MLB Trade Rumors

The White Sox today informed catcher Omar Narváez and infielder Chase Meidroth that they would not be making the Opening Day roster. The news was relayed by James Fegan of Sox Machine. Meidroth, a prospect not on the 40-man roster, will start the season at Triple-A Charlotte. Narváez is a veteran who was in camp on a minor league deal. He had an opt-out in that deal and has now … [Read more...] about White Sox Release Omar Narváez, Reassign Chase Meidroth

The White Sox announced this afternoon that they’ve claimed right-hander Mike Vasil off waivers from the Rays. Right-hander Prelander Berroa was transferred to the 60-day injured list in order to make room for Vasil on the club’s 40-man roster. Vasil, who celebrated his 25th birthday last week, has had a busy offseason. The longtime Mets farmhand was plucked from the club in … [Read more...] about White Sox Claim Mike Vasil Off Waivers From Rays

The White Sox announced this morning that they’ve released infielder Brandon Drury. As an article XX(B) free agent, Drury had the opportunity to opt out and test free agency this weekend if he was not added to Chicago’s 40-man roster. Notably, Scott Merkin of MLB.com was among those to note yesterday that the infielder recently suffered a thumb fracture, which left him poised … [Read more...] about White Sox Release Brandon Drury

The White Sox announced that right-hander Drew Thorpe will undergo a Tommy John surgery.  Dr. Keith Meister will perform the procedure, and Thorpe will miss the next 13-15 months in recovery. The news caps off a brutal stretch of health struggles for the 24-year-old righty.  Thorpe’s rookie season was cut short by a flexor strain in early August, and he underwent a surgery in … [Read more...] about Drew Thorpe To Undergo Tommy John Surgery