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Next step for White Sox: Build on high energy from 2026

This story was excerpted from Scott Merkin’s White Sox Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 1:59 PM
Next step for White Sox: Build on high energy from 2026
Key Things to Know
  • The White Sox aim to capitalize on the momentum and fan support generated during their successful 2026 postseason run.
  • Chicago swept the Houston Astros in the Wild Card Series before falling to the Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS.
  • General manager Chris Getz is targeting starting pitching and an outfield bat during the upcoming offseason.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Following a surprising postseason run in 2026, the Chicago White Sox are focused on capitalizing on renewed fan enthusiasm and building long-term momentum. General manager Chris Getz and manager Will Venable enter the offseason aiming to strengthen the roster after sweeping Houston in the Wild Card Series before falling to Cleveland in the ALDS.

Heading into the General Managers Meetings in Las Vegas, the front office plans to target starting pitching and a potential outfield bat. Team chairman Jerry Reinsdorf praised Getz for establishing a strong organizational foundation ahead of expectations.

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