Projecting the White Sox’s 25-man roster

The veteran will look to build off a late-season surge after making an adjustment to his arm angle. At 36, Shields serves as a mentor to young Sox pitchers. hurlers.

The 6-foot-6 right-hander isn’t afraid to throw the ball up in the zone and is a potential future ace.

The right-hander impressed during his five starts down the stretch in ’17, going 3-1 with a 3.86 ERA. Fulmer needs to improve his command.

Returned to the Sox via a trade with the Rangers in early January and will serve as an innings-eater early on and possible trade asset as the season progresses.

The left-hander will likely begin the season on the disabled list after undergoing surgery on his pitching shoulder in October.

The hope is that Jones will be ready for spring training after recovering from nerve repositioning surgery in his right elbow.

Also a candidate to close games, Minaya posted nine saves in 2017.

The right-hander was effective in 52 appearances, compiling a 2-1 record with a 3.13 ERA.

The right-hander had control issues during ’17 but is a veteran who can provide some stability in the bullpen.

The left-hander recorded seven holds in 30 appearances for the Sox last season. Might need to hold off Jace Fry for a roster spot.

The left-hander ranks among major-league relief leaders since 2012 in inherited runners scored percentage (seventh at 21.3).

The flamethrowing right-hander acquired from the Mariners can win a job with a big spring training.

The veteran signed a two-year, $15 million free-agent contract and will step into the starting catching spot.

The 29-year-old will battle it out with Omar Narvaez for the backup role.

While the power hitter (28 home runs in ’17) can play third and first, he appears destined to be the Sox’s designated hitter.

Flashed tremendous potential after being called up July 19 and will be the Sox’s everyday second baseman.

Had a roller-coaster season in ’17 but is entrenched at shortstop and is poised for a big season.

The 30-year-old slugging first baseman is one of the American League’s top hitters and is a force in the middle of the lineup.

The switch hitter had a career-high 12 homers and 59 RBIs and will likely be the starting third baseman.

Injury-filled season limited the veteran to 79 games. A roster spot is not guaranteed.

One of the best defensive center fielders in the American League needs to improve at the plate after posting a .166 average.

Projected to be the starting left fielder, 25-year-old provides needed punch from the left side of the plate.

The first-time All-Star in 2017 appears to be coming into his own and will be a big bat in the lineup.

The ability to play multiple positions makes the switch hitter an important piece of the puzzle.