As the MLB trade deadline looms, the Chicago White Sox have been actively assessing potential trade partners, according to a report by The Athletic's MLB trade deadline reporting team. The team has reportedly dispatched their "top scouts" to evaluate the farm systems of the Los Angeles Dodgers, Seattle Mariners, and San Diego Padres.

The White Sox's scouting efforts reveal valuable insight into their approach for the upcoming trade deadline. If they rely heavily on field scouts, it suggests that they are seeking prospects with significant talent and potential. The Padres, Dodgers, and Mariners are noted to possess a wealth of players boasting these attributes, making them likely targets for the White Sox.

While these three teams have displayed interest in multiple White Sox players, other teams have also initiated trade talks with General Manager Chris Getz. The White Sox potentially possess some high-profile players who could command considerable attention in the trade market. Among them are starting pitcher Garrett Crochet and center fielder Luis Robert Jr.

Crochet has been a revelation for the White Sox in his debut season as a starter in the majors. Boasting an impressive 3.05 ERA, a 0.943 WHIP, and a league-leading 130 strikeouts, he is expected to ignite a bidding war in a market that lacks top-end starting pitching talent. If made available by the White Sox, Crochet is certain to attract significant interest from various teams.

In contrast, Robert Jr. has faced challenges since returning from a hip flexor strain that kept him sidelined for 53 games. Since rejoining the lineup on June 4, Robert Jr.'s performance has been lackluster, with a slash line of .191/.301/.476, along with five home runs, seven RBI, and two stolen bases. He has also struggled with 25 strikeouts compared to only 10 walks.

According to The Athletic's reporting team, teams might need to see more from Robert Jr. before meeting the White Sox's demands for a player who recorded 38 home runs and 20 stolen bases last season. Notably, Robert Jr. is owed the remaining balance of his $12.5 million salary in 2024 and $15 million in 2025. His contract also includes $20 million club options for both the 2026 and 2027 seasons.

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the White Sox's proactive scouting efforts indicate their determination to explore all available options. With coveted players like Crochet and Robert Jr. on their roster, fans and analysts eagerly await how the team will navigate the trade market and potentially shape their future success.