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Mike Shirley has resigned from his position as the Chicago White Sox amateur scouting director. The departure was reported by the Chicago Sun-Times on September 12, 2026. No specific reasons for the resignation were provided in the available reporting.
The White Sox surprised many by selecting left-handed pitcher Hagen Smith with the fifth overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, despite limited pre-draft interactions. Scouting director Mike Shirley emphasized the strategic and financial considerations behind the pick, comparing Smith to elite pitchers like Chris Sale. The draft also saw the White Sox focusing on midwestern talent and addressing the challenges posed by NIL money and the transfer portal in college baseball.