Developer proposes riverfront site for potential new Chicago White Sox stadium
4 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 6, 2026, 3:57 PM
Last updated Sep 6, 2026
Developer Canal Edge has unveiled a proposal for a mixed-use development called The Railyards near Roosevelt Road and Canal Street in Chicago. The concept includes a potential new stadium for the Chicago White Sox, alongside residential, commercial, and retail space. The White Sox confirmed the organization is reviewing the proposal as part of its exploration of future ballpark locations, though the team noted it remains in early stages. Local officials, including Cook County Commissioner John P. Daley and 11th Ward Ald. Nicole Lee, expressed opposition to the relocation, arguing for the modernization of the existing Rate Field. Conversely, 28th Ward Ald. Jason Ervin suggested the project could spur economic development in the area. The team will evaluate the findings of a multi-month study conducted by the developer before considering the site as a formal option alongside other locations.
- •The Railyards proposal features a riverfront stadium, housing, retail, and an outpatient care center.
- •Canal Edge shareholder Justin Ishbia has an agreement that includes an option to purchase the franchise after 2034.
- •Local officials in the 11th Ward oppose moving the team, advocating instead to modernize Rate Field.
- •The White Sox are currently evaluating the site's viability for a future ballpark project.
- 3:57 PMBlock Club Chicago — Future White Sox Owner Unveils Plans For South Loop Stadium As Part Of New 'Railyards' Development - Block Club Chicago
- 3:17 AMBleacher Report — White Sox Unveil Rendering Photos For Proposed New Stadium in Chicago's South Loop Neighborhood - Bleacher Report
- 2:45 AMYahoo Sports — 'The Railyards:' New renderings show proposal for riverfront Chicago White Sox stadium
- 3:07 PMSuntimes.com — New Sox Park? Future owner announces proposal for riverside stadium at 'The Railyards' - Chicago Sun-Times
"The stadium would sit alongside the Chicago River stretching from Roosevelt Road in the north to 18th Street in the south, and bordered with the river on its east side and Canal Street to its west. The company has the land under contract.
"The plans, which would require Amtrak to relocate its maintaince yard to Bridgeport, were blasted by leaders of the South Side neighborhood as a "betrayal" of the longtime home of the White Sox.
"A developer released a proposal for "The Railyards," which could potentially be home for a new riverfront stadium for the Chicago White Sox.
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External links- Block Club ChicagoSep 6, 2026, 3:57 PMFuture White Sox Owner Unveils Plans For South Loop Stadium As Part Of New 'Railyards' Development - Block Club Chicago
The plans, which would require Amtrak to relocate its maintaince yard to Bridgeport, were blasted by leaders of the South Side neighborhood as a "betrayal" of the longtime home of the White Sox.
- Bleacher ReportSep 6, 2026, 3:17 AMWhite Sox Unveil Rendering Photos For Proposed New Stadium in Chicago's South Loop Neighborhood - Bleacher Report
Chicago White Sox leaders have provided new details about a proposed plan to move the team to the city's riverfront.
- Yahoo SportsSep 6, 2026, 2:45 AM'The Railyards:' New renderings show proposal for riverfront Chicago White Sox stadium
A developer released a proposal for "The Railyards," which could potentially be home for a new riverfront stadium for the Chicago White Sox.
- Suntimes.comSep 5, 2026, 3:07 PMNew Sox Park? Future owner announces proposal for riverside stadium at 'The Railyards' - Chicago Sun-Times
The stadium would sit alongside the Chicago River stretching from Roosevelt Road in the north to 18th Street in the south, and bordered with the river on its east side and Canal Street to its west. The company has the land under contract.
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