Frequently Asked Questions
Will the White Sox trade Brett Lawrie before Opening Day?
It would be an absolute shock if Brett Lawrie were traded before Opening Day. No franchise is going to give up something valuable for just one year of Lawrie, and the White Sox have no reason to move him for organizational fodder. He is expected to play the entire 2017 season on the South Side.
When will Yoan Moncada be called up to the Chicago White Sox?
Yoan Moncada will likely be called up following May 14th. By keeping him in the minor leagues until then, the White Sox ensure they will have six or more years of control over him.
Who would start at second base for the White Sox if Brett Lawrie gets hurt?
If Lawrie were to get hurt, Tyler Saladino would get the starting spot at second base, not Moncada. Saladino was one of the White Sox lone bright spots in 2016, hitting .282 with eight home runs, 38 RBIs, and 11 stolen bases in 94 games.
Why are the White Sox keeping Yoan Moncada in the minor leagues to start 2017?
Keeping Moncada in the minors gives him more time to develop at his natural position of second base and gain experience against top-flight pitching. It also allows the White Sox to maintain longer control over his rights by delaying his service time clock.
What kind of prospect is Yoan Moncada and why was he acquired by the White Sox?
Moncada is considered one of the best prospects in baseball and was the headliner of the Chris Sale trade with the Red Sox. He is a five-tool prospect projected to be the White Sox second baseman of the future with a legitimate chance to be a 30/30 hitter in the MLB.