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SoxSider’s Offseason Plan
PREAMBLE The White Sox have reached the point where the goal should be competing, not rebuilding. I want to build on that progress without sacrificing (most of) the young core that got us here. My approach is to prioritize starting pitching, improve the bullpen and defense, and give our young position players room to develop.… The post SoxSider’s Offseason Plan appeared first on Sox Machine .
DingoSox’s Fever Dream of an Offseason Plan
PREAMBLE I had some faith that this team was going to be better than most anticipated. I imagined challenging hard for .500 but definitely didn’t think it was going to result in a playoff berth and the first playoff series win in 21 years. This team has arrived and we need to make sure that… The post DingoSox’s Fever Dream of an Offseason Plan appeared first on Sox Machine .
Starting Pitcher Chaos
PREAMBLE Last year our drunk uncles from the 108 coined the term “Outfield Chaos” to describe what we had going into the 2026 season. This outfield Chaos found us an All-Star center fielder and in general helped propel us to the post season. That is not to say the outfield is fixed, but we can… The post Starting Pitcher Chaos appeared first on Sox Machine .
Jonah’s plan for league domination
Jonah outlines the White Sox’s off‑season agenda, emphasizing a stronger rotation, added right‑handed power, contract sheds, more base‑stealing threats and lower strikeout rates. He recommends tendering Miguel Vargas and Brenton Doyle—highlighting Doyle’s speed and improved right‑hand bat—while non‑tendering Joey Bart, Huascar Brazobán, Jordan Leasure and Chris Murphy, labeling the latter two as disappointing. Vargas is earmarked for a near‑future extension, and the plan aims to keep the core intact while boosting the roster cost‑effectively.
Spare Parts: Shane Drohan can’t put ultimate cap on dream season
The Brewers made a helluva run at it, but the 2005 White Sox and 1999 Yankees won’t have to make room in the 11-1 Club. Cooper Pratt’s go-ahead homer in the top of the 12th put the Brewers ahead 3-2 and within three outs of their first-ever World Series championship via a four-game sweep, but… The post Spare Parts: Shane Drohan can’t put ultimate cap on dream season appeared first on Sox Machine .
Adam’s Offseason Plan
PREAMBLE The White Sox are in the same spot they were in 2021; young team coming off a devastating ALDS loss. “The money will be spent” lives in infamy for most of us. Some of us blame Jerry, some blame Rick Hahn. I blame Kenny. But with a new regime, in a similar position, I… The post Adam’s Offseason Plan appeared first on Sox Machine .
Let’s do this right, White Sox
PREAMBLE This 2026 White Sox team was unexpectedly and amazingly fun. I want the fun times to last. We’ve learned as an organization what goes wrong when we don’t land the big fish. And since I own this team, I’ve got one big pole with a line in the water. Our farm system still needs… The post Let’s do this right, White Sox appeared first on Sox Machine .
Rideout’s Offseason Plan: The Jerry Special
PREAMBLE Even after a successful 2026 campaign, we are still unsure how our first year players will show their worth in their second years. Even with the surprising 2026 campaign, 2027 is still a year where we figure out what sticks and what doesn’t. This means another year of catching lightning in a bottle! The… The post Rideout’s Offseason Plan: The Jerry Special appeared first on Sox Machine .
It’s Justin’s Money Now
PREAMBLE I think the White Sox were ahead of schedule last year, and that is just how Jerry likes it. Good baseball on the cheap. While he isn’t afraid to spend, he needs to be convinced of it. That is where Justin Ishbia comes in. He knows the iron is hot, and in addition to… The post It’s Justin’s Money Now appeared first on Sox Machine .
Dual motives, big money: Local concerns and Union millions shape Bridgeport, Amtrak fight
Amtrak and Canal Edge back the FRA’s decision to redo the environmental assessment for the $900 million Bridgeport rail‑yard maintenance facility, sparking heated debate in the neighborhood. Ald. Nicole Lee credits community organizing, while a public hearing before the White Sox ALDS Game 3 sees aldermen criticize Amtrak’s past disclosures. Behind the scenes, unions backing the project funnel donations to Chicago mayoral frontrunner Alexi Giannoulias, adding a political twist. Officials hope the new review of air, water and soil impacts will prove the residential area unsafe for the new facility.
The Samurai Sox: Turning Chicago into Japan’s American Team
PREAMBLE Murakami seemed to genuinely enjoy his first season with the Sox, so why not build on that and make Chicago a destination for Japanese players? With Murakami already here, I’ll add Suzuki, Itoh, Imai, Taira and Matsui, while promoting Rikuu Nishida to join the mix. That gives us seven Japanese-born players on the roster.… The post The Samurai Sox: Turning Chicago into Japan’s American Team appeared first on Sox Machine .
Chris Getz’s Secret Offseason Plan
PREAMBLE Coming off of a year where we exceeded expectations by a longshot, I hope this signals to the FO that it is win now mode, so we should sign several free agents to bolster the glaring weaknesses we saw in the playoffs. ARBITRATION-ELIGIBLE PLAYERS Tender:Vargas – Self ExplanatoryDoyle – Keeps a good right handed… The post Chris Getz’s Secret Offseason Plan appeared first on Sox Machine .
Treveburg’s OPP
PREAMBLE In my plan, I use short-term starting pitching solutions to figure out where we stand with our top pitching prospects while still remaining competitive and giving the starting pitching much needed innings. ARBITRATION-ELIGIBLE PLAYERS I am cutting Leasure and Murphy as I don’t have much trust for either of them but offer them minor… The post Treveburg’s OPP appeared first on Sox Machine .
Jake’s Offseason Plan
PREAMBLE I see the White Sox as a young, growing team. They made the playoffs when they were expected to lose 90+ games. The White Sox have a decent coaching staff, but there are some developmental issues with both the major and minor league pitching staffs. The hitting philosophy focuses on high bat speed and… The post Jake’s Offseason Plan appeared first on Sox Machine .
White Sox took big swing with John Schriffen, but missed
Back when John Schriffen was hired by the White Sox in January 2024, he told reporters that he was dedicating himself to White Sox summers. Whether it was purposeful or inadvertent, it looked like an attempt to distinguish himself from Jason Benetti, whose other in-season commitments were supposedly a point of contention between Jason Benetti… The post White Sox took big swing with John Schriffen, but missed appeared first on Sox Machine .
JayRoh’s Offseason Plan
The Sox Machine’s October 26 post outlines Chicago’s 2027 offseason outlook, noting a solid 2026 core but a need for pitching upgrades. Arbitration-eligible players include Miguel Vargas (tender), Brenton Doyle (tender), Joey Bart (non‑tender), Huascar Brazobán (tender), Jordan Leasure (non‑tender) and Chris Murphy (non‑tender), with Vargas, Doyle’s defense, and Brazobán highlighted as clear stays. The article also flags other upcoming free agents as the White Sox aim to stay competitive in the AL Central.
UpNorthSox’s Let’s Do This S#!t
PREAMBLE Sorry but I don’t care about the budget as Castillo and Benintendi are not my problem. Last year we were early, now we are late so time to get getting. This is the push to the next level. ARBITRATION-ELIGIBLE PLAYERS Brazoban is a tender and trade. Bart could be the same or we could… The post UpNorthSox’s Let’s Do This S#!t appeared first on Sox Machine .
How the 2026 White Sox beat projections, position by position
The 2026 Chicago White Sox turned a slim postseason outlook — 6.6% (ZiPS) and 1.5% (PECOTA) — into a surprise playoff run by outperforming FanGraphs’ Positional Power Rankings at almost every spot. While the only under‑performance came at catcher (ranked 26th but finished 28th), the team exceeded expectations across the board, aided by a weaker AL overall. The article breaks down each position’s ranking versus actual production, highlighting the collective overachievement that propelled the Sox beyond single‑digit odds.
Shaggy’s Big Spending! (An Average MLB Payroll)
PREAMBLE The competitive window is wide open. I’m not asking for Jerry to be visited by three ghosts this Christmas, I just think it’s reasonable to expect a large market team in our situation to spend at least as much as an average MLB team. The median MLB payroll in 2026 was about $174M, so… The post Shaggy’s Big Spending! (An Average MLB Payroll) appeared first on Sox Machine .
In Loving Memory of Ursula
PREAMBLE This was both fun and brutal to put together. In the spreadsheet I was keeping for salaries, I initially forgot to include Castillo…whoops. The Castillo and Benintendi contracts are really killers for 2027. Both guys are going to be on the roster to start the year. Benintendi’s at some point in 2027 will get… The post In Loving Memory of Ursula appeared first on Sox Machine .
MattCav’s Perfect Plan to Greatness – Gimme Your Money Jerry
PREAMBLE I’ve gone a bit over my budget but I’ve worked it out with Uncle Jerry, given the increased revenue from CHSN, the gates, and memorabilia that will be sold with this plan. Uncle Jerry was more than amenable to this idea and was very excited when I guaranteed him the AL Central championship with… The post MattCav’s Perfect Plan to Greatness – Gimme Your Money Jerry appeared first on Sox Machine .
Podcast: 5 White Sox Not Coming Back
In the latest Sox Machine podcast, host Josh Nelson reveals that five White Sox players will not return for 2027, highlighting two backup catchers and struggling relievers among the seven names discussed. He and analyst Jim Margalus also debate the future of the left field position and question Andrew Benintendi’s role—if his early-season performance falters, he could face a waiver. The episode, part of the Offseason Plan Project, is sponsored by Ankin Law.
ASU 2027 OPP
PREAMBLE Getting near where I want the Sox to be. ARBITRATION-ELIGIBLE PLAYERS Vargas obvious OTHER IMPENDING FREE AGENTS Grichuk 2 yrs @ 8 million per year, Newcomb 2 yrs @ 10 million per year, Richards 2 yrs @ 4 million per year. FREE AGENTS seiya Suzuki 3 yrs 75 million totalMorejon 3 yrs 45 million… The post ASU 2027 OPP appeared first on Sox Machine .
Shuknasty’s Offseason Plan
PREAMBLE Premature end to the rebuild or a year of overachievement? With highs and lows spattered around a roller-coaster of a season, the Sox go into the 2026 off-season with one of the most optimistic foresight’s since 2021. How can the Sox build on this momentum? Turning the weaknesses into strengths and letting the kids… The post Shuknasty’s Offseason Plan appeared first on Sox Machine .
Your 2027 World Champion Chicago White Sox (abbreviated season; 81 games)
PREAMBLE Chris Getz has been abruptly fired and I have taken over. I won’t be sentimental about 2026 and an 84 win team, that’s for sure. ARBITRATION-ELIGIBLE PLAYERS Bart, Brazoban, Leasure, and Murphy are gone. If you didn’t contribute in 2026, why on earth would I bring you back? OTHER IMPENDING FREE AGENTS I don’t… The post Your 2027 World Champion Chicago White Sox (abbreviated season; 81 games) appeared first on Sox Machine .
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