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Chicago White Sox Sign Randal Grichuk to MLB Deal
TL;DR
The Chicago White Sox have signed outfielder Randal Grichuk to a one-year, $1.25 million deal. This move comes as they place Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list due to a calf strain.
Key points
- Chicago White Sox signed Randal Grichuk to a one-year deal
- Grichuk's contract is valued at $1.25 million
- Austin Hays placed on 10-day injured list
- Hays has a left calf strain
- Grichuk adds depth to the White Sox outfield
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Chicago White Sox Sign Randal Grichuk to MLB Deal
Prior to Monday night's game against the Los Angeles Angels in a new three-game series, the Chicago White Sox have made another roster move, bringing in a veteran to the outfield mix.
The White Sox have officially signed 34-year-old outfielder Randal Grichuk to a one-year, $1.25 million MLB deal, while placing outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list with a left calf strain.
An IL stint for Hays was easy to see coming after back-to-back off days on Saturday and Sunday in San Diego, and it was all but confirmed when Will Venable did not call on him to pinch hit against Mason Miller in the ninth inning.
Grichuk was with the New York Yankees earlier this season after signing a minor league contract in the offseason and making the Opening Day roster. He was DFA'd by New York on April 29 and elected free agency on May 1 after batting .194 with a .535 OPS in 16 games.
That being said, Grichuk’s numbers are skewed by a slow start to the season. He went 0-for-13 at the plate over his first nine games. Over his last seven contests, Grichuk is batting .333 with an .871 OPS, four doubles, and two RBIs.
Grichuk has played in 1,376 games over his 13-year career, including a 31-homer season with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2019. He posted an .875 OPS with 12 home runs as recently as 2024 with the .
Q&A
What is the value of Randal Grichuk's contract with the White Sox?
Randal Grichuk's contract with the Chicago White Sox is worth $1.25 million for one year.
Why was Austin Hays placed on the injured list?
Austin Hays was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left calf strain.
What impact does Randal Grichuk's signing have on the White Sox roster?
Randal Grichuk's signing adds veteran experience to the White Sox outfield, especially following Hays' injury.