5 teams the Chicago White Sox should be looking to trade with
The Chicago White Sox should be looking to make some trades soon.
The Chicago White Sox are one of the worst teams in Major League Baseball this season. It is mostly by design because they are being forced to rebuild again.
They have a lot of work to do and that will include making big trades this season. It is going to be painful to watch as they might get even worse but it could be better for the future of the franchise.
There are a lot of teams in Major League Baseball that believe they can win the World Series in 2024. The White Sox have some pieces that could help a lot of them.
Based on their needs and the potential to get a good return, these are the five teams that the White Sox should look to make a trade with this season:
The Chicago White Sox should consider the Chicago Cubs for a big trade
The Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs have come together for quite a few trades over the years. It would make total sense for them to come together for another deal here in 2024.
This season, the Cubs are a great team looking to make it to the playoffs for the first time since 2020. They went through a rough patch from 2021-2023 but they are close to being a contender again.
The biggest issue for the Cubs so far this season has been their bullpen. They would have a few more wins this year if they were better at closing out games in which they have a lead. It could end up being the difference between being an NL Central Division champion and a Wild Card team by the time October comes around.
There are a few arms on this White Sox team that make sense for the Cubs. Overall, their pitching isn’t great but they have a couple of guys that would make a positive impact on a contending team. Making a trade like this could help the Cubs’ chance of making some noise in the playoffs.
The White Sox and Orioles could make a trade for a few different players
Right now, the Baltimore Orioles are in second place in the AL East Division. The thing is, they have the third-best record in all of baseball but one of the two teams ahead of them is their division rival New York Yankees.
Baltimore might be looking for a few players that can help them surpass the Yankees in the standings. The White Sox currently have a few guys that make sense for them in their quest to catch New York and make a deep playoff run.
For one, there are a couple of sluggers on the White Sox that would fit in well with Baltimore. Taking a chance on guys like Gavin Sheets, Eloy Jimenez, or Andrew Vaughn makes a ton of sense for them.
In the case of Sheets, he is a Baltimore native whose dad played for the Orioles. It would be very cool for everyone involved if he ended up back there as they try to make it to the World Series.
The Chicago White Sox could make a big trade with the New York Yankees
The Chicago White Sox and New York Yankees could come together for a trade this season. If the Yankees want to stay ahead of those Orioles, it might be wise for them to make a few upgrades.
Another big bat would do wonders for this Yankees team. Any of the aforementioned power hitters would do a great job playing at Yankee Stadium. A lefty like Gavin Sheets might thrive hitting for that short porch.
Every team in the league could also use pitching and the Yankees are no exception. The White Sox have more than enough arms that would help better New York’s chances. Guys like Erick Fedde, Michael Kopech, and Garrett Crochet would all make sense there.
The Yankees are close to being the best team in baseball so they are sure to be active ahead of the trade deadline. Making a move with the White Sox would be a great way to get the ball rolling on a deep playoff run.
The Phillies would be able to use some of these White Sox players to their advantage
The Philadelphia Phillies are the top team in all of baseball right now. Whether it ends like that remains to be seen but they don't care about about having the best record. They want to be the last team standing.
Philly has been a top team in the league for a few years now. Even coming in second or third place in the NL East Division has seen them make the playoffs and deep runs.
They have been as far as the World Series but were defeated once they got there. After being so close but coming up short, getting over the edge is a top priority now.
Whether it is another pitcher or a big bat that the White Sox have available, they have a good enough farm system to make a good trade with the White Sox. There are plenty of options for both sides to get a deal done.
The Seattle Mariners would love a boost from the Chicago White Sox
The Seattle Mariners are in first place in the AL West. They had a very disappointing 2023 season after 2022 was incredible for them.
They didn't win the World Series in 2022 but they ended a multiple-decade-long drought of making the playoffs. Missing the playoffs (despite being a decent team still) in 2023 had to hurt.
They don't want to become like the White Sox where they go so far backward that they can't recover. They need to stay the course and be a playoff team this year.
The 2023 World Series Champion Texas Rangers and the 2022 World Series champion Houston Astros are both in their division but are off to slower-than-expected starts.
If the Mariners want to stay ahead of them, they need more help. They haven't been shy about making big trades and now is not the time to stop. The White Sox can help them like they can all of the teams on this list.
At the end of the day, you can expect the White Sox to be big-time sellers ahead of the 2024 MLB Trade Deadline. We'll see who they partner up with.
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