Aug 08, 2009 10:46 AM EST

According to ESPN's Buster Olney, the White Sox are likely the team that was awarded a waiver claim on Blue Jays outfielder Alex Rios.

Toronto has not confirmed the reports, but the Mariners, Reds and Giants have denied involvement.

The Red Sox and Mets are also believed to have stayed away from Rios.

Via ESPN