Bold opening: A fresh wave of rookies is poised to redefine the South Side in 2026.
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Spring Training is just beginning, but the White Sox have hit the ground running in Cactus League action. A .500 record would command respect here, especially given the optimism surrounding this team.
The fate of the 2026 White Sox sits largely on the performance of their 2025 rookie group—Colson Montgomery, Edgar Quero, Kyle Teel, and Chase Meidroth. Yet there’s another tier of talent brewing just beneath the surface. In this spring, two players in particular have drawn attention: second baseman Sam Antonacci and outfielder Braden Montgomery, both eager to show they can contribute at the major league level on the South Side.
This week’s question for fans: which rookie are you most excited to see make their Chicago debut in 2026?
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