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Vargas goes from almost leaving baseball to ‘steady presence’ for White Sox

CHICAGO -- Miguel Vargas was talking one on one to a reporter following a larger media scrum during the American League Division Series against Cleveland, when the White Sox third baseman smiled and pointed to the group of reporters walking…

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Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 5:47 PM

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Miguel Vargas contemplated quitting baseball after struggling in 2024 before becoming an All-Star for the White Sox.
His father, two-time Olympic gold medalist Lázaro Vargas, advised him against quitting during that difficult period.
Teammate Davis Martin described Vargas as a professional, steady presence in the White Sox lineup and clubhouse.

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Chicago White Sox third baseman Miguel Vargas revealed he considered quitting baseball following a difficult 2024 season before rebounding to become an All-Star. After hitting just .104 following his trade from the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2024, Vargas credited his father, Olympic gold medalist Lázaro Vargas, and supportive teammates with helping him remain in the sport.

Vargas has since emerged as a vital team leader as the White Sox advanced to Game 5 of the American League Division Series against the Cleveland Guardians. Despite a 9-5 defeat in Game 4, Vargas contributed a ninth-inning home run off Cade Smith and drew three walks.

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