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On YouTubeChicago White Sox News / ESPN / December 22
Power play: White Sox see Murakami fitting at 1B 
The White Sox view newcomer Munetaka Murakami as a middle-of-the order bat who will start spring training as their first baseman, general manager Chris Getz said.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 22
Munetaka Murakami opens introductory presser with hilarious prop
Over the last several days, the Chicago White Sox worked diligently to secure Japan’s Munetaka Murakami. It worked to perfection as they signed Murakami to a $34 million contract.
Chicago White Sox News / Sox on 35th / December 22
3 takeaways from the Munetaka Murakami signing
Yesterday, the White Sox signed Japanese superstar Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34M contract. The move was shocking for several reasons: the relatively short contract length, the fact that the White Sox were the team Murakami chose, and the difference between Murakami’s projected salaries and the actual result.
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 / Just Baseball / December 21
The White Sox Make a Statement Move, Sign Munetaka Murakami
In what is the biggest surprise of the offseason so far, the Chicago White Sox ink Japanese infielder Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34 million deal, 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.
Luis Robert News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 21
White Sox talking with Mets, Reds about Luis Robert Jr. trade
The Chicago White Sox have already made one move on Sunday that has shaken the MLB landscape. Fresh off signing Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to a two-year deal, the White Sox could be closing in on a potential Luis Robert Jr.
Chicago White Sox News / Field Level Media / December 21
White Sox make unexpected move, sign Japanese star Munetaka Murakami
The Chicago White Sox, not expected to be key players in offseason free agency, are signing Japanese star Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34 million contract, ESPN reported Sunday.
Chicago 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 / Chicago White Sox on SI / December 21
White Sox Sign Japanese Slugger Munetaka Murakami
White Sox general manager Chris Getz said at the MLB Winter Meetings in December that he could see the light at the end of the tunnel of the organization's rebuild.
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 / Yardbarker / December 21
Munetaka Murakami gambling on himself with White Sox deal
Murakami had been one of the best power hitters in Nippon Professional Baseball during his time with the Yakult Swallows.
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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 21
White Sox add Japan’s home run champion with ‘superstar ceiling’ on $34 million contract
The Chicago White Sox just grabbed one of the biggest international baseball players. Chicago signed Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to a two-year deal Sunday, per ESPN.
Chicago White Sox News / New Baseball Media / December 22
White Sox to Sign Munetaka Murakami: What to Make of Move
Reports broke on December 21 that the Chicago White Sox will sign Munetaka Murakami. Heading into the year, Murakami came in as arguably the best available Japanese player.
Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / December 21
Chicago White Sox sign Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to two-year deal
The Chicago White Sox improved their record by 19 games in 2025 (60-102) after coming off a historically awful season in 2024 (41-121), and they will continue to get better in 2026.
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.
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 / 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 / Chicago White Sox on SI / December 19
White Sox Hire Carlos Rodriguez As Assistant General Manager
The White Sox on Friday named Carlos Rodriguez as assistant general manager. Rodriguez is one of three people with that title in the White Sox front office, along with Josh Barfield and Jin Wong.
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.
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
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.
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.
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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