The White Sox announced that right-hander Jairo Iriarte and catcher Drew Romo have cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A Charlotte, per Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Both will be in big league camp in spring training as non-roster invitees. The two were designated for assignment earlier this week as corresponding moves when the White Sox acquired Jordan Hicks and David … [Read more...] about White Sox Outright Jairo Iriarte, Drew Romo
Cubs Agree To Minor League Deals With Vince Velasquez, Owen Miller
The Cubs have added another pair of veterans on minor league deals, agreeing to terms with righty Vince Velasquez and infielder Owen Miller, according to the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. They’ll likely be in camp as non-roster players. Velasquez is a CAA client, while Miller is represented by ALIGND Sports. Velasquez, 33, has pitched in parts of nine major league seasons … [Read more...] about Cubs Agree To Minor League Deals With Vince Velasquez, Owen Miller
White Sox Notes: Hays, Benintendi, Sosa, Vasil
The White Sox introduced free agent signee Austin Hays this afternoon. The outfielder signed a $6MM contract with the rebuilding club, in large part because they’re well positioned to give him regular playing time in the outfield. “Going back into free agency, I really wanted to go somewhere where I would have an opportunity to do that, play every day, get back to being able to … [Read more...] about White Sox Notes: Hays, Benintendi, Sosa, Vasil
White Sox Notes: Hays, Benintendi, Sosa, Vasil
The White Sox introduced free agent signee Austin Hays this afternoon. The outfielder signed a $6MM contract with the rebuilding club, in large part because they’re well positioned to give him regular playing time in the outfield. “Going back into free agency, I really wanted to go somewhere where I would have an opportunity to do that, play every day, get back to being able to … [Read more...] about White Sox Notes: Hays, Benintendi, Sosa, Vasil
Poll: Who Will Sign Zac Gallen?
The impact position players are off the market for the most part at this point, and yesterday the top starter remaining followed suit as Framber Valdez landed with the Tigers on a three-year, $115MM deal. That leaves right-hander Zac Gallen as both the final remaining qualified free agent and the best starting pitcher still available. Gallen’s market has been a bit deflated … [Read more...] about Poll: Who Will Sign Zac Gallen?