White Sox Overhaul Coaching Staff After 3 Straight 100-Loss Seasons

In a major shakeup to their coaching staff, the Chicago White Sox have decided not to renew the contracts of several key members, including pitching coach Ethan Katz and hitting coach Marcus Thames. The announcement comes just over a month before the start of the 2025 MLB season.

Katz, who was hired in 2021 under former manager Tony LaRussa, had helped develop standout pitchers like Carlos Rodón and Garrett Crochet. Thames, meanwhile, was in his second season with the White Sox after previous stints with the Yankees, Marlins, and Angels.

The White Sox also parted ways with first base and outfield coach Jason Bourgeois, as well as catching coach Drew Butera. However, the team said offensive coordinator Grady Sizemore, who served as interim manager for the final 45 games of the 2024 season, will be offered a new role within the organization.

The coaching shakeup follows a dismal 2024 campaign for the White Sox, who finished last in the American League with a 60-102 record. It marked their third straight 100-loss season, a first in franchise history. The team is clearly looking to make significant changes in the hopes of turning things around and returning to contention in the AL Central.