Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the White Sox not using Drew Thorpe in their starting rotation?
The article argues it appears to be pure stubbornness from the front office, despite Thorpe being healthy and posting strong Triple-A numbers. The White Sox have nothing to lose given the current rotation's struggles, and the author believes Thorpe deserves a shot with fewer than 20 games left in the season.
How has Drew Thorpe performed in Triple-A since returning from Tommy John surgery?
In his last five starts with the Triple-A Charlotte Knights, Thorpe has not allowed more than two runs in any outing, posting a 2.55 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, and 8.0 K/9 in 24.2 innings. He has also walked only four batters over that stretch, showing his command is sharp.
What is Luis Castillo's ERA since the White Sox acquired him at the trade deadline?
Luis Castillo has posted an ERA over 7.00 since the White Sox acquired him at the trade deadline, making him one of the biggest concerns in an already shaky rotation.
How many pitchers have started a game for the White Sox in 2026?
Seventeen different pitchers have started at least one game for the White Sox in 2026, yet the team still has more rotation questions than answers with fewer than 20 games remaining in the season.
What is the concern about Drew Thorpe's fastball velocity?
Thorpe has been sitting around 91-92 MPH with his four-seam fastball during his rehab stint, which would rank near the bottom among MLB starters. He will need to rely on his command and secondary pitches to compensate for his lack of velocity at the big league level.
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