Daniel Wright improves in first pro season with White Sox

Daniel Wright, a 24-year-old right-handed relief pitcher, has completed his first professional season with the Chicago White Sox organization. After a challenging start, he finished the season with a 2-1 record, 2.98 ERA, and 39 strikeouts over 42.1 innings pitched across 33 games. Wright was drafted in the 10th round of the 2025 MLB draft and transitioned to baseball after starting as a quarterback in college football. His progress this year has set him up for a potential opening with the Double-A Birmingham Barons in 2027, where a strong performance could lead to a promotion to higher levels in the minor leagues.

• 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — 2027 South Side Sox Top Prospect No. 97: Daniel Wright