White Sox Fire Manager Pedro Grifol

The Chicago White Sox have announced the firing of manager Pedro Grifol following a dismal season that has seen the team record the worst performance in Major League Baseball, with a current record of 28-89. Grifol's tenure, which began two seasons ago, resulted in an overall record of 89-190, marking a significant struggle for the franchise. The decision comes after the team recently ended a 21-game losing streak with a victory over the Oakland Athletics, only to lose again in their subsequent game. General manager Chris Getz expressed the organization's disappointment in the team's performance, stating, "These two seasons have been very challenging. Unfortunately, the results were not there, and a change is necessary as we look to our future." Getz acknowledged the effort and professionalism Grifol and his staff brought to the team, but emphasized the need for a new direction to revitalize the franchise. Currently, the White Sox sit at the bottom of the American League Central, trailing the division-leading Cleveland Guardians by 40.5 games. Their .239 winning percentage is historically low, surpassing only the infamous 1962 New York Mets and the 2003 Detroit Tigers for the worst records in MLB history. Grifol's first season as a manager ended with a 61-101 record, following a background as an assistant hitting coach and bench coach with the Kansas City Royals. As the White Sox look to rebuild, the franchise faces the challenge of restoring competitiveness and energy within the team.