Chicago White Sox Have Three Positions In Mind Ahead Of Trade Deadline

According to former MLB general manager Jim Bowden, the White Sox are targeting help at starting pitcher, reliever, and catcher. Bowden said he based this on conversations with the White Sox front office and opposing general managers.

The White Sox catching depth took a major hit after Kyle Teel's injury, leaving the team relying on Edgar Quero and Drew Romo, both of whom are struggling at the plate. The White Sox are one of at least six teams looking to add a catcher at the deadline.

Eric Haase is a 33-year-old, nine-year MLB veteran who most recently played for the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians before the San Francisco Giants released him on July 23rd. The White Sox signed him to a minor league deal to add veteran catching depth, as his pop time and defensive metrics rank ahead of both Quero and Romo.

There are conflicting reports — Jim Bowden says the White Sox front office is actively targeting upgrades, while USA Today's Bob Nightengale believes they will be reluctant to make a major move because they don't want to mortgage their future. How aggressive GM Chris Getz is willing to be remains the key question.

The White Sox pitching staff ranks 11th in MLB in ERA, making pitching depth a pressing need. Despite minimal production from the catcher position, the offense still ranks ninth in baseball.