Chicago White Sox Eye Trade Deadline Moves

The Chicago White Sox are likely to be buyers at the trade deadline, seeking to bolster their bullpen after a thrilling win over the Cleveland Guardians.

What's the priority for Chicago White Sox?

The White Sox need a proven closer, with Seranthony Dominguez blowing his fifth save in 17 opportunities and posting a 4.45 ERA.

The team has reliable late-inning arms in Bryan Hudson, Sean Newcomb, and Grant Taylor, but lacks depth beyond these three.

Who are the top trade targets?

Aroldis Chapman is the top reliever available, with a 2.08 ERA and 14 saves in 15 opportunities for the Boston Red Sox.

Garrett Whitlock, Riley O'Brien, A.J. Minter, Brooks Raley, and Kenley Jansen are other potential targets with late-inning experience.

What are the internal options?

Pitching prospects Tanner McDougal, Hagen Smith, and Mason Adams could provide a boost in relief, having developed as starters.

David Sandlin has also made a brief appearance, and could be an option for the second half.

The White Sox have accomplished a remarkable turnaround, going from three straight 100-loss seasons to contending for the American League Central title.

Colson Montgomery urged people to take the team seriously, saying "You should stop thinking of us as a surprise."

The team's bullpen issues resurfaced in the win over the Guardians, with the White Sox holding the lead twice but needing Sam Antonacci's heroics to secure the win.