The way-too-early projected White Sox lineup for 2026

Sep 19, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox second baseman Chase Meidroth (10) and shortstop Colson Montgomery (12) celebrate team's win against the San Diego Padres at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images | Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn ImagesAs the calendar flips from 2025 to 2026, the countdown to spring training is on. Just six weeks remain until MLB players head to Arizona and Florida to begin preparation for the 2026 season. In the meantime, all 30 front offices remain in pursuit of deals that they feel benefit their team in both the short and long term. The White Sox have made a handful of substantial additions already, adding Munetaka Murakami, Anthony Kay, and Sean Newcomb to an already-improved roster. With several needs to fill and many players available, the White Sox 26-man roster is likely far from set, but let’s take a look at what the lineup could look like if the season started today:

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