White Sox feature three All-Stars and lead AL Central at break
CBS MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 5:32 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026

The Chicago White Sox, featuring All-Stars Munetaka Murakami, Miguel Vargas, and Tristan Peters, lead the AL Central as the All-Star break approaches. This marks the first time since 2021 that the team has three representatives after a challenging season. The White Sox aim to build on their current success following a significant rebuild after losing a record 121 games in 2024. Murakami, recently back from an injury, has hit 20 home runs, while Vargas has emerged as a top third baseman. Peters, a rookie, has contributed significantly with a.301 batting average and was the ninth player in franchise history to hit for the cycle. They are expected to be active in the trade market as the deadline approaches.
- •White Sox sit in first place in the AL Central at the All-Star break.
- •Murakami, Vargas, and Peters represent the team at the All-Star Game.
- •Vargas has 21 home runs and is hitting.245/.355/.493 this season.
- •Peters boasts a.301 average and recently hit for the cycle.
- •The team looks to add players ahead of the trade deadline.
- 5:32 PMCBS MLB — The rebuilt White Sox arrive at the break with three All-Stars and in first place -- but they're not done yet
"The White Sox have three All-Stars for the first time since 2021, the year of their last playoff appearance
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