The Chicago White Sox have declined the team option on Tim Anderson, while Mike Clevinger declined his player option. Jason Benetti accepted an offer from Detroit and left the South Side. Pedro Grifol is retained and completed his coaching staff hiring process. Cease rumors are heating up at the GM meetings. The crew looked at free agency and the trade market as the external outlook at the winter meetings.

5:30 Jason Benetti leaves the White Sox.

31:00 Dylan Cease rumors at the winter meetings.

42:00 Free agency and the trade market.

1:19:00 Gonzo's plan at a projected payroll.