Critics evaluate Chicago White Sox front office roster management decisions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026

The Chicago White Sox maintain a position at the top of the AL Central standings while facing scrutiny over several recent front office moves directed by Chris Getz. The organization recently signed 38-year-old outfielder Tommy Pham to a roster spot, a move that potentially limits at-bats for prospect Braden Montgomery. Critics also point to the decision to keep catcher Michael Turner in Triple-A despite his statistical performance exceeding that of other internal options. Additionally, the handling of pitcher Noah Schultz remains a point of contention, as the team kept him in a starter role rather than shifting him to the bullpen following the August acquisition of José Urquidy. These personnel choices have raised questions regarding the team's developmental strategy and commitment to utilizing internal talent during their current postseason push.
- •Tommy Pham signed with the White Sox on September 1.
- •Braden Montgomery faces fewer potential at-bats following the Pham acquisition.
- •Michael Turner remains in Triple-A despite a.284 batting average.
- •Front office officials maintained Noah Schultz as a starter rather than moving him to the bullpen.
- •The team acquired José Urquidy in August.
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"Bringing Tommy Pham to Chicago calls for an assessment of the team’s roster decisions this year
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