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White Sox Land No. 1 Pick, Sign UCLA Star to Record Bonus

The UCLA shortstop's record bonus deal puts the White Sox at the center of local attention during a stretch of results across Chicago teams.

By Chicago Sport Desk · Published July 24, 2026

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The Chicago White Sox selected UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft and agreed to a record $1.1 million bonus deal above the previous record.

This selection stands out because the White Sox used their top slot to secure a player expected to anchor the infield for years ahead. The move arrives while other Chicago franchises post wins and losses that shape their summer narratives.

Bulls and Blackhawks post results at home venues

The Chicago Bulls won 120-115 against the Minnesota Timberwolves to extend their winning streak to three games and announced plans to honor Derrick Rose with a jersey retirement ceremony. The Chicago Blackhawks lost 3-2 to the Minnesota Wild in a shootout at the United Center, with Frank Nazar and Nick Foligno scoring for the Hawks. These outcomes at the United Center reflect steady activity for two winter-sport clubs during the off-season calendar.

Chicago Cubs outfielders Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker are top vote-getters for the 2026 National League in ongoing MLB All-Star Game balloting. The Chicago Sky lost 102-87 to the Los Angeles Sparks, marking their ninth loss in the last 12 games.

Next steps for Sky and draft follow-through

A Seattle Storm versus Chicago Sky game is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15 at Wintrust Arena. The White Sox will now integrate Cholowsky into their system while the rest of the local clubs prepare for their next scheduled contests at familiar downtown sites.

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