Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease has been named as the team's Opening Day starter, but his future with the team remains uncertain. With two years of team control left, the 28-year-old right-hander is drawing interest from other teams in need of starting pitching.
The White Sox, under rookie General Manager Chris Getz, are in a rebuilding phase after a challenging season. Cease, acquired in a trade with the Cubs in 2017, has been a durable presence in the rotation, making 32-plus starts in each of the last three seasons.
Despite a strong showing in spring training, there are reports of interest from teams like the defending World Series champion Rangers, the Yankees, and the Padres. The Rangers are looking to bolster their rotation depth, while the Yankees are monitoring their own pitching concerns, particularly with Gerrit Cole's health in question.
There is speculation that the White Sox may be open to trading Cease, especially if they can secure free agent right-hander Michael Lorenzen. Additionally, young pitcher Nick Nastrini is making a case for a spot in the big leagues, further complicating the team's decision-making process.
As the season approaches, the situation surrounding Cease is expected to be resolved soon, with multiple teams showing interest in acquiring the talented right-hander.
