Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the White Sox trade Dane Dunning for Lance Lynn?
The Sox are going for it now and needed a proven, rock-solid number 3 starter behind Lucas Giolito and Dallas Keuchel. Lynn has a career 3.57 ERA and posted a 6.8 fWAR as recently as 2019, while Dunning is still developing as a potential mid-rotation arm.
What will the White Sox starting rotation look like with Lance Lynn?
The 1-4 will be Giolito-Keuchel-Lynn-Cease for sure. The fifth spot could go to Michael Kopech, Reynaldo Lopez, or a free agent signing, with the team possibly easing Kopech back slowly since he hasn't pitched in a regular season game since 2018.
How much money does Lance Lynn add to the White Sox payroll?
Lynn is only owed $8 million for 2021, so it doesn't add a ton to the team payroll. This leaves room for the Sox to potentially pursue a big-name free agent like George Springer.
Will the White Sox make more trades this offseason?
The team likely won't make any more big trades because they don't want to completely decimate the farm system in one offseason. Their focus will now shift to fixing the hole in right field or adding a bullpen piece.
Could the White Sox still pursue Trevor Bauer or other starting pitchers?
Yes, but it's not as important now with Lynn in the fold. There are only so many rotation spots available and the Sox still value Dylan Cease and Michael Kopech as potential starters.