Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ben Peoples and why should the White Sox call him up?
Ben Peoples is a 25-year-old relief pitcher currently with the Charlotte Knights who has been dominant this season with a 1.40 ERA, 30 strikeouts in 25 innings, and a .180 batting average against. He was acquired in the Adrian Houser trade with Tampa Bay and has yet to make his major league debut despite his outstanding Triple-A performance.
Which White Sox bullpen pitchers are struggling and could be replaced?
Trevor Richards has a 6.92 ERA, Brandon Eisert has a 5.00 ERA, and Jordan Leasure has a 6.27 ERA. These elevated ERAs make them candidates to lose their roster spots to a call-up like Ben Peoples.
How did the White Sox acquire Ben Peoples?
Peoples was acquired at the trade deadline last season when the White Sox sent Adrian Houser to the Tampa Bay Rays. The deal also brought Curtis Mead and Duncan Davitt to Chicago, though Peoples was considered the underrated piece of the trade.
What are Ben Peoples' stats with the Charlotte Knights this season?
In 25 innings, Peoples has posted a 1.40 ERA with 30 strikeouts, a 1.17 WHIP, and has held opposing hitters to a .180 batting average. He also has three saves in four opportunities.
Why is now the right time for the White Sox to promote Ben Peoples?
The White Sox are trending towards a playoff spot and need to improve their struggling bullpen while evaluating young talent. Peoples could contribute in lower leverage situations and get acclimated to the major leagues while likely improving the bullpen's performance.
Craig Rowland
Craig is a former college baseball player and currently a practicing attorney. He is a lifelong White Sox fan and has been covering the team for Sports Mockery since 2022. Prior to Sports Mockery, Craig started the White Sox podcast "A Seat At The Table" while completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois.
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