Declaring that White Sox pitching phenom Noah Schultz must PROVE himself in 2026 is a bit premature

MLB Pipeline says White Sox pitching phenom Noah Schultz has the most to prove in 2026 after a rough 2025 season in the minors. Is that placing sky-high expectations on a pitcher who was dominant in the minors in 2024 and battling injuries last season?

Host Todd Welter breaks down Schultz’s mechanics, injury struggles, and the challenges of pitching in Charlotte, questioning prospect evaluators who overlook the non-linear path of development.

The conversation widens as Welter compares the White Sox’s rebuild to the Bears, Blackhawks, and Cubs, spotlighting the need for a true franchise-altering draft pick and ownership committed to competitive payrolls. With Colson Montgomery, Hagen Smith, and upcoming draft targets like Rock Cholowsky, can the South Siders build a contender? Plus, Todd Welter shares his all-time favorite White Sox team, from Frank Thomas and Paul Konerko to Mark Buehrle and Chris Sale. Get the fan’s perspective on Chicago baseball’s past, present, and future.

0:00 – Schultz Prospect Expectations
Todd Welter discusses why the “must prove himself” narrative for top White Sox pitching prospect Noah Schultz is premature, breaks down recent MLB Pipeline commentary, and analyzes development concerns for Schultz and his fellow prospects.

10:40 – White Sox Organizational Growth
Todd Welter reacts to 670 The Score’s Marshall Harris’ statement about the Sox needing to “step up” like Chicago’s other major teams. He explores why the White Sox are behind in their rebuild compared to the Bears, Blackhawks, and Cubs, and outlines the organization’s challenges and potential paths forward.

20:13 – All-Time Favorite Sox Team
Todd Welter shares his personal all-time favorite White Sox club, inspired by MLB Network’s recent fan-favorite lineups, giving insight into both historic figures and current White Sox heroes that made his list.

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