Despite Tempting Arguments, Trading Davis Martin Would Be a Mistake For White Sox

After three consecutive 100-loss seasons, White Sox fans have grown accustomed to watching nearly every player with an ounce of value become bait at the trade deadline. But this season feels different, as Chicago’s rebuilding roster has begun showing legitimate signs of life.

At the center of it all has been the starting rotation, anchored by Davis Martin. The longest-tenured player on the White Sox roster is putting together the best stretch of his career, posting a 1.64 ERA across 44 innings...