Angels extended GM search could complicate White Sox pre-lockout trade plans

With only about three weeks remaining until the MLB owners are expected to lock out the players after the expiration of the current CBA, it feels like the calm before the storm. During the 2021-2022 offseason, the last time MLB had a lockout, a massive influx of activity took place in the days leading up to the lockout. That hasn’t happened just yet, but many surveyed expect it to be similar this winter. One name in popular demand at the trade deadline who could be on the move this winter is Angels lefty Reid Detmers. The White Sox, in particular, were tied to Detmers heavily in deadline rumors and could revisit interest this offseason. Unfortunately, it sounds like those plans may be on hold until the Angels move forward with their extended GM search process.

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