Frequently Asked Questions
Who did the White Sox pick first overall in the 2026 MLB Draft?
The White Sox selected Roch Cholowsky from UCLA with the first overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. He was widely expected to be the pick, and the White Sox are hoping he becomes the face of the franchise.
How much is Roch Cholowsky's signing bonus with the White Sox?
Roch Cholowsky's signing bonus is expected to be north of 10 million dollars, which would make it the highest signing bonus in MLB Draft history.
What were Roch Cholowsky's stats at UCLA in 2026?
At UCLA in 2026, Cholowsky hit .320 with a .452 OBP, 21 home runs, 60 RBIs, a 1.088 OPS, and a 1:1 strikeout to walk ratio.
When could Roch Cholowsky make his MLB debut for the White Sox?
The White Sox plan to send Cholowsky to High-A Winston-Salem shortly after the draft. If everything goes according to plan, he could be contributing to the big league club before the All-Star break in 2027.
How many picks did the White Sox have on day one of the 2026 MLB Draft?
The White Sox made five picks on the first day of the 2026 MLB Draft, with three of those picks coming within the first 41 selections.
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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