May 2015 - Chicago White Sox Wiretap

White Sox Haven't Closed Door On Re-Signing Alexei Ramirez

Dec 30, 2015 8:34 AM

The Chicago White Sox have added a pair of infielders this offseason, but they haven't closed the door on re-signing Alexei Ramirez.

Ramirez, 34, is still a free agent. The belief is that the White Sox will use the rest of their budget on an outfielder.

If the season started today, Tyler Saladino would be the starting shortstop, according to Rick Hahn. That could change if they opt to bring back Ramirez.

Bruce Levine/670 The Score

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Orioles, White Sox Emerging As Leaders For Cespedes

Dec 30, 2015 8:42 AM

The Baltimore Orioles and Chicago White Sox have emerged as the leaders to sign Yoenis Cespedes, according to a report.

The San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Angels are also reportedly in the mix and the Texas Rangers are monitoring the situation.

Jesse Sanchez/MLB

Tags: Baltimore Orioles, Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, San Francisco Giants, Texas Rangers, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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White Sox Active In Outfield Market

Dec 29, 2015 4:21 PM

The Chicago White Sox remain active and are in the market for a free-agent outfielder.

Alex Gordon and Yoenis Cespedes are among the options for Chicago.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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White Sox Have Interest In Alex Gordon

Dec 24, 2015 7:18 AM

The Chicago White Sox have interest in signing Alex Gordon.

Chicago is high on Gordon because he's familiar with the American League Central, offers left-handed hitting, and solid defense.

It is unclear if the White Sox can afford Gordon, who could command a $100 million deal.

Ken Rosenthal/FOX Sports

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor

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Nate Jones Agrees To $8M Extension With White Sox

Dec 21, 2015 7:26 AM

The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a three-year, $8 million extension with Nate Jones.

The value of the reliever's deal could escalate to $26.3 million over six years if certain parameters are met.

Jones made 19 appearances last season after returning from Tommy John surgery in 2014.

Doug Padilla/ESPN

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Free Agent Rumor, Misc Rumor, Terms Agreement

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White Sox Acquire Todd Frazier In Three-Team Trade With Reds, Dodgers

Dec 17, 2015 4:46 PM

The Chicago White Sox have agreed to acquire Todd Frazier in a three-team trade with the Cincinnati Reds and Los Angeles Dodgers. The White Sox will also acquire Trent Rosecrans.

The Dodgers will send infielder Jose Peraza, outfielder Scott Schebler and infielder Brandon Dixon to the Reds in the deal, tweets Jon Heyman of CBS Sports. Heyman adds that the White Sox will send Frankie Montas, outfielder Trayce Thompson and second baseman Micah Johnson to the Dodgers.

Frazier is set to earn $7.5 million in 2016 and can be controlled via the arbitration process for the 2017 season, after which he will be eligible for free agency.

Steve Adams/MLBTradeRumors

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Cincinnati Reds, Los Angeles Dodgers, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Reds 'Heavily' Shopping Todd Frazier

Dec 16, 2015 12:52 PM

The Cincinnati Reds are "heavily" shopping Todd Frazier, according to a report.

The most extensive interest in Frazier is coming from the American League Central, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today.

The Cleveland Indians, Chicago White Sox and Kansas City Royals have all been linked to him.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today

Tags: Cincinnati Reds, Chicago White Sox, Cleveland Indians, Kansas City Royals, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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A's Get Prospects From White Sox For Brett Lawrie

Dec 10, 2015 5:54 AM

The Chicago White Sox have acquired Brett Lawrie from the Oakland Athletics in exchange for minor league pitchers Zachary Erwin and J.B. Wendelken.

Chicago had placed a premium on acquiring a long-term option at third base this offseason.

"If Opening Day were today, he would be our third baseman, but Brett also brings a level of versatility where he has some experience playing second base," Rick Hahn said. "So, it's conceivable during at some point in his White Sox career he plays over there."

Doug Padilla/ESPN

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, Misc Rumor, Official Trade, Trade Rumor

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White Sox, A's Nearing Brett Lawrie Trade

Dec 9, 2015 9:39 AM

The Chicago White Sox are in serious talks to acquire Brett Lawrie from the Oakland Athletics, according to a report.

Oakland would receive a pair of Minor League players in return.

Scott Merkin/MLB

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Oakland Athletics, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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White Sox Shopping Adam LaRoche

Dec 8, 2015 6:33 AM

The Chicago White Sox are shopping Adam LaRoche, according to a report.

Chicago is hoping to move some or all of the $13 million owed to LaRoche, 36, in 2016 in order to free up payroll space to pursue a big bat.

Bob Nightengale/USA Today

Tags: Chicago White Sox, Misc Rumor, Trade Rumor

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Indians, Tigers, White Sox Interested In Trading For Brett Lawrie
The Indians, Tigers and White Sox are interested in trading for Brett Lawrie, who has been mentioned in trade rumors since the Athletics re-acquired Jed Lowrie.

Susan Slusser/San Francisco Chronicle

White Sox, Dioner Navarro Agree To Deal
Dioner Navarro is expected to serve as the backup to Alex Avila, who they signed to a $2.5 million deal earlier this offseason.

Doug Padilla/ESPN

Report: Samardzija Has $100M Offer On Table
The length of the offer hasn't been reported, but the value of the contract is surprising to some after Jeff Samardzija's disappointing 2015 season.

Cash Kruth/MLB