Frequently Asked Questions
Did Bryce Harper and Manny Machado actually want to sign with the White Sox?
According to Kenny Williams, both Harper and Machado expressed that they wanted to come to Chicago when the White Sox met with them. Williams said if the team could have afforded it, both players absolutely wanted to be here.
Why didn't the White Sox sign Harper or Machado if they wanted to come to Chicago?
The White Sox front office decided they would have overextended themselves financially by going to an uncomfortable spending level. Despite having one of the lowest payrolls in baseball, they chose not to pull the trigger on either superstar.
How many tickets would Bryce Harper have sold for the White Sox?
Reports indicated that Harper would have generated around 100,000 additional ticket sales for the White Sox, bringing significant buzz and marketability to the franchise.
What was the White Sox fan reaction to missing out on Harper and Machado?
White Sox fans were devastated and shocked after being excited all offseason about potentially landing a game-changing free agent. The fan base had been buzzing with hope and anticipation before the disappointment.
Does the White Sox payroll justify not signing these superstars?
The White Sox had one of the lowest payrolls in baseball and an exciting young core, which made their decision not to spend on potential Hall of Famers even more frustrating to fans and critics.