White Sox make another baffling trade decision that won’t surprise fans amid Star’s trade rumors and failed deal.
Karnisovas acknowledged fans’ desire for a clear direction, stating that the team is still shaping its path. “We’re not done yet,” he said. “There’s more to come as we navigate this transition. We got through the trade deadline, and now we’ll continue building the team’s future through the rest of the season, the draft, and free agency. That’s where we stand right now.”
Regardless of how the plan unfolds, Donovan appears to remain part of the Bulls’ long-term vision.
“Donovan is well-regarded by the front office and ownership,” Cowley reported. “The organization is particularly impressed with how he drastically adjusted the offensive approach in just one season, as well as the strong relationships he has built within the locker room.”
During his tenure with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Donovan led the team to the playoffs in all five seasons. However, since taking over in Chicago in 2020, he has reached the postseason only once.
While Donovan achieved remarkable success at the University of Florida, winning back-to-back NCAA championships in 2006 and 2007, he has yet to replicate that level of dominance in the NBA.
White Sox Add Veteran Slugger Joey Gallo on Minor League Deal
The Chicago White Sox have signed two-time Gold Glove winner Joey Gallo to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, the team announced Thursday. Gallo, who played 76 games for the Washington Nationals last season, posted a .161/.277/.336 slash line with 10 home runs.
A former first-round pick by the Texas Rangers, Gallo established himself as one of MLB’s top power hitters, recording two 40-homer seasons. He made his debut in 2015, driving in four runs and hitting a home run in his first career game, becoming the first Ranger to achieve four RBI in an MLB debut. In 2019, he hit his 100th career home run faster than any player in American League history, reaching the milestone in just 377 games. That same year, he earned his first All-Star selection.
Joey Gallo’s Journey: From Power Threat to Defensive Standout
Gallo secured his first Gold Glove in 2020 after posting a perfect fielding percentage in right field during the shortened season. He made his second All-Star appearance in 2021 and competed in the Home Run Derby before being traded to the New York Yankees. While he hit 145 home runs over seven seasons in Texas, his offensive production dipped significantly after arriving in New York. He hit a career-low .159/.282/.339 in 2022 before being dealt to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Over the past two seasons, Gallo has split time between the Minnesota Twins and Nationals.
Despite his struggles with contact, Gallo remains a patient hitter with exceptional power. The 31-year-old owns a 14.6% career walk rate, nearly double the league average (8.4%). He has twice ranked in the top 10 in AL walks and sits 38th among active players with 497 career walks. While his 38% career strikeout rate is high, he has averaged 13.8 at-bats per home run, ranking him second among active players and sixth all-time.
Gallo’s Potential Role with the White Sox
Though best known for his work in the outfield, Gallo has also played first and third base throughout his career. He has been among the top defensive outfielders in the majors and recorded a perfect fielding percentage at first base in back-to-back seasons. If he can rediscover his All-Star form, Gallo could be a valuable low-risk, high-reward addition for Chicago.
