White Sox 2026 Draft Tracker: Outfielders and Power Bats Targeted
Chicago's 2026 draft class leans heavily on outfield and power, with the signing deadline set for July 22.
The White Sox used their 2026 MLB Draft picks to target outfielders and power hitters. The signing deadline for all picks is July 22, and the team is expected to sign at least 20 of their selections. Chicago must manage spending within their bonus pool, with a maximum 5% overage allowed before stiff penalties, including loss of future draft picks, are imposed.
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