How Chicago White Sox are impacted by new MLB salary cap and floor

The Chicago White Sox face a potential upheaval in payroll under MLB’s proposed 2027 salary cap and floor, a framework that could reshape their offseason. The club sits at 28-27 in 2026, 1.5 games ahead for a wild-card spot, with Munetaka Murakami emerging as a star and Davis Martin drawing Cy Young buzz. The proposal would set a floor of $171.2 million and a ceiling of $245.3 million, including player benefits. The White Sox’ current payroll sits around $110.3 million, roughly $61.1 million below the floor, implying a significant offseason spend. If they pursue targets like Tarik Skubal and extend Murakami, they could hit the floor quickly, though the plan is still a negotiation starting point for 2027.