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Angels extended GM search could complicate White Sox pre-lockout trade plans

One White Sox trade target could be on hold
ByNoah Phalen
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Aug 21, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Reid Detmers (48) throws to the plate against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images
Aug 21, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Angels pitcher Reid Detmers (48) throws to the plate against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

With only about three weeks remaining until the MLB owners are expected to lock out the players after the expiration of the current CBA, it feels like the calm before the storm. During the 2021-2022 offseason, the last time MLB had a lockout, a massive influx of activity took place in the days leading up to the lockout. That hasn’t happened just yet, but many surveyed expect it to be similar this winter. One name in popular demand at the trade deadline who could be on the move this winter is Angels lefty Reid Detmers. The White Sox, in particular, were tied to Detmers heavily in deadline rumors and could revisit interest this offseason. Unfortunately, it sounds like those plans may be on hold until the Angels move forward with their extended GM search process. 

At this point, it seems like the Angels search process is still in its early stages. No candidates have been named, and the report out of Las Vegas at the GM meetings is that the Angels are just now starting to conduct preliminary meetings with candidates. It could be a couple weeks before they make a hire, not leaving much time for a new GM to get deals done before the lockout begins. If the White Sox are looking to fill most of their needs before the sport shuts down, it may force them to look elsewhere. 

Reid Detmers price and availability could depend on Angels new GM hire

It’s unclear if the Angels are even open to moving Detmers, who has two years left on his contract, or if the White Sox are interested in reopening negotiations. Rumor has it, the Angels insisted on slugging prospect Caleb Bonemer being included during conversations at the deadline, a deal the White Sox weren’t willing to make then and likely still aren’t. If that’s still the asking price, a deal seems highly unlikely. Perhaps a new GM would have another plan or price. It seems, however, like the Angels could benefit from a full teardown, and Detmers could be a major piece they can move. 

Chris Getz indicated on the radio this week that the White Sox are prioritizing starting pitching and would explore both the free agent and trade routes for additions. I would imagine that Detmers is on the list of arms they’ll ask about. As great as it would be to make all the offseason moves before the lockout and know what the team looks like when things shut down, not all teams seem to have the same urgency, so it may not work out that way. In 2022, the White Sox made a couple signings before the lockout and a couple after, and fans may be able to expect the same. 

I’ll be the first to admit I’m getting impatient and would love things to get moving soon, and I have fairly high expectations for this offseason. Reid Detmers is a name I’ve circled for several months now for the White Sox, and he’s high on my priority list for the team this offseason. Hopefully, whoever the Angels hire as their GM sees the value in moving him quickly.

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