A convention is about doing business, networking, sitting in seminars. That was last weekend, hosted by the Cubs. A fest is a party, a place to have a great time. So what exactly is there to

White Sox general manager Chris Getz mentioned the talent in the pipeline and insisted better days are coming. He just has one message for Chicago’s frustrated fans: Be patient. Considering the White Sox set a modern major league record for losses last season,

Venable and White Sox General Manager Chris Getz held a pre-Sox Fest pow-wow Thursday afternoon, before the festivities officially kick off on Friday.

The White Sox have a goal to win games, just like Major League Baseball’s other 29 teams. Coming off a 121-loss season, though, their success in 2025 ultimately might not be measured in finishing .500 or even winning 70-to-75 times.