OwenRight-handed pitcher Owen White, who was designated for assignment by the Yankees last week, was claimed by the White Sox on Monday.
White was removed from the Yankees’ 40-man roster to make room for left-handed pitcher Brent Headrick last Tuesday.
The Yankees originally claimed White from the Reds on waivers on February 5. A former top prospect in the Rangers’ system, the 25-year-old has a rough 16.71 ERA across five big-league appearances with Texas from 2023 to 2024. Last season, White primarily played with Triple-A Round Rock in the Rangers’ organization, where he posted a 5.64 ERA over 29 games (15 starts).
Recently, the Yankees have been active in acquiring high-potential arms, either adding them to the 40-man roster or inviting them to spring training as non-roster invitees. Left-handed pitchers Tyler Matzek, Jayvien Sandridge, and Rob Zastryzny were all added to the Yankees’ NRI list this month.
Owen White
This isn’t the first time the White Sox have taken advantage of the Yankees’ roster moves. Chicago previously claimed Enyel De Los Santos last summer after the Yankees designated him for assignment, though he had limited success in New York.
Ron Marinaccio also briefly spent time in the White Sox system before being traded to the Padres. Additionally, the White Sox signed former Yankees outfielder Joey Gallo to a minor-league deal late last week, giving him a chance to earn a spot with their big-league club before Opening Day.
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