The Chicago White Sox have named Pedro Grifol of Miami, Florida as their new manager. Grifol takes over from Tony LaRussa of Tampa, Florida, who retired from managing Major League Baseball at the age of 77, a day before his 78th birthday, on October 3, 2022. Major League Coaching Experience Grifol was an assistant hitting coach with the Kansas City Royals starting in 2013. He … [Read more...] about White Sox name Pedro Grifol new manager
White Sox sign starting pitcher Mike Clevinger
The Chicago White Sox have signed starting pitcher Mike Clevinger of Jacksonville, Florida on Sunday according to ESPN. The terms of the contract are one year and $12 million. The White Sox become the third team Clevinger has played for following Cleveland who he was with from 2016 to 2020, and the San Diego Padres in 2020 and 2022. 2022 with the Padres This past season in San … [Read more...] about White Sox sign starting pitcher Mike Clevinger
White Sox sign outfielder Andrew Benintendi
The Chicago White Sox signed left fielder Andrew Benintendi to a five-year deal worth $75 million according to Spotrac on Friday. The White Sox become the fourth team Benintendi has played for following time with the Boston Red Sox (2016 to 2020), Kansas City Royals (2021 to 2022), and New York Yankees (2022). 2022 MLB Season Benintendi was a Major League Baseball All-Star for … [Read more...] about White Sox sign outfielder Andrew Benintendi
Eight Low Profile MLB trades in the month of December
During the month of December, Major League Baseball free agency makes the headlines. There are some significant trades, but there are some deals that are under the radar. Here are eight low profile deals from December 7 to December 23. December 7–Detroit trades reliever Joe Jimenez to Atlanta for minor leaguers The Atlanta Braves acquired Joe Jimenez of San Juan, Puerto Rico … [Read more...] about Eight Low Profile MLB trades in the month of December
Jon Lester retires at age 38
Major League Baseball starting pitcher Jon Lester of Tacoma, WA announced his retirement at age 38 on Wednesday according to Jesse Rogers of ESPN. Lester was a five-time All-Star, won three World Series titles, and is one of 119 Major League Baseball pitchers all-time to record 200 wins. Lester pitched 16 seasons in Major League Baseball from 2006 to 2021 with the Boston … [Read more...] about Jon Lester retires at age 38