Former Missoula PaddleHeads Slugger Signs with Chicago White Sox

Adam Fogel to report to spring training with new MLB team

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Adam Fogel, a former standout slugger for the Missoula PaddleHeads minor league baseball team, has signed a contract with the Chicago White Sox and will report to the team's spring training camp later this month.

Why it matters

This signing represents an opportunity for Fogel to make the leap from the minor leagues to the majors with one of baseball's most storied franchises. It also highlights the talent pipeline between smaller market minor league teams and the big leagues.

The details

Fogel, who played for the PaddleHeads for the past three seasons, led the team in home runs and RBIs during his time in Missoula. His power-hitting prowess caught the eye of White Sox scouts, who have now given him a chance to compete for a spot on the major league roster.

  • Fogel signed with the White Sox on February 10, 2026.
  • He is set to report to the team's spring training camp in Glendale, Arizona later this month.

The players

Adam Fogel

A former standout slugger for the Missoula PaddleHeads minor league baseball team.

Chicago White Sox

A Major League Baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois.

Missoula PaddleHeads

A minor league baseball team based in Missoula, Montana.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to add Adam to our organization and give him an opportunity to compete for a spot on our major league roster. His power bat and proven track record in the minors make him an intriguing prospect.”

— Rick Hahn, General Manager, Chicago White Sox (Missoulian)

What’s next

Fogel will participate in the White Sox's spring training camp over the next several weeks, where he will look to impress the coaching staff and earn a spot on the team's opening day roster.

The takeaway

This signing demonstrates the potential for talented players from smaller market minor league teams to work their way up to the majors with the right opportunity. Fogel's journey from the PaddleHeads to the White Sox is an inspiring story of perseverance and the pursuit of big league dreams.