The Chicago White Sox are going through a rebuilding period. The organization is cutting its payroll and at the same time is trying to build its poor farm system. In the offseason the team lost Mark Buehrle, Carlos Quentin and Sergio Santos among others. Kosuke Fukudome is the only addition expected to make any sort of impact in 2012 and he’s slated for reserve outfielder duty. The club dropped its payroll by over $20 million. The result of the White Sox moves will be a weaker team and a lower finish in the standings. Since realignment in 1994 Chicago has never finished in last place in the American League Central and has only finished in 4th place one time. It wouldn’t be a surprise if this team ended up in 4th or even last place this season. Continue reading →