The Chicago White Sox have fired manager Pedro Grifol and have brought in Grady Sizemore as the interim skipper. The move came on Thursday’s off-day, prior to their game against the Chicago Cubs at Guaranteed Rate Field on Friday. The team has announced that a search for a new manager is underway. The White Sox will find a full-time replacement after the conclusion of the 2024 season.
Tough Year for the White Sox
The decision to part ways with Pedro Grifol comes after the White Sox’ posted a dismal record of 28–89 thus far. Grifol finishes his first career managerial stint with an 89–190 record. “As we all recognize, our team’s performance this season has been disappointing on many levels,” said White Sox senior vice president/general manager Chris Getz. “Despite the on-field struggles and lack of success, we appreciate the effort and professionalism Pedro and the staff brought to the ballpark every day. These two seasons have been very challenging. Unfortunately, the results were not there, and a change is necessary.”
Big Shoes to Fill
In 2022, Pedro Grifol was given the task of replacing Miguel Cairo. Cairo had replaced Hall of Famer Tony La Russa, who was dealing with health issues. Grifol previously had a long track record as the bench coach for the division-rival Kansas City Royals. He’d been a part of several managerial searches prior to landing the job with the White Sox. The expectation was that he’d bring a fresh, younger voice to the club.
He brought a new perspective, but it’s fair to say things didn’t work out at all as planned. The White Sox finished with a 93–69 in 2021 and a .500 finish in 2022. Their goal in 2023 was to compete for the AL Central title. Instead, by midseason the team’s results had been so miserable that GM Rick Hahn and executive vice president Ken Williams were both fired. Their next manager will certainly have their work cut out for them.
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