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White Sox Secure No. 1 Pick in 2026 MLB Draft

12/11/2025

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The Chicago White Sox won the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft via the lottery after a 102-loss season.
They entered the lottery with a 27.73% chance to win top pick, their first selection since 1977.
General manager Chris Getz emphasized the top pick's rebuilding potential and highlighted the draft class led by UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky.
The draft takes place on July 11, 2026, in Philadelphia.

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The Chicago White Sox won the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft via the lottery after a 102-loss season.
They entered the lottery with a 27.73% chance to win top pick, their first selection since 1977.
General manager Chris Getz emphasized the top pick's rebuilding potential and highlighted the draft class led by UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky.
The draft takes place on July 11, 2026, in Philadelphia.