MLB Trade Rumors

Former major leaguer Octavio Dotel has died in a tragic accident, per multiple sources out of the Dominican Republic, including Diario Libre. The roof of the Jet Set club in Santo Domingo collapsed in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Full details of the tragedy are still emerging but Diario Libre says at least 27 people have died while rescue efforts continue. It was … [Read more...] about Octavio Dotel Dies In Roof Collapse Tragedy

The White Sox announced Tuesday that they’ve agreed to a new minor league contract with infielder Brandon Drury. He’ll head to extended spring training for now. Drury was with the ChiSox this spring and enjoyed a monster performance in the Cactus League, hitting .410/.439/.821 with three homers and seven doubles in 41 plate appearances. He looked like a lock to make the team … [Read more...] about White Sox Re-Sign Brandon Drury To Minor League Deal

The White Sox announced that outfielder Travis Jankowski was designated for assignment.  The move was made to create a roster spot for Mike Tauchman, who has now been activated from the 10-day injured list. Tauchman suffered a hamstring strain during Spring Training, which opened the door for Jankowski (who signed a minor league deal in March) to make the Opening Day roster as … [Read more...] about White Sox Designate Travis Jankowski, Reinstate Mike Tauchman From 10-Day IL

Reports emerged last October that longtime White Sox majority owner Jerry Reinsdorf was considering selling his controlling interest in the team, and that Reinsdorf was in talks about a possible sale to an ownership group fronted by former big league pitcher and executive Dave Stewart.  There hasn’t been any news on that front in the intervening months, and USA Today’s Bob … [Read more...] about Jerry Reinsdorf Not Pursuing Sale Of White Sox