When the White Sox drafted infielder Jacob Gonzalez in the first round of the 2023 MLB draft, many envisioned a future middle infield mainstay on the south side. Gonzalez, once considered a top five player in the draft class, fell to the White Sox at 15, and the club made him the choice despite questions about his bat translating to the pros. A left-handed college bat from the University of Mississippi, Gonzalez was viewed as a fast-moving prospect who could reach the big leagues in minimal time, but he’s yet to put it together in the minor leagues.
Former White Sox first-round pick could be facing final stand with team in 2026