White Sox Reshape Pitching Staff with Minor League Moves, AFL Assignments

The Chicago White Sox have made several roster moves and development decisions to bolster their pitching staff. Jonathan Cannon was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte after struggling with a 5.34 ERA and 18 earned runs in his last three starts, with the team aiming to help him regain confidence and refine his approach. Rookie right-hander Wikelman Gonzalez was recalled from Charlotte to replace Cannon, having performed well with three scoreless relief innings in recent games. Additionally, top left-handed pitching prospects Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith will continue their development in the Arizona Fall League after the minor league season, as both have dealt with injuries and inconsistencies this year. Schultz has struggled with an 11.91 ERA at Triple-A due to knee discomfort, while Smith has faced elbow soreness and a mechanics reset; their Fall League participation is seen as crucial for their progression and potential future roles in the White Sox rotation. These moves reflect the organization's focus on strengthening its pitching depth through both immediate roster adjustments and long-term prospect development.