push the organization in the right direction.

Chicago White Sox News / Just Baseball / March 25