Red Sox Make Trade, Send $24 Million Pitcher To White Sox
Summary
The Boston Red Sox have traded pitcher Jordan Hicks, another minor league pitcher, and cash to the Chicago White Sox. In return, the Red Sox will receive pitcher Gage Ziehl and a player to be named later. The trade helps the Red Sox with luxury-tax considerations, while the White Sox obtain a promising young player.Key Facts
- The Boston Red Sox traded pitcher Jordan Hicks to the Chicago White Sox.
- Along with Hicks, the Red Sox sent minor league pitcher David Sandlin and $8 million.
- The cash is part of covering Hicks' $24 million salary.
- The Red Sox will receive pitcher Gage Ziehl and a player to be named later.
- Gage Ziehl was previously acquired by the White Sox from the New York Yankees.
- Jordan Hicks had a rough season with a 6.95 ERA last year across several teams.
- This trade provides potential luxury-tax relief for the Red Sox.
- Hicks will be joining his fifth team in the last three seasons.
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