On 10/13/2026 at 11:34 AM, Y2Jimmy0 said:

I would prioritize signing Michael King and rekindle trade talks for Reid Detmers.

BINGO.

I know there is no perfect free agent pitcher this year sans Skubal, but is anyone concerned that King's K rate dropped quite a bit this past year? All his expected and fielding independent numbers point to him being a 4+ ERA pitcher the past 2 seasons, almost a full run higher than his ERA during this time. When you're paying for a pitcher, you're paying him for what he might produce, not what he's produced before. None of his underlying metrics suggest that he will continue to be the low 3 ERA pitcher he's been. I doubt Jerry will pony up the $120+ million he might get over 5 years anyway, but just food for thought.

On 10/13/2026 at 1:34 PM, Y2Jimmy0 said:

I would prioritize signing Michael King and rekindle trade talks for Reid Detmers.

Been beating the King drum for a while. Not a lot of innings on that arm either. And 31 so not like he’s going to sign a crazy like 7+ year deal. Also was previously offered QO so can’t be offered again.

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I know I'm a broken record, but the Sox simply don't draft and develop near well enough to regenerate the young players that will be required for these pitchers like Detmers. I could see it if there were 4 years of control, but. not 2.

29 minutes ago, GreenSox said:

I know I'm a broken record, but the Sox simply don't draft and develop near well enough to regenerate the young players that will be required for these pitchers like Detmers. I could see it if there were 4 years of control, but. not 2.

Start spending money in free agency instead of constantly dumping the young talent in the system for other teams to benefit. For once, let the Sox draft talent, and let the Sox put it on the field instead of shipping it out. If there’s extra laying around, different story. Why are we always trying to do this? Be NORMAL!

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On 10/13/2026 at 1:39 PM, fathom said:

I just can’t imagine how much Detmers will cost now. Angels played that perfectly. Bonemer plus for him would be the cost.

The Angels wanted Bonemer at the deadline and that was a non-starter. I think it might be a new GM in Anaheim though.

On 10/13/2026 at 2:03 PM, HoosierSox said:

Reid Detmers for one of Montgomery's. Who says no?

I'd probably include Braden Montgomery

20 hours ago, Chicago White Sox said:

I don’t think they plan to. I think Taylor remains their closer for the foreseeable future. I also think Hagen gets at least one more year in the bullpen before they decide his fate.

I know that Taylor and his representatives want the opportunity to start. I don't know how long it'll be harmonious if this is the role.