A White Sox starting pitcher has not thrown more than five innings since Aug. 2, indicating a significant struggle for the starting rotation. The bullpen has been under increased strain due to the starters' inefficiencies.
The Kings signed six players on Day 1 of free agency, focusing on filling their critical roster holes, but did not secure a top-tier forward or defenseman.
Vinny Capra first joined the White Sox on May 15 as a waiver claim from the Milwaukee Brewers. He had played his way onto the Brewers Opening Day roster with a monster Spring Training, but he got dominated by big league pitching during the regular season.