White Sox Name Matt Roffe Amateur Scouting Director
The Chicago club hired the 30-year-old Brewers assistant director of domestic scouting to replace Mike Shirley, who resigned in September.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Baseball
The Chicago White Sox named Matt Roffe director of amateur scouting, replacing Mike Shirley, who resigned in September. The club also signed right-hander Alec Marsh to a minor league deal with an invite to spring training.
Why it matters
The hire fits general manager Chris Getz's September comments about reimagining the draft process. Roffe's experience with Milwaukee's draft and player development processes is expected to be valuable as the club grows its approach.
Marsh, 28, was a second-round Royals pick who posted a 4.53 ERA over 129 innings across 26 appearances (25 starts) in 2024, but he has been sidelined by shoulder impingement for the past two years. Whether he can return to that level remains unresolved.
The players
Matt Roffe
Matt Roffe is a 30-year-old baseball executive who previously served as assistant director of domestic scouting for the Milwaukee Brewers.
Chris Getz
Chris Getz is the general manager of the Chicago White Sox, who spoke in September about reimagining the draft process.
Alec Marsh
Alec Marsh is a 28-year-old right-hander who was a second-round pick of the Kansas City Royals and has been sidelined by shoulder impingement for two years.
The details
Roffe spent two seasons with the Diamondbacks in professional scouting and held internship years with the Padres and Brewers before his most recent role as assistant director of domestic scouting for Milwaukee. The White Sox kept the traditional title of director of amateur scouting for the position.
Timeline
September: Mike Shirley resigned as director of amateur scouting.
Last week: News of Roffe's hire first broke before the official announcement.
November 5, 2026: The White Sox officially announced Roffe's hire and Marsh's signing.
Season Trajectory
The hire fits general manager Chris Getz's September comments about reimagining the draft process, as the White Sox look to rebuild their amateur scouting operation after Mike Shirley's departure. The club led the American League in runs scored this past season, and four of its players were named Silver Slugger finalists, suggesting the organization is building on offensive strength.
Marsh's return from two years of shoulder impingement would determine whether he can contribute on the mound in 2027. Fantasy managers tracking the White Sox pitching staff should note his minor league status until he earns a roster spot.
The takeaway
Front office changes like this one often take time to show up on the field, so readers following the White Sox should watch the draft results over the next few seasons rather than judging the hire by its first announcement. Roffe's Milwaukee background will matter most when the club's draft board is tested.
Further reading
For more on the club's front office moves, see Baseball coverage across the Chicago market.
