Garrett Crochet's Trade Rumors Heat Up Amid White Sox Rebuild

White Sox lefty Garrett Crochet has been a hot topic in trade rumors since last May or June. Although the team held onto him through the trade deadline, he's one of their two major trading chips, alongside center fielder Luis Robert, amid a massive rebuild. But is Crochet guaranteed to be moved this time around? Apparently not.


"There are some teams that are more sincere (aggressive) than others," White Sox general manager Chris Getz said on Monday, as reported by ESPN. "We're still kind of learning. Those conversations will be ongoing. While we're here, we're going to do the best we can for the White Sox, and if that means we make a move, we make a move. But it's OK if we don't."


Crochet, 25, had a 6-12 record with a 3.58 ERA (115 ERA+) and a 1.07 WHIP, racking up 209 strikeouts over 146 innings last season. It was his first full season as a starter in the majors, posting a 3.02 ERA in the first half before his workload was adjusted in the second half. He's under team control through 2026.


As the White Sox navigate their rebuilding efforts, Crochet's potential trade remains uncertain, with the team's primary goal being to make the best decisions for their long-term success.