Short Answer

The model assigns meaningfully lower odds than the market for Thomas White debuting before Nov 1, 2027 (68.6% model vs 85.0% market). This divergence likely stems from his recent left shoulder capsular sprain and its estimated recovery timeline.

1. Market Behavior & Drivers

This prediction market has experienced a significant and sustained downward trend, starting from a 51.0% YES probability and settling at a current price of 5.0%. The defining event in this market was a dramatic 47.0 percentage point price crash on May 24, 2026, where the probability plummeted from 51.0% to just 4.0% in a single day. This sharp decline appears to be a direct reaction to news regarding Thomas White's health. Reports that emerged around that time indicated the prospect was dealing with a significant left shoulder injury, which was later diagnosed as a capsular sprain expected to end his 2026 season. The market immediately priced in this development, erasing the previous optimism about a potential debut.
The market's trading volume is exceptionally low, with only 7 total contracts traded, suggesting very little liquidity and low overall market conviction. The price movements, while drastic, are not supported by heavy trading activity. Following the major drop, the price has established a new floor, or support level, in the 4.0% to 5.0% range. This indicates that while the market overwhelmingly believes White will not debut this season, a small residual probability is being maintained. The overall chart action reflects a clear shift in market sentiment from cautiously optimistic to deeply pessimistic, directly mirroring the negative injury news that effectively ended any chance of a 2026 debut for the pitcher.
  • Thomas White was diagnosed with a left shoulder capsular sprain in June 2026.
  • The shoulder injury makes a Major League Baseball debut in 2026 effectively impossible.
  • White is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to his injury.
  • His anticipated MLB debut timeline was significantly impacted by the 2026 injury.
  • A 12-16 week recovery timeline follows his left shoulder capsular sprain diagnosis.

Who Wins and Why

Outcome Market Model Why
Before Nov 1, 2026 34.0% 42.3% His June 2026 left shoulder injury and recovery timeline make his 2026 debut effectively impossible.
Before May 1, 2027 53.0% 42.4% His June 2026 left shoulder injury makes his Major League Baseball debut in 2026 effectively impossible.
Before Nov 1, 2027 85.0% 68.6% His June 2026 left shoulder injury makes his Major League Baseball debut in 2026 effectively impossible.

Current Context

Thomas White has not yet debuted due to a season-ending injury. As of June 7, 2026, Thomas White has not made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut. The 21-year-old left-handed pitching prospect for the Miami Marlins was diagnosed with a left shoulder capsular sprain in June 2026 and is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season [1][2].
White showed promise in Triple-A after being a first-round pick. Before his injury, White was pitching at the Triple-A level for the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp in 2026 [3][4]. In five starts, he recorded a 4.34 ERA and 1.48 WHIP over 18.2 innings [3][4]. White was originally drafted by the Miami Marlins in the first round (35th overall) of the 2023 MLB Draft and signed for $4.1 million [5][6][7].
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  2. 2Marlins' Top Pitching Prospect Thomas White Might Miss Rest of 2026 Seasonsi.com
  3. 3Marlins Receive Tough Injury Update on Top Pitching Prospectsi.com
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  7. 7Thomas White Minor Leagues Statistics | Baseball-Reference.combaseball-reference.com

2. Price Chart

Historical Price (Probability)

Outcome probability
Date

3. Significant Price Movements

Notable price changes detected in the chart, along with research into what caused each movement.

Outcome: Before Nov 1, 2026

📉 June 06, 2026: 34.0pp drop

Price decreased from 68.0% to 34.0%

What happened: The primary driver for the prediction market price drop on June 6, 2026, was the news that baseball prospect Thomas White sustained a left shoulder capsular sprain, diagnosed around June 5, 2026 [1][2][3]. This injury, with a recovery timeline of 12-16 weeks, made his Major League Baseball debut before November 1, 2026, highly unlikely [1][2][3]. This critical information originated from traditional sports news outlets like MLB.com and Sports Illustrated [1][2][3], directly preceding and causing the dramatic shift in market probability. Social media was a contributing accelerant, facilitating the rapid spread of this traditional news.

📈 May 28, 2026: 20.0pp spike

Price increased from 50.0% to 70.0%

What happened: The primary driver of the prediction market price movement was likely widespread social media and fantasy baseball activity that confused pitcher Thomas White with hitter Tommy White [4]. The 20.0 percentage point spike on May 28, 2026, coincided with early buzz surrounding Tommy White, a Las Vegas Aviators prospect who hit a solo home run the following day, May 29, 2026 [4]. This social media activity, fueled by the mistaken identity, likely drove interest in "Thomas White: Debut Date" despite pitcher Thomas White suffering a left shoulder injury in May 2026, making a debut before November 1, 2026, highly unlikely [1][5][2]. Therefore, social media was a primary driver through this misattribution.

📈 May 26, 2026: 22.0pp spike

Price increased from 47.0% to 69.0%

What happened: The primary driver for the reported 22.0 percentage point spike on May 26, 2026, in the "Thomas White: Debut Date" prediction market cannot be definitively determined from the available research. Public records do not widely document a specific 22.0pp spike or news directly linked to a debut on this date [6]. Furthermore, Thomas White was placed on the injured list in May 2026 due to a left shoulder issue [1], which would typically decrease, rather than increase, the probability of an MLB debut before November 1, 2026. Therefore, social media activity or traditional news contributing to such a spike is unsubstantiated and appears to contradict known facts.

Outcome: Before Aug 1, 2026

📉 May 27, 2026: 23.0pp drop

Price decreased from 27.0% to 4.0%

What happened: The research indicates there is no evidence of a 23.0 percentage point price drop for the prediction market "Thomas White: Debut Date" for the outcome "Before Aug 1, 2026" specifically tied to Thomas White on May 27, 2026 [7][8]. While reports in early June 2026 stated Thomas White was likely out for the remainder of the 2026 season due to a left shoulder injury, which would significantly impact his debut odds, this information emerged after the specified market movement date [2][9][1]. The May 27, 2026, date appears to be associated with unrelated high school sports reporting or a different player [7][8]. Therefore, without evidence of the stated price movement for the specified player and date, it is impossible to identify a primary driver, and social media was not a factor in this unsubstantiated event.

Outcome: Before Oct 1, 2026

📈 May 25, 2026: 23.0pp spike

Price increased from 25.0% to 48.0%

What happened: The primary driver of the 23.0 percentage point spike was likely a market confusion between the prediction market's subject, Thomas White (Marlins pitcher), and Tommy White (Athletics third baseman) [10][11]. On May 25, 2026, a traditional news article, "Jacob Gonzalez, Tommy White Headline 10 Statcast Standouts," was published, highlighting Tommy White's performance [10][11]. This positive attention, misattributed to Thomas White, likely spurred the price increase for a debut before October 1, 2026, despite Thomas White (Marlins) sustaining a season-ending shoulder injury that same month [6][2][9][1]. While originating from traditional news, widespread sharing and discussion of the article online likely acted as a contributing accelerant to the market movement.
Sources (11)
  1. 1Thomas White likely out for season with injurymlb.com
  2. 2Marlins' Top Pitching Prospect Thomas White Might Miss Rest of 2026 Seasonsi.com
  3. 3Marlins top prospect Thomas White (left shoulder capsular sprain) facing extended absence - FOF Prospects - Fish On Firstfishonfirst.com
  4. 4Tommy White's solo home run | 05/29/2026 | Aviatorsmilb.com
  5. 5Thomas White Suffers Capsular Sprain - MLB Trade Rumorsmlbtraderumors.com
  6. 6Marlins' Thomas White: Working through shoulder issue - CBS Sportscbssports.com
  7. 7Tommy White - Batting Game Logs | FanGraphs Baseballfangraphs.com
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  11. 11Jacob Gonzalez, Tommy White Headline 10 Statcast Standouts (May 25) - VCP Bullpenvcpbullpen.com

4. Market Data

Contract Snapshot

The market resolves to YES if Thomas White plays in any MLB regular season or playoff game before July 13, 2026. If the debut does not occur by this deadline, the market resolves to NO and closes on July 12, 2026, at 11:59 pm EDT. The market will close early if the event occurs, with outcomes verified by ESPN and MLB.com.

Available Contracts

Market options and current pricing

Outcome bucket Yes (price) No (price) Last trade probability
Before Nov 1, 2026 $0.66 $0.65 34%
Before May 1, 2027 $0.75 $0.36 53%
Before Nov 1, 2027 $0.85 $0.16 85%

Market Discussion

As of June 7, 2026, Miami Marlins pitching prospect Thomas White has not yet made his MLB debut, having spent the 2026 season in Triple-A, including time on the injured list and rehab assignments in April 2026 [1][2][3]. His debut date is an active topic on prediction markets such as Kalshi and Coinbase [4][5][6][7], although social media discussions are frequently confused with other individuals or generic betting accounts [8][9][10][11].

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  4. 4Thomas White: Debut Date Odds & Predictions - Kalshikalshi.com
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  7. 7Thomas White Prop Bets & Odds | Sports Interactionnews.sportsinteraction.com
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5. Trust Index

This scorecard was computed Oct 1, 2026 and may not reflect current market conditions.

Octagon Trust Index Kalshi 67 Caution

Roster or casting decision: the team or studio decides before any announcement

Integrity risk· Information exposure

How it adds up
Integrity80% of score72Good

Info fairness is low (40), but Integrity averages all three scores, so the other two pull it up. Only a critically low score would cap the total.

Trade quality20% of score48High Risk

Includes the cost to trade: a $10,000 order can't be filled here because the order book is too thin.

Trust score67Caution

Weighted blend with hard caps — a critically weak safety pillar, or a severe trading anomaly, caps the total regardless of the rest. Full methodology · About the Trust Index

Trust profile
Integrity4 screens run · 3 don't apply · 3 awaiting data
Market integrity
91Strong

Outcome is hard to influence

No suspicious activity on any screen

Screened clean
Large tradesNo single trade dominates the tape. Clear
Thin-volume movesPrice moves carried real volume. Clear
Size patternsTape too thin Clear
2 screens not run
Outcome control · doesn't apply to this market type
Thin-leg conviction · doesn't apply to this market type
Info fairness
40High Risk
Information exposureStructural risk · medium confidence

Roster or casting decision: the team or studio decides before any announcement

4 screens not run
Move vs. catalyst · data source not connected
Longshot repricing · data source not connected
Pre-broadcast certainty · doesn't apply to this market type
Cross-venue timing · data source not connected
Resolution quality
92Strong

Resolution mechanism is dependable

No suspicious activity on any screen

Resolution rules read: Clear

Liquidity
45Thin

Expect slippage beyond small size

3 contracts · worst first · 3 settled or closed — not scored

Before Nov 1, 202628
Very thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Before May 1, 202753
Thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Before Nov 1, 2027—
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
72Confirmed

Moves came with real volume

3 contracts · worst first · 3 settled or closed — not scored

Before May 1, 202771
Confirmed · high confidence

Volume is light/neutral for the move over 6h

Before Nov 1, 202675
Confirmed · high confidence

Volume confirms the move over 6h

Before Nov 1, 2027—
No trading in 4d

No trades in the last 4d — nothing to confirm

Rule clarity
95Clear

Counts toward Resolution quality, not here

3 contracts · worst first · 3 settled or closed — not scored

Before Nov 1, 202795
Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Before May 1, 202795
Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Before Nov 1, 202695
Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Trade quality
48High Risk

Order book is critically thin

Tradable, but expect execution cost beyond small sizes.

Outcome quality 47 (notional-weighted across 2 scored legs)

$100 order: 8.3c slippage (~332% of a 2.5c contract)

$1,000 order: 50.1c slippage (~2004% of a 2.5c contract)

$10,000 order: book too thin to fill

3 settled or closed — not scored

Before Nov 1, 2027–Market scoreLiquidity–Move quality–Rule clarity95
Why this score
Liquidity
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
No trading in 4d

No trades in the last 4d — nothing to confirm

Rule clarity
95 · Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Before May 1, 202753Market scoreLiquidity53Move quality71Rule clarity95
Why 53
Liquidity
53 · Thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Move quality
71 · Confirmed · high confidence

Volume is light/neutral for the move over 6h

Rule clarity
95 · Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Before Nov 1, 202628Market scoreLiquidity28Move quality75Rule clarity95
Why 28
Liquidity
28 · Very thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Move quality
75 · Confirmed · high confidence

Volume confirms the move over 6h

Rule clarity
95 · Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear

underwriting_v1.4 · computed Oct 1, 2026

6. What is the typical recovery and MLB-return timeline for pitchers with a shoulder capsular sprain, similar to Thomas White's?

White's Initial Recovery12-16 weeks [1][2][3][4]
2026 MLB DebutHighly unlikely [1][2][3][4]
Post-Surgery Recovery (Pitchers)15 to 19+ months [5][6][7]
Thomas White's shoulder injury likely prevents a 2026 MLB debut. He was diagnosed with a left shoulder capsular sprain in May 2026, with an initial recovery period estimated at 12-16 weeks [1][2][3][4]. This timeline makes a Major League Baseball debut during the 2026 season highly improbable for him [1][2][3][4].
Surgical intervention greatly prolongs a pitcher's shoulder capsular sprain recovery. Should arthroscopic capsular repair be necessary, the recovery and return-to-sport timeline for pitchers can significantly extend, typically ranging from 15 to 19+ months [5][6][7]. This extended duration stems from the intense stress placed on a pitcher's shoulder during the throwing motion [5][6][7]. Rehabilitation protocols for such injuries involve initial immobilization, followed by progressive range-of-motion and strengthening exercises, with interval throwing programs generally commencing 4 to 16 weeks post-injury or surgery [7]. It remains unclear, however, if Thomas White's specific injury will require this surgical intervention [5][6][7].
Sources (7)
  1. 1Thomas White likely out for season with injurymlb.com
  2. 2Thomas White Suffers Capsular Sprain - MLB Trade Rumorsmlbtraderumors.com
  3. 3Marlins' Thomas White: Likely out for season - CBS Sportscbssports.com
  4. 4Marlins' Top Pitching Prospect Thomas White Might Miss Rest of 2026 Seasonsi.com
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  7. 7Return to Play After Shoulder Surgery in Professional Baseball Players: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysispmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

7. How might the Miami Marlins' pitching roster needs in the 2027 season influence the timeline for Thomas White's debut?

Thomas White original debut expectationmid-to-late 2026 [1][2][3]
Thomas White injury dateJune 5, 2026 [4][5]
Thomas White estimated recovery12-16 weeks [4][5]
White's anticipated debut timeline was significantly impacted by a 2026 injury. Thomas White was initially projected for a major league debut in mid-to-late 2026, contingent upon his health and control [1][2][3]. However, on June 5, 2026, he was diagnosed with a left shoulder capsular sprain, which came with an estimated recovery period of 12-16 weeks and likely concluded his 2026 season [4][5]. This injury, along with other health issues White experienced and a season-ending elbow surgery for fellow top prospect Robby Snelling, hindered the Marlins' ability to rely on internal promotions to reinforce their major league roster during 2026 [6][5].
The Marlins' 2026 rotation faced challenges, making 2027 projections difficult. The Miami Marlins' 2026 starting rotation was characterized by youth and a propensity for injuries, featuring pitchers like Sandy Alcantara, Eury Perez, Max Meyer, and Braxton Garrett, indicating a consistent need for pitching depth [7][8][9]. While the organization experienced significant pitching injuries throughout 2026 [6][5], the provided information does not detail how these 2026 challenges or individual player statuses will specifically shape the team's pitching roster needs for the 2027 season. Therefore, it is difficult to project White's post-injury debut timeline based solely on these facts.
Sources (9)
  1. 1Marlins' Thomas White Sets Standard for Left-Handed Pitching Prospectssi.com
  2. 2Thomas White on Doorstep of Marlins MLB Promotion Thanks to This Statsi.com
  3. 3MLB Experts Provide an Interesting Call-Up Date Prediction for Marlins Elite Arm | Yardbarkeryardbarker.com
  4. 4Marlins' Thomas White: Likely out for season - CBS Sportscbssports.com
  5. 5Marlins' Top Pitching Prospect Thomas White Might Miss Rest of 2026 Seasonsi.com
  6. 6Pitching Prospect Thomas White Set to Join Marlins' Rotation? - MLB News | Fantasy Baseballrotoballer.com
  7. 7Latest On Marlins' Rotation Plans - MLB Trade Rumorsmlbtraderumors.com
  8. 82026 Miami Marlins Offseason Review: Trades, Signings and Outlook – Baseball Biographiesbaseballbiographies.com
  9. 9What Is the Miami Marlins' Projected Starting Rotation?roundtable.io

8. How does Thomas White's injury and development path compare to that of Sixto Sánchez, another Marlins pitching prospect with a history of shoulder issues?

Thomas White's 2026 Shoulder InjuryLeft shoulder capsular sprain (diagnosed May 2026) [1][2][3][4]
Thomas White's Recovery Timeline12-16 weeks [1][2][3][4]
Sixto Sánchez's Chronic IssuesChronic right shoulder issues, capsular tear, multiple surgeries (began 2021) [5][6][7][8][9]
Thomas White faces significant setbacks from a severe shoulder injury. The Marlins pitching prospect is expected to miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a left shoulder capsular sprain, diagnosed in May 2026, which carries an estimated recovery period of 12-16 weeks [1][2][3][4]. This significant injury occurred after an earlier Grade 1 right oblique strain had already delayed his 2026 season, limiting him to only five Triple-A starts before the shoulder issue arose [1][2][3]. Consequently, White is considered highly unlikely to make his MLB debut in 2026 [2][3].
Sixto Sánchez's career was derailed by chronic shoulder issues. Another Marlins prospect, Sánchez, a once-elite talent, has experienced his career significantly impacted by persistent right shoulder problems that began in 2021 [5][6][7]. His issues included a capsular tear, necessitating multiple surgeries and causing him to miss extensive periods throughout his development [5][7][8][9].
White's and Sánchez's shoulder issues present distinct challenges. While both prospects have faced significant setbacks from shoulder injuries, their situations differ in nature. White's current injury is an acute left shoulder capsular sprain with a specific recovery estimate [1][4]. In contrast, Sánchez's history involves chronic right shoulder issues, including a capsular tear that required multiple surgeries and has fundamentally derailed his career [5]. Currently, the available information is insufficient to detail the long-term chronicity or potential future surgical needs for White to draw a direct comparison with Sánchez's multi-year struggle [1][4][5].
Sources (9)
  1. 1Thomas White likely out for season with injurymlb.com
  2. 2Marlins top prospect Thomas White (left shoulder capsular sprain) facing extended absence - FOF Prospects - Fish On Firstfishonfirst.com
  3. 3Marlins' Thomas White: Likely out for season - CBS Sportscbssports.com
  4. 4Thomas White Suffers Capsular Sprainmlbtraderumors.com
  5. 5With shoulder surgery looming, pitching prospect Sixto Sanchez shut down by Miami Marlins - ESPNespn.com
  6. 6A much lighter Sixto works to make his comebackmlb.com
  7. 7Q&A: Miami Marlins’ Sixto Sanchez talks shoulder injury | Miami Heraldmiamiherald.com
  8. 8Marlins top prospect Sixto Sánchez undergoes right shoulder surgerymlb.com
  9. 9Sixto Sánchez making progress in rehabmlb.com

9. What performance data from Thomas White's 2027 minor league assignments will be the strongest indicators of his readiness for an MLB debut?

Key Predictive MetricsStrikeout-to-walk ratios (K-BB%), swinging strike rates (SwStrk%), and FIP [1][2][3][4]
Predictive LevelStabilized at the Triple-A level [1][2][3][4]
Prospect Age21 years old [5][1]
Thomas White's MLB readiness hinges on key pitching metrics. Thomas White, a 21-year-old left-handed pitching prospect, reached Triple-A Jacksonville by late 2025 and is considered to have the upside of a front-end starter with an advanced three-pitch mix [5][1]. The strongest indicators of his readiness for an MLB debut from his 2027 minor league assignments will be his strikeout-to-walk ratios (K-BB%), swinging strike rates (SwStrk%), and FIP [1][2][3][4]. These specific minor league performance metrics are most predictive for an MLB debut, particularly when stabilized at the Triple-A level [1][2][3][4]. Maintaining strong K-BB%, SwStrk%, and FIP in his 2027 assignments would signal his preparedness for a major league call-up.
Organizational factors, not just performance, dictate debut timing. While strong on-field performance is a prerequisite for a top prospect, organizational factors frequently serve as the primary determinants of the actual MLB debut date [3][4][6]. These crucial factors include Thomas White's 40-man roster status, the presence of depth chart vacancies within the major league club, and the strategic timing related to service time incentives [3][4][6].
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  3. 3How MLB Prospect Call-Up Probability Works | MKDC Baseball Modelmkdcbaseball.com
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10. How have prominent prospect evaluators like MLB Pipeline and Baseball America adjusted their outlook on Thomas White following his June 2026 injury?

Injury DiagnosisLeft shoulder capsular sprain (as of June 7, 2026) [1][2][3][4][5]
Recovery Timeline12-to-16-week [1][2][3][4][5]
2026 MLB Debut ExpectationHighly unlikely [1][3][4]
Thomas White sustained a significant left shoulder injury on June 7, 2026 [1][2][3][4][5]. He was diagnosed with a capsular sprain in his left shoulder, an injury carrying an estimated recovery period of 12 to 16 weeks [1][2][3][4][5]. This timeline is expected to keep him sidelined, effectively ending his 2026 season [1][2][3][4][5].
The injury significantly altered prospect evaluators' outlook for White's 2026 season. Prior to this setback, preseason expectations had largely anticipated his arrival in the major leagues during the year [1][3][4]. However, following the diagnosis, MLB Pipeline and other evaluators now consider his Major League debut in 2026 to be highly unlikely [1][3][4]. The available information does not specify how Baseball America has adjusted its outlook.
Sources (5)
  1. 1Thomas White likely out for season with injurymlb.com
  2. 2Thomas White Suffers Capsular Sprain - MLB Trade Rumorsmlbtraderumors.com
  3. 3Marlins' Thomas White: Likely out for season - CBS Sportscbssports.com
  4. 4Marlins top prospect Thomas White (left shoulder capsular sprain) facing extended absence - FOF Prospects - Fish On Firstfishonfirst.com
  5. 5Marlins' Top Pitching Prospect Thomas White Might Miss Rest of 2026 Seasonsi.com

11. What Could Change the Odds

Key Catalysts

Miami Marlins top pitching prospect Thomas White is likely to miss the remainder of the 2026 season due to a left shoulder capsular sprain diagnosed in early June 2026 [1][2][3][4]. Prior to the injury, White was viewed as a top prospect with potential for a mid-2026 call-up, but he struggled with injuries throughout the 2026 season, including an oblique strain and the season-ending shoulder sprain [5][2].
Medical professionals have estimated a recovery timeline of 12-16 weeks from the date of the injury (mid-May 2026), making a return to Triple-A action before the end of the 2026 season unlikely and an MLB debut in 2026 effectively impossible [1][2][3][4]. Prediction markets monitoring a Major League Baseball debut for Thomas White before November 1, 2026, are heavily impacted by this injury, as the timeline for his return extends well into the autumn, past the typical MLB season conclusion [6].

Key Dates & Catalysts

  • Expiration: July 20, 2026
  • Closes: November 01, 2027
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  5. 5Why Marlins Top Prospect Thomas White Could Make MLB Debut in...si.com
  6. 6Thomas White: Debut Date Odds & Predictions - Kalshikalshi.com

13. Historical Resolutions

Historical Resolutions: 7 markets in this series

Outcomes: 7 resolved YES, 0 resolved NO

Recent resolutions:

  • KXMLBDEBUT-CEMERSON-27NOV01: YES (May 18, 2026)
  • KXMLBDEBUT-CEMERSON-27MAY01: YES (May 18, 2026)
  • KXMLBDEBUT-CEMERSON-26SEP01: YES (May 18, 2026)
  • KXMLBDEBUT-CEMERSON-26OCT01: YES (May 18, 2026)
  • KXMLBDEBUT-CEMERSON-26NOV01: YES (May 18, 2026)