Right-hander Brad Keller is slated for free agency but would seemingly be very happy to be a Cub again next year. “Chicago is my favorite city,” Keller said, per Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. “I love being in Chicago. I love playing for the Cubs. This is definitely a place that I want to come back to and enjoy. I know a lot of these guys are returning to this clubhouse, and I … [Read more...] about Brad Keller Interested In Re-Signing With Cubs
White Sox Outright Fletcher, Julks, Peguero, White
The White Sox announced they have outrighted outfielders Dominic Fletcher and Corey Julks, along with pitchers Elvis Peguero and Owen White, to Triple-A Charlotte. Chicago also lost Will Robertson via waivers to Pittsburgh, which brings their 40-man roster down to 35 players. Fletcher logged the most big-league time of the foursome this season. The 28-year-old appeared in a … [Read more...] about White Sox Outright Fletcher, Julks, Peguero, White
Offseason Outlook: Chicago White Sox
The Reinsdorf era may be drawing to a close. With clean books and many unsettled positions, do the White Sox have any bold offseason moves up their sleeve? Guaranteed Contracts Andrew Benintendi, LF: $31MM through 2027 Option Decisions Luis Robert Jr., CF: $20MM club option ($2MM buyout); deal includes $20MM club option for 2027 Martin Perez, SP: $10MM mutual option ($1.5MM … [Read more...] about Offseason Outlook: Chicago White Sox
Pirates Claim Will Robertson, Designate Ryan Kreidler
The Pirates announced they have claimed outfielder Will Robertson off waivers from the White Sox. Ryan Kreidler was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Pittsburgh marks the third MLB organization for Robertson in the past four months. He came to Chicago in a trade from Toronto back in July after getting designated for assignment by the Blue Jays. Robertson had … [Read more...] about Pirates Claim Will Robertson, Designate Ryan Kreidler
Sandy Alomar Sr. Passes Away
Former All-Star infielder Sandy Alomar Sr. has passed away, per an announcement from the Puerto Rican Professional Baseball League. He was 81 years old and would have turned 82 this coming weekend. The father of big leaguers Roberto Alomar and Sandy Alomar Jr., Sandy Sr. enjoyed a 15-year playing career of his own. From 1964-78, he suited up for the Angels, Yankees, White Sox, … [Read more...] about Sandy Alomar Sr. Passes Away