Why One Top-Tier Starter Won’t Solve the White Sox Rotation Next Season
With the dust having settled on the Chicago White Sox's 2026 season, the structural cracks in the team's engine room have been the focus this offseason. The South Siders still haven't acquired a top-of-the-rotation ace, which fans expected after general manager Chris Getz said it is part of the organization's goals in the coming weeks. …
The Chicago White Sox still have yet to secure a top-of-the-rotation ace for their 2027 season, despite general manager Chris Getz's expressed goal to do so. The team relied on bullpen days and piggyback tandems to compensate for their low 674 2/3 innings started in 2026, which ranked among the lowest in MLB. Sean Burke's dominant season with an elite 3.34 ERA provided some relief, but the White Sox' rotation depth remains a concern heading into the postseason.
Acquiring one top-of-the-rotation starter is tempting, but it may not be the ideal solution due to the lack of fully tested top arms and Jerry Reinsdorf's reluctance to spend on big names. Instead, the White Sox should consider acquiring two starters - one top-of-the-rotation ace like Nick Martinez, and one mid-rotation starter like Grant Taylor or David Sandlin.
This strategy allows for a more balanced workload distribution, easing the burden on young arms and preserving the bullpen for late-season relief.
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