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On YouTubeChicago White Sox News / Total Apex Sports / December 21
Chicago White Sox Land Standout Japanese Slugger Munetaka Murakami
The Chicago White Sox have shocked the world, making their first big free agent signing in years, landing left-handed Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / December 21
White Sox win sweepstakes for Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami
At 25, Murakami joins the White Sox at the best time, as they're entering the third year of their rebuild and have one of the best young position player cores.
Chicago White Sox News / CBSSports.com / December 21
Munetaka Murakami signing with White Sox: Why NPB slugger only landed a two-year deal despite prodigious power
Murakami was the top power hitter in Japan, despite strikeout problems
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Chicago White Sox News / Larry Brown Sports / December 21
Japanese HR king Munetaka Murakami signs with surprising team
Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami has chosen his MLB team, and it is not one that many would have predicted. Murakami, regarded as Japan’s home run king, is signing a 2-year, $34 million contract with the Chicago White Sox, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Chicago White Sox News / CBSSports.com / December 21
Munetaka Murakami signing with White Sox: NPB slugger lands two-year deal in Chicago ahead of MLB debut
Murakami was the top power hitter in Japan, despite strikeout problems
Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 21
White Sox To Sign Munetaka Murakami
The White Sox are in agreement with infielder Munetaka Murakami on a two-year deal worth $34MM, according to a report from ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Passan adds that Murakami is expected to play first base in Chicago.
Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / December 21
White Sox sign Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami
Chris Getz committed to improving the White Sox’ standing in the Japanese free agent market during his tenure as general manager. Today, he showed the fruits of that labor.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / December 21
White Sox emerge as surprise team in sweepstakes for one Japanese player
Could the White Sox make a splash this offseason?
Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / December 21
Chicago White Sox ‘engaged’ in talks with Japanese slugger: Insider
After coming off a historically awful season in 2024 (41-121), the Chicago White Sox improved their record by 19 games in 2025 (60-102) and will continue to get better in 2026.
Chicago White Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 21
White Sox engaged in talks with Munetaka Murakami
The Chicago White Sox have emerged as a potential landing spot for Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami, just two days before his posting window closes.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Chicago White Sox News / South Side Sox / December 20
Can the White Sox sign Munetaka Murakami?
The possibility of the White Sox signing Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami is picking up momentum. When Murakami was posted, the White Sox were not
Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 19
White Sox Expected To Hire Carlos Rodriguez As Assistant GM
The White Sox are finalizing an agreement with Carlos Rodriguez to become an assistant general manager, reports James Fegan of Sox Machine. The team has yet to officially announce the news.
Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / December 18
White Sox Trade For Outfielder Tristan Peters
Outfielders Michael A. Taylor, Mike Tauchman, Joshua Palacios and Austin Slater accounted for 283 games in the White Sox outfield in 2025. So with all four off the current 40-man roster, the White Sox certainly had holes to fill this offseason.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 18
White Sox acquire outfielder in trade with Rays
The Chicago White Sox and Tampa Bay Rays have agreed on a trade on Thursday afternoon. This trade will certainly go under the radar; however, the White Sox are hoping that this addition can benefit the future of the team.
MLB News / Sox on 35th / December 18
White Sox reportedly hire former Rays executive Carlos Rodriguez
If there is one thing Chris Getz has committed to in his tenure as the White Sox’ General Manager, it has been bringing in talented individuals to the front office staff to improve day-to-day operations.
Dan Altavilla News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17
Twins, Dan Altavilla Agree To Minor League Contract
The Twins reached a minor league deal with reliever Dan Altavilla, reports Franycs Romero. The MAS+ Agency client will presumably receive a non-roster invite to MLB Spring Training.
Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / December 17
White Sox Announce Full 2026 Major League Coaching Staff
The White Sox on Wednesday announced the complete major league coaching staff for the 2026 season. Known returning coaches include second-year manager
MLB News / ChiCitySports / December 17
Chicago White Sox general manager quickly shut down Boston Red Sox trade request for young star
The Chicago White Sox are in a position where they can surprise people this season with their young core gaining more experience. With the trades they have made, the front office has targeted the next few years as a chance to get games under their belt and begin improving.
Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / December 17
Former general manager pitches idea of major free agent to join the Chicago White Sox
The Chicago White Sox are in a position where they need to begin showing success on the field. After a 60-102 record in 2025, the team has to improve. There are some free agents they can wind up signing, and one of them may be a player you may never think of as a fit.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 12
Mets face roadblock in trade for Luis Robert Jr.
New York Mets fans have gone through it over the past week or so.
Chicago White Sox News / Just Baseball / December 11
The Future of the Chicago White Sox Just Got Brighter
When the calendar turns to July 11, 2026, the Chicago White Sox will be selecting first with the potential to draft a franchise-altering player. A team that already showed progress in their rebuild down the stretch of 2025 is taking more steps forward this offseason.
Kyle Teel News / Yardbarker / December 10
Former Red Sox top prospect Kyle Teel could change Sox again
At the time of the trade, Teel was the Red Sox's third-best prospect and considered a solid all-around hitter.
Chicago White Sox News / Larry Brown Sports / December 10
Everyone made the same joke about White Sox winning No. 1 pick in MLB Draft
Fans think that the Chicago White Sox have one (holy) figure to thank for their triumph in this week’s draft lottery. On Tuesday, the White Sox were revealed to have won this year’s MLB Draft Lottery.
Chicago White Sox News / Total Apex Sports / December 9
Finally, Some Good News: White Sox Land No. 1 Pick In 2026
If you’re a fan of the Chicago White Sox, you’ve probably spent the last few years (decades?) staring into the abyss, wondering if the baseball gods have a personal vendetta against you.
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