Chicago White Sox face key questions as second half begins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The Chicago White Sox resume play against the Toronto Blue Jays on July 18, after the All-Star break. Currently tied for first in the American League Central, the Sox look to maintain momentum and solidify their postseason prospects. Manager Will Venable emphasized the need to remain focused amid distractions, including the upcoming trade deadline on August 3. General manager Chris Getz indicated that the Sox could be buyers this year, marking a change from previous seasons. The team's success will depend on refining their gameplay and addressing areas for improvement to secure a playoff spot.
- •White Sox open second half against Blue Jays on July 18.
- •Tied for first in the American League Central at the break.
- •Venable emphasizes maintaining focus amid trade deadline distractions.
- •General manager Getz suggests Sox could be buyers this year.
- •Success hinges on improving gameplay and preparation for playoffs.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — How active will the Chicago White Sox be at the trade deadline? 3 questions facing the team in the 2nd half.
"TORONTO — Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable enjoyed the time away during the All-Star break. “But I was thinking about today, and just the excitement to be back playing games today, because these guys work so hard and play so hard and give you something entertaining every day in the game,” Venable said before Friday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. “Just excited to ...
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