Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

White Sox Call Up Top Prospect Noah Schultz for MLB Debut

4/13/2026

25 6 Full Breakdown

Summary

Noah Schultz Debuts

Noah Schultz, the White Sox top pitching prospect, will debut in MLB against the Rays on April 14, 2026.
The 22-year-old left-hander was drafted 26th overall in 2022 and has a 1.29 ERA with 19 strikeouts in 14 Triple-A Charlotte innings.
His promotion follows a difficult 2025 season marred by injuries.
The move fills a rotation gap left by Shane Smith, who posted a 10.80 ERA.

Summary

Antonacci Promoted Offense

The Chicago White Sox promoted Sam Antonacci to address a 20-inning scoreless stretch and bolster the offense.
Antonacci is a 23-year-old infielder-turned-outfielder drafted in 2024, with a .979 OPS in Triple-A and two home runs in 12 games this season.
He also played in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, where he had limited success.
Antonacci's promotion reflects the White Sox's urgency to enhance their lineup.

History

Historical Context

The 2022 MLB Draft, held from July 17-19, marked a significant shift in team strategies, emphasizing youth development. The Chicago White Sox selected Noah Schultz 26th overall, reflecting a trend among teams like the Tampa Bay Rays to invest in promising talent. This focus on young players aims to address performance gaps and rebuild team dynamics for long-term success in Major League Baseball.

1 of 3

Noah Schultz Debuts

Noah Schultz, the White Sox top pitching prospect, will debut in MLB against the Rays on April 14, 2026.
The 22-year-old left-hander was drafted 26th overall in 2022 and has a 1.29 ERA with 19 strikeouts in 14 Triple-A Charlotte innings.
His promotion follows a difficult 2025 season marred by injuries.
The move fills a rotation gap left by Shane Smith, who posted a 10.80 ERA.

1 / 3