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No. 1, not just in our hearts: Will Venable and Chase Meidroth earn Sporting News honors

The Chicago White Sox achieved a historic turnaround in 2026, with Will Venable securing AL Manager of the Year honors after guiding the club to the postseason following three consecutive seasons of over 100 losses. Venable, the sixth manager in franchise history to receive this recognition, oversaw a 19-win improvement and maintained a division lead for 96 days despite a rocky 11-17 start.

Meanwhile, Chase Meidroth earned a spot on the AL All-Star team after a standout campaign at second base. The 25-year-old led his position in several offensive categories, including hits, runs, and total bases, while recording a 4.5 WAR that stands as the best for a White Sox second baseman since 1959.

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