White Sox’s Pedro Grifol names Dylan Cease Opening Day starter amid trade rumors

Chris Getz and the Chicago White Sox have been very vocal about crafting a new squad during the MLB offseason. A big name that has been included in trade talks is pitcher Dylan Cease. With spring training rapidly and Opening Day approaching, a lot of teams have reported interest in him but not a single deal has come close to completion. However, Pedro Grifol might know why and it could prompt some positive, albeit unsurprised, reactions.

Pedro Grifol was quick to claim that Dylan Cease is going to start for the White Sox come Opening Day, per Vinnie Duber of CHCGO Sports. The manager announced it during the White Sox’s local event appearance for a Boys & Girls Club.

It does look like Cease will stay in the White Sox system despite the rumors of a trade this MLB offseason. One reason for that could be the tall price that Chris Getz wants in return for his ace. Big names have been linked to these trades like the Baltimore Orioles, Boston Red Sox, and New York Mets. Teams that are also in the mix include the Los Angeles Angeles and San Diego Padres.

Among all of those previously mentioned teams, the Orioles look to be the most probable trade partner. Getz and Grifol are seeing an interesting player who goes by the name of Jordan Westburg. However, there is still some reluctance between both parties which means that no trade might happen between them anytime soon.

Why are the White Sox demanding a high price for Cease?