White Sox bulk up bullpen, acquire Huascar Brazobán from Mets
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Chicago White Sox acquired right-handed reliever Huascar Brazobán from the New York Mets in exchange for Double-A righty Gabe Davis and Triple-A righty Zach Franklin to bolster their pitching staff ahead of the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline.
- Brazobán has a 2.56 ERA over 52 2/3 innings this season and is known for his versatility, capable of working as an opener and excelling in high-leverage situations against both left- and right-handed batters.
- Neither Davis nor Franklin were highly ranked prospects, with Davis struggling at Double-A and Franklin showing inconsistency at Triple-A, making Brazobán a significant upgrade for the White Sox bullpen.
- Brazobán’s ability to limit hard contact, ranking fourth in average exit velocity among qualifying pitchers, and his sinker/changeup mix make him a valuable asset for the White Sox’s playoff push and long-term plans, as he is under team control through 2029.
- This acquisition, along with the earlier signing of Luis Castillo, aims to provide the White Sox with greater pitching depth and length as they pursue their first AL Central title since 2021.
