The White Sox made it official today: Seranthony Domínguez is on board with a two-year deal. The move had been reported about a week ago, but now it's signed, sealed, and announced. And while Domínguez brings some much-needed stability to the bullpen, this signing might be just the opening act in what could be a more aggressive offseason than we’re used to seeing from the South Siders.
Let’s be honest - the White Sox haven’t exactly had a reputation for big spending in recent years. So when they dealt Luis Robert Jr. to the Mets, the question wasn’t just why they made the move, but what they planned to do with the financial flexibility it created.
Domínguez appears to be the first answer. But if GM Chris Getz is to be believed, he’s just getting started.
Appearing on Chicago Sports Network, Getz gave fans a reason to keep their ears perked and their eyes on the transaction wire. “There are moves still to be made,” he said, noting that the club is active in both free agency and trade discussions. It’s the kind of comment that doesn’t always mean much in January - but in this case, it feels like more than just GM-speak.
Why? Because the White Sox are in a spot where a few smart moves could actually make a noticeable difference.
No one’s throwing around playoff predictions just yet, but pushing into the 70-75 win range? That’s not out of the question with the right reinforcements.
What stood out in Getz’s comments was his emphasis on trade talks. That could be a signal that the Sox are looking to deal from areas of depth.
One obvious area: young infielders. The organization has a few intriguing pieces there, and flipping one or two for help in the outfield or rotation would be a logical next step.
A trade with Boston, who have outfielders to spare, could be a match worth watching.
Another position where the White Sox are quietly stacked? Catcher.
Kyle Teel looks like the future behind the plate and is likely untouchable, but the Sox also have Edgar Quero, Korey Lee, and Drew Romo in the system. Quero, in particular, has the kind of upside that could draw attention in trade talks.
If the Sox decide to move him for an arm or an outfield bat, they’d still have capable coverage with Lee and Romo to back up Teel.
Of course, trades aren’t the only path forward. There’s still a surprising amount of talent left on the free-agent market, especially when it comes to starting pitching.
Names like Framber Valdez and Zac Gallen might be out of reach, but veterans like Lucas Giolito, Chris Bassitt, Max Scherzer, and Justin Verlander remain unsigned. That’s a group with plenty of mileage, sure, but also plenty of upside - especially for a team that can offer innings, opportunity, and the potential to be flipped to a contender at the trade deadline.
That last part is key. The White Sox might not be a playoff team in 2026, but they can offer something valuable to free agents: a chance to pitch, a chance to perform, and a chance to be moved to a contender midseason. For players looking to re-establish value or chase a ring later in the year, that’s not a bad pitch.
With pitchers and catchers set to report in under two weeks, the clock is ticking. But the White Sox have flexibility, roster spots to fill, and now - at least according to their GM - a willingness to make more moves. If Getz follows through, this could be a very different-looking team by the time they hit the field in Arizona.