3 moves for the Chicago White Sox this offseason

Oct 12, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) reacts after a play against the Houston Astros during the eighth inning in game four of the 2021 ALDS at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 12, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel (46) reacts after a play against the Houston Astros during the eighth inning in game four of the 2021 ALDS at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-USA TODAY Sports /
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Find a viable fourth outfielder

The Chicago White Sox offense was hammered by injuries, particularly in the outfield.

Eloy Jimenez and Luis Robert combined to appear in 123 games in 2021 due to severe injuries. While Andrew Vaughn proved to be solid in left, the White Sox were also forced to give the likes of Billy Hamilton more time than they ever should have received on a contending team.

In theory, that trio should be the White Sox starting outfield next year, providing plenty of pop. As that trio are all young, they should be the long term answers as well. However, that does not mean that the White Sox do not need help in the outfield. A fourth outfield, particularly one that is capable of playing center, would be a major boost.

Fortunately, there are plenty of options that the White Sox can choose from. A veteran option such as Kevin Pillar or Mike Tauchman may not be exciting, but they would serve in that fourth outfielder role well while being able to play all three positions. This is not an area where they need to make a splash, but it is still a need on the roster.

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The Chicago White Sox need to find a competent fourth outfielder that is capable of playing center. At least there are several cost effective options out there.