Triple-A Assignment Confirmed for 2027
The Chicago White Sox have established their initial roster plan for top prospect Caleb Bonemer as the organization looks toward the 2027 minor league season. White Sox general manager Chris Getz stated that Bonemer will start next year at Triple-A, according to a report by James Fegan of the Chicago Sun-Times.
Bonemer, who is expected to make his Triple-A debut in early 2027, will begin his third season in the minors. The assignment marks a significant step for the 21-year-old infielder, who recently made his Double-A debut in mid-June of this year.
MLB Pipeline ranks Bonemer as the No. 27 overall prospect in baseball. His progression through the White Sox system has been tracked closely since he was selected in the second round of the 2024 MLB Draft out of high school.
Power Numbers Define 2026 Campaign
Bonemer’s path to Triple-A is built on a statistical surge during his 2026 season. In 132 games, the 21-year-old posted a .251 batting average, a .380 on-base percentage, and a .930 OPS. The power display was particularly notable, as he hit 37 home runs and recorded 92 RBIs.
That total of 37 home runs tied for the fifth-most by any minor leaguer in 2026. This output follows his initial professional season in 2025, where he appeared in 107 minor league games after being drafted out of high school. During that 2025 campaign, Bonemer hit .281 with 12 home runs and 64 RBIs.
Positional Flexibility Accelerates Timeline
While primarily playing shortstop and third base throughout his minor league career, Bonemer has begun expanding his defensive repertoire. He started working in the outfield toward the end of the Double-A season and continued that work during the Arizona Fall League.
It remains unclear if Bonemer will play the outfield for the Triple-A Charlotte Knights when he arrives in 2027. However, this versatility appears intended to accelerate his path to the majors, giving the White Sox more options as they evaluate his readiness for a potential promotion later in the season.