White Sox Make Surprising Roster Cuts Ahead Of Opening Day
The White Sox had some very interesting names in camp this year as non-roster invitees, as there were a few spots up for grabs on the roster. But, unlike most years, the roster was mainly set, making this a more competitive Spring Training than usual.
One of the more interesting non-roster invitees was Jarred Kelenic, as he was a former first round pick and a consensus top-5 prospect in all of baseball. Additionally, there were some other interesting players in camp, including former successful major league players like LaMonte Wade Jr.
Unfortunately, there are only 26 roster spots, so not every player can make the roster. Even with a good Spring Training performance, it may not be enough for some of these guys to make the team. That could be said for a few of the more recent cuts, as the White Sox have started trimming down their roster.
According to the White Sox, they have released pitchers Austin Voth, Lucas Sims, Ryan Borucki, and infielder LaMonte Wade Jr.
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) March 20, 2026
This is surprising, as some of those guys had a very good spring. Over the past few years, that would be good enough to make the roster. Now, it is a bit harder, as the White Sox prospects are starting to earn their spots in Chicago.
Borucki had one of the better performances on the pitching side, as he threw six scoreless innings. He struck out eight batters, giving up three hits, while walking just one. This is about as good as you can pitch in Spring Training. Unfortunately for the hometown kid, the White Sox had other plans.
Ryan Borucki strikes out the first batter he sees, Colt Emerson. pic.twitter.com/Ge5A5QsqQH
— FutureSox (@FutureSox) March 7, 2026
But, according to Robert Murray, Borucki has now found himself a new home, as he has agreed to a major league deal with the San Fransisco Giants.
On the hitting side, LaMonte Wade Jr. had himself a nice spring, as he hit .289 over 15 games, adding three homeruns, nine RBIs, and two stolen bases. Wade also walked nine times compared to just 10 strikeouts.
LaMonte Wade Jr. – Chicago White Sox (3)* pic.twitter.com/mEzwar5PUu
— MLB HR Videos (@MLBHRVideos) March 20, 2026
This was a very impressive spring for Wade Jr., but with the White Sox having a crowded infield, it was an uphill climb to make the roster. However, with the injury to Kyle Teel, I would have thought that there may have been a spot on the Opening Day roster for Wade Jr.
If I were the White Sox, I would have tried to keep both Borucki and Wade Jr., as they played their way onto the team. It is clear that Borucki is a major leaguer, as he was signed very quickly to a major league deal after being released from the Sox. Hopefully Wade Jr. remains in the White Sox organization, but if not, we wish both the best of luck.