CHICAGO — White Sox general manager Chris Getz mentioned the talent in the pipeline and insisted better days are coming. He just has one message for Chicago’s frustrated fans: Be patient. Considering the White Sox set a modern major league record for losses last season, that’s no simple request.

The White Sox have a goal to win games, just like Major League Baseball’s other 29 teams. Coming off a 121-loss season, though, their success in 2025 ultimately might not be measured in finishing .500 or even winning 70-to-75 times.

Venable and White Sox General Manager Chris Getz held a pre-Sox Fest pow-wow Thursday afternoon, before the festivities officially kick off on Friday.

There were panels, pop-a-shot and a round of drinks via Mark Buehrle over the weekend during SoxFest Live at Ramova Theatre. Fans lined up for photos and autographs with Chicago White Sox players. They also asked front-office personnel about the direction of the organization in the aftermath of a modern-day major-league record 121 losses in 2024 during a lively “State of the Sox” segment

The White Sox are likely done making moves this offseason. Find out more about the team's direction at MLB Trade Rumors.

Colson Montgomery might be the most closely watched player for the Chicago White Sox when the team begins spring training in Arizona next month.

Miguel Vargas delivered the first “best shape of my life” declaration at SoxFest Live, less than three weeks before spring training even began.

As it stands, Brooks Baldwin is projected to serve as Chicago's Opening Day shortstop. The 24-year-old made his big league debut in 2024 – just two years after he went in the 12th round of the 2022 MLB Draft – and he wound up batting .211 with a .566 OPS and 0.0 WAR in 33 games.

CHICAGO — White Sox general manager Chris Getz mentioned the talent in the pipeline and insisted better days are coming. He just has one message for Chicago's frustrated fans: Be patient.

Chicago White Sox following SoxFest Live, including shortstop Colson Montgomery’s mindset as he prepares to compete for a roster spot this spring.

Hagen Smith, last year's college pitcher of the year, was the No. 5 pick in the MLB draft in July by the Chicago White Sox. After just 7.2 innings of minor league ball, he's already being recognized as an up-and-coming talent.

White Sox prospect Drew Thorpe won't be ready for the start of Spring Training after suffering a setback in rehab. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.