White Sox defense faces scrutiny amid ongoing MLB season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:26 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026

The Chicago White Sox's defense has shown improvement compared to recent years, with notable performances from pitchers ranking third in the majors at +7 Defensive Runs Saved (DRS). However, the team's catchers are struggling significantly, sitting at -10 DRS, the second worst in MLB, largely due to a high number of wild pitches allowed. Infield positions have shown mixed results, with first base near average but shortstop Colson Montgomery recording the lowest DRS among qualified players. The team's overall defensive metrics present a divided picture as they continue their season.
- •Pitchers rank third in MLB for fielding at +7 DRS.
- •Catchers have allowed 60 wild pitches, ranking 29th in DRS.
- •Infielders are slightly below average with various DRS rankings.
- •Colson Montgomery has the lowest DRS among MLB shortstops.
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