The Jose Abreu Dilemma originally appeared on NBC Sports Chicago
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Prior to the 2022 season, White Sox first baseman José Abreu was uncharacteristically ambivalent when asked about his plans for 2023 and beyond.
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Abreu, now in his age 35 season, has had a very successful nine-year run in Chicago with accolades that include the 2014 AL Rookie of the Year award, 2020 AL MVP award, multiple Silver Slugger awards, multiple all-star appearances, and league-wide respect as one of the game's best hitters and leaders.
The glaring omission from Abreu's career highlights is playoff success.
Given the underwhelming season to date for the White Sox and Abreu's uncertain future, the odds of him enjoying playoff victories for the 2022 White Sox are lowering weekly. For a player as respected and committed to winning as Abreu, this presents a quandary that neither he nor the White Sox may want to admit exists.
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