Despite a rebuild that’s entering its second season in 2018, the White Sox and Rick Hahn have not failed in getting the stove boiling in the offseason. This year, the fuel of the fire are the trade talks centered around Manny Machado. Of the teams interested, the White Sox seem to be the best fit given their deep farm system. However, the rumors have Southside fans asking, “Do we really need him?”
It’s a fair point, given that the Sox chances of contention in 2018 are not the greatest. However, despite Machado’s talent right now, he could end up being a crucial asset to the rebuild if acquired.