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Red Sox trade Jordan Hicks to White Sox in prospect swap
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The Boston Red Sox have traded right-hander Jordan Hicks and prospect David Sandlin, along with cash and two players to be named, to the Chicago White Sox for pitching prospect Gage Ziehl and a player to be named. The deal, announced on Sunday, includes Boston sending $8 million toward Hicks' $25 million contract over the next two seasons. This move allows the Red Sox to shed salary while acquiring young talent, amid an active offseason for both teams.
At 29 years old, Chicago White Sox pitcher Davis Martin begins the 2026 season with the longest service time by debut date among teammates. Reflecting on his career trajectory from debut to injury recovery, Martin emphasizes his role in fostering team culture amid ongoing rebuild efforts. His leadership extends to offseason bonding with younger rotation mates.
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The Chicago White Sox have agreed to a one-year, $6 million contract with veteran outfielder Austin Hays, pending a physical, according to multiple reports. The 30-year-old, who spent 2025 with the Cincinnati Reds, brings postseason experience and strong performance against left-handed pitching to the team. The deal includes incentives and a mutual option for 2027 with a $1 million buyout.
Building on the Chicago White Sox's recent signing of Munetaka Murakami—which secured power for their rebuild—the team is advancing discussions with the New York Mets and Cincinnati Reds to trade center fielder Luis Robert Jr. for pitching depth, reports USA Today's Bob Nightengale.
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Chicago White Sox completed the signing of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34 million contract just before the 5 p.m. ET Monday deadline, as previously reported. The move bolsters their rebuilding lineup with power potential, prompting trade talks involving outfielder Luis Robert for pitching depth.