White Sox are finding out what Mariners already knew about Jarred Kelenic

Feb 17, 2026; Glendale, AZ, USA; Chicago White Sox outfielder Jarred Kelenic poses for a portrait during photo day at Camelback Ranch. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesWhen it comes to the most polarizing (or just outright hated) player in Seattle Mariners history, a lot of fans will point towards Alex Rodríguez, and understandably so. In this century, we'd also like to give 'honorable' mentions to the likes of Chone Figgins and Erik Bedard, but also believe Jarred Kelenic is worthy of a place on the list.

We're talking about a player who at one point was the Mariners' No. 1 prospect (yes, even ahead of Julio Rodríguez) and No. 4 in all of…