Pitching should be a priority for White Sox this offseason

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Bewildered Badger

The Chicago White Sox are in dire need of a reliable starting rotation to complement their young and talented position players. While Shane Smith is likely to be the Opening Day starter next season, Davis Martin's injury-prone history makes him a risk. The team's plans for Sean Burke and Jonathan Cannon regressing in 2025 have left them scrambling for answers.

The Sox will not be shopping at the top of the market for aces, but they can take a chance on mid-tier arms or starters who struggled last season and are looking for a bounce-back opportunity. General manager Chris Getz is targeting individuals who can not only cover innings but also deliver quality ones.

One potential target is Dustin May, a right-hander with control issues but the potential to be effective with some tweaking. The Sox' pitching staff had a high walk rate last season, and getting more consistent control would greatly improve their chances of success. Another option could be reliable veterans like Chris Bassitt or Zack Littell, who have shown they can handle heavy workloads.

The Sox are focused on developing their young players, but winning is the ultimate goal. With three starter spots up for grabs, it's crucial that Getz and his front office fill out the pitching staff with more known quantities than in years past. The team has a promising farm system, but relying on unproven prospects can be a gamble.

A change of scenery often works wonders for players looking to bounce back from last season's struggles. Shane Shomon, a Glenview native who spent the 2025 season with the Marlins, is one example of this. If he can find his form in the offseason, it could give him an edge in spring training.

The Sox' first spring-training home game is set for February 21 against the A's. With some shrewd moves and a focus on winning, they might just be able to turn their fortunes around in 2026.
 
I think the White Sox are trying to find that sweet spot between developing their young talent and adding some experienced guys who can deliver results 💡. I'm not sure about bringing in Dustin May though, his control issues are a big red flag 🚨. On the other hand, guys like Chris Bassitt or Zack Littell seem like reliable options - they've shown they can handle heavy workloads and won't break the bank 💸.

It's also interesting to see them looking at Shane Shomon as an option, he did turn his season around in Miami 🌴. With a strong farm system and some smart moves in free agency, I think the Sox have a good shot at turning things around next year 🔮.
 
I think the White Sox should be looking into guys who have experience handling heavy workloads like Zack Littell or Chris Bassitt 🤔. They've shown they can perform well when given a chance, and it's always good to have some veterans on the roster. Meanwhile, I'm not sure about Dustin May... he has potential, but his control issues are a major concern ⚾️. It's also interesting that Shane Shomon bounced back after leaving the Marlins - sometimes a change of scenery is just what you need to get your game going again! 💡
 
omg i cant believe how sketchy chicago white sox pitching staff sounds 🤯 like davis martin is always getting injured lol how r they gonna make it work nxt season? 🤷‍♂️

i dont no why they dont shop for aces tho, im all 4ustin may tho 🙌 u think he can turn his control issues around? and vets like chris bassitt or zack littell cud b good 2 😐

shane shomon sounds like an interesting one tho 🤔 didnt he do ok with marlins last season? 🤞 hope hes back 2 form nxt yr 👍
 
I feel like the White Sox are taking a smart approach by looking for mid-tier arms that can make a comeback 🤔. They're not going all-in on top-tier signings, but trying to find guys who need a change of scenery to get back on track 🔮. Dustin May is an interesting target - control issues aside, he's got the stuff to be effective 💪. And yeah, Shane Shomon's experience with the Marlins could definitely help him bounce back 🌴. It'll be fun to watch them take shape for spring training... maybe they can surprise us and turn that corner 🔜
 
I think getting Dustin May could be a risk worth taking, but I also feel like bringing in a veteran arm like Chris Bassitt or Zack Littell would give the team more stability 🤔. Those guys have shown they can handle heavy workloads and get results. At the same time, it's good to see the Sox focusing on developing their young players - it's not always easy to find those mid-tier arms who can deliver quality innings without breaking the bank 💸.
 
💔 Just when you think it can't get any worse... The Chicago White Sox pitching staff had a high walk rate last season 🤦‍♂️. Like, who wants to give away free bases? 😂 And now they're trying to sign Dustin May, a guy with control issues 🚽. Can you imagine having to watch that on the mound? 🎥 Not exactly confidence-inspiring.
 
"Believe you can and you're halfway there." 🌟 The Chicago White Sox are looking to take their first step towards turning their fortunes around by bolstering their pitching staff. While it's easy to predict that Shane Smith will be the Opening Day starter, they need reliable starters who can deliver quality performances.
 
I'm low-key excited about the White Sox this season 🤞! They need a solid rotation to back up those young stars and I think Chris Getz is onto something with targeting mid-tier arms who can make some tweaks to become reliable. Dustin May could be a great pick-up, he's got the potential but needs some work on his control issues 😬. Plus, having veterans like Bassitt or Littell around would give them a sense of stability.

And I love that they're not giving up on unproven prospects 🙌! The farm system is fire and if they can find those hidden gems, it could be huge. Shane Shomon's comeback story is a great example of how a change of scenery can work wonders 💪. It's all about winning for this team and I think with some smart moves, they might just turn it around in '26 📈.
 
🤔 I'm getting major vibes that the Sox need to take a calculated risk with Dustin May 🤷‍♂️ He's got potential, but his control issues are real 😬 If they can get him some stability and tweaking, he could become a solid starter for them 💪. And let's be real, having reliable vets like Chris Bassitt or Zack Littell would give the team so much more confidence 🙌 It's all about balance – developing their young arms while also bringing in some battle-tested guys to anchor the staff 🔩
 
So I guess that's what happens when you've got a young core of players but can't seem to put together a decent starting rotation 🤦‍♂️. Shane Smith is gonna have to do it all, no pressure 😅. Meanwhile, they're looking for guys like Dustin May who have control issues, because hey, who doesn't love watching pitchers walk people? 🎉 At least the farm system is doing something right, that's for sure 🌾. And of course, Sean Burke and Jonathan Cannon are just going to magically improve without any signs of life 💀... meanwhile, the 2026 season is gonna be a whole lot more exciting than expected 😜
 
ugh i cant believe the sox are still stuck in a rut 🤯 like how are they gonna make any progress with that pitching staff? Shane smith is okay but only if he stays healthy 🤞 and shane shomon just came from nowhere to get some success lol what happened to their scouting team?? 🤦‍♂️ i mean im not asking for aces but some mid-tier arms that can deliver quality innings would be a start 🚀 and please dont even get me started on the farm system 🌾 its like theyre just throwing prospects into the deep end without thinking of the consequences 💔
 
I think the White Sox need to find a good balance between bringing in veterans who know what it takes to win and giving those young guys like Shane Smith a chance to shine 🤔. They can't rely on the farm system too much, that's just too unpredictable 🌪️. Dustin May is an interesting pick-up though, if they can get his control under control, he could be a solid starter 💪. And it's crazy how some players bounce back from last season with a fresh start 🔄... maybe Shane Shomon will make it happen for them this year 😃
 
🤔 The White Sox are like, really close to having that solid rotation everyone's been talking about... think they'll take a chance on guys who can deliver quality innings? Might be smart to go for mid-tier arms who need a reboot 🔄, 'cause their young players have shown the potential. Dustin May could be the real deal if he gets his control in check 😬... and having veterans like Bassitt or Littell would be a big plus too! 🙌
 
🤔 THE SOX REALLY NEED TO GET THEIR PITCHING STAFF IN ORDER FOR THEM TO COMPETE WITH THE BIG BOYS!!! IT'S NOT JUST ABOUT GETTING SOMEONE WHO CAN THROW 100 MPH, IT'S ABOUT FINDING GUYS WHO CAN CONTROL THE ZONE AND KEEP THE GAME LOW SCORING!!!
 
the thing that caught my eye here is how the team is trying to balance developing young players with having a reliable pitching staff 🤔. i mean, you can't have a good offense without a solid defense or pitching, right? and it's crazy how much pressure there is on these starting rotation spots - one wrong move and it could be a long season 💥.

i'm also intrigued by the idea of a change of scenery for players like shane shomon. i've read about how it can really turn someone's game around 🔄. but at the same time, you have to wonder if that's just a cop-out for teams who don't know what else to do 😂.

anyway, i think the sox are on the right track by looking for mid-tier arms and veterans who have shown they can handle heavy workloads 💪. it's all about finding that sweet spot between talent and reliability 🔮.
 
I don’t usually comment but I think the White Sox need to consider taking a chance on someone like Dustin May 🤔. He's got control issues, which is pretty common for pitchers with his track record, but if they can tweak his stuff, he could be super effective 💪. Plus, Shane Shomon just went through a similar renaissance with the Marlins, so you never know what works and what doesn't in baseball 😂. I don’t think relying on prospects is a bad idea, but having some proven veterans like Chris Bassitt or Zack Littell would give them more stability 🙌. They need to get that pitching staff sorted out, especially with Shane Smith taking the starting spot next season 🎯.
 
man the sox need a solid rotation ASAP 🤯, can't rely on young guns alone, gotta get some vet arms in there who can deliver quality starts without all the drama 💥. Dustin May's got potential but control issues are a major concern 🚫. maybe they can snag Chris Bassitt or Zack Littell to stabilize things 🙏. and sheldon obrien is like that one guy i've seen around, always seems to bounce back from struggles 🔥 gotta see him play in the spring, might give shamon another shot 👀
 
I gotta say, the White Sox are like that one friend who always shows up to parties a little roughed up 😒. They've got some great young talent, but they need to surround those guys with some solid starting pitching ASAP. I mean, can't have them relying on Shane Smith and hoping for the best all season long 🤯. They need someone like Dustin May who's got potential but needs a little fine-tuning - that kinda guy could be exactly what they're looking for 💡. And yeah, veterans like Chris Bassitt or Zack Littell would be great catches too... someone to bring some stability and experience to the staff. Fingers crossed Getz and co can make some savvy moves this offseason! 🤞
 
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