March 17, 2026 | Camelback Ranch, Glendale, AZ | 2:05 PM CT | MLB Network, NBC Sports Chicago
The Chicago White Sox (63–99 last year) face the Sacramento Athletics (59–103) in spring training today, and this is our second matchup with them this spring. We lost 99 games. They lost 103—worst in baseball. Both teams are rebuilding disasters hoping prospects save them.
The Athletics—now in Sacramento after leaving Oakland—have Mason Miller throwing 102 mph and Zack Gelof trying to establish himself. We have Colson Montgomery trying to become our franchise cornerstone and Drew Thorpe trying to earn a rotation spot.
Both teams are terrible. Both are years away from competing. And both are hoping their young talent develops faster than expected.
For White Sox fans, this is just another spring evaluation against a team that’s somehow even worse than we are.
Where the White Sox Stand (Still Rebuilding)
2025 Record: 63–99
Ninety-nine losses. We’re rebuilding, and it’s going to take years. Colson Montgomery is supposed to save us. Drew Thorpe is supposed to anchor the rotation. Luis Robert Jr. is supposed to stay healthy.
Key Players:
- Luis Robert Jr. (CF): Elite talent when healthy—just needs to be healthy
- Colson Montgomery (SS): Our top prospect, the entire rebuild depends on him
- Erick Fedde (SP): Veteran arm who mentors young pitchers
Top Prospects:
- Bryan Ramos (3B): Power bat trying to prove he’s ready
- Drew Thorpe (RHP): Gets another start against the A’s
- Edgar Quero (C): Young catcher with offensive upside
Drew Thorpe gets another chance against Sacramento. We faced them earlier this spring. Can he build on that performance?
The Sacramento Athletics: Starting Over in a New City
2025 Record: 59–103 (Last Season in Oakland)
The Athletics lost 103 games—worst in baseball. They moved from Oakland to Sacramento. They’re rebuilding, hoping prospects develop, and trying to establish an identity in a new city.
Key Players:
- Zack Gelof (INF/OF): Versatile player with offensive potential
- Shea Langeliers (C): Defensive-minded catcher providing leadership
- Mason Miller (RHP): Throws 102 mph with elite strikeout stuff
Top Prospects:
- Tyler Soderstrom (C/1B): Bat-first prospect with power
- Darell Hernaiz (INF): Young infielder still developing
- Luis Morales (RHP): Pitching prospect in the system
The Athletics are the only team worse than us. They lost 103 games, moved cities, and are hoping their rebuild works out.
The Matchups That Matter Today
| Position | White Sox | Athletics |
|---|---|---|
| Shortstop | Colson Montgomery | Darell Hernaiz |
| Center Field | Luis Robert Jr. | Zack Gelof |
| Starting Pitcher | Drew Thorpe | Mason Miller |
Colson Montgomery vs Darell Hernaiz at Shortstop
Montgomery is our top prospect with higher upside. Hernaiz is still developing. Montgomery should have the edge in this matchup.
Luis Robert Jr. vs Zack Gelof
When healthy, Robert has way more talent. Gelof is versatile and productive for what the A’s have. Robert should dominate if he’s on the field.
Drew Thorpe vs Mason Miller on the Mound
Both throw hard with strikeout stuff. Miller has more raw velocity (102 mph). Thorpe has better command. Against weak lineups, both should look good.
What the White Sox Need to See Today
Drew Thorpe Builds on Earlier Performance
We faced the A’s earlier this spring. Thorpe should show improvement. Three or four quality innings against the worst team in baseball.
Colson Montgomery Keeps Progressing
Second matchup with Sacramento. Montgomery should dominate weaker competition and keep building toward Opening Day.
Luis Robert Jr. Stays Healthy
Just get through the game without injury. We’ve still got spring games left. Stay on the field.
Bryan Ramos Shows Power
Against the A’s weak pitching, show the power that makes scouts excited. This is the competition where prospects should shine.
Beat the Worst Team in Baseball
The Athletics lost 103 games. We should beat them. Build good habits and momentum.
What Sacramento Will Bring
Mason Miller will pump 102 mph fastballs and challenge our hitters. Zack Gelof might get his hits. But the Athletics are the worst team in baseball, and it’ll show.
They’re rebuilding in a new city, hoping prospects develop. Just like us. Except they’re even worse.
White Sox Fan Prediction: We Should Win This
Final Score: White Sox 5, Athletics 4
Drew Thorpe throws four solid innings, showing improvement from the first matchup. Mason Miller shows flashes of his 102 mph heat but gives up three runs.
Colson Montgomery goes 2-for-3 and continues his solid spring. Luis Robert Jr. crushes a solo homer (then exits as a precaution, naturally).
The Athletics show some fight—Tyler Soderstrom launches one, Zack Gelof gets his hits—but we’re the better bad team, and it shows.
One-run win against the worst team in baseball. We’ll take it.
Why This Game Matters (Kind Of)
It’s spring training between two of the worst teams in baseball. But seeing our prospects compete against another terrible team shows where we are.
Can Drew Thorpe build on his earlier performance? Will Colson Montgomery keep progressing? Can Luis Robert Jr. stay on the field?
The Athletics are the only team worse than us. If we can’t beat them in spring training, that’s concerning. But if we handle them, at least we’re not the absolute worst.
We’ve still got spring games left before Opening Day. Keep developing and building momentum.
Go Sox!!!
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