After Chris Getz’s early comments made it sound like the Chicago White Sox were gearing up for another passive offseason, the GM Meetings in Las Vegas have delivered a far more encouraging update about the organization’s approach.

The White Sox clearly understand they have a hole at first base — and they’re already talking to agents to address it.

670 The Score’s Bruce Levine appeared on the station Thursday morning after a one-on-one conversation with Getz in Las Vegas. Getz told reporters this week that the White Sox are looking to add depth at the corners and that a left-handed bat is a priority.

According to Levine’s sources, the White Sox have already had conversations with the agents for free-agent first baseman Ryan O’Hearn.

Levine added that the White Sox are expected to stick to one- and two-year deals this winter, with the organization wanting to give its young core more runway in 2026. That said, first base was a glaring weakness last season, and the Sox know they need a reliable, experienced option.

O’Hearn checks that box. He made his first career All-Star team in 2025 with the Baltimore Orioles before being traded to the San Diego Padres at the deadline. His 17 home runs were a career high, and he’s posted a .788 OPS over the last three seasons — steady, reliable production for a player who has quietly reinvented himself. His .366 on-base percentage would slot in perfectly in a lineup that desperately needs more traffic on the bases.

O’Hearn also fits defensively. He’s a natural first baseman but has experience at DH and both corner-outfield spots. With Andrew Benintendi’s role uncertain — he might be more of a DH than a left fielder in 2026 — and Mike Tauchman no longer moving the way he used to, O’Hearn’s versatility makes even more sense.

Sam Phalen (@Sam_Phalen) on X Have seen some mixed reactions to #WhiteSox and Ryan O’Hearn, but that’s a pretty ideal target for me. Lefty. 1B/OF flexibility is great given Benintendi’s declining defense. Consistent offense. Good walk rate. 1-2 year deal. $$$

Let's not forget that O'Hearn revived his career once he landed in Baltimore and started working with Ryan Fuller, who is currently the director of hitting for the White Sox. Fuller's fingerprints are all over White Sox player development and could make Chicago an attractive landing spot for the veteran first baseman.

Spotrac projects O’Hearn’s market value at roughly $23 million over two years, which lines up exactly with the contract range the White Sox appear comfortable handing out.

Keep a close eye on O’Hearn as free agency unfolds. If he’s still on the board by the Winter Meetings, don’t be surprised if this is a name the White Sox continue to be heavily linked to in Orlando.