The White Sox announced today that they have outrighted four players. Leaving the 40-man are southpaw Manny Banuelos, outfielder Ryan Cordell, and infielders Ryan Goins and Matt Skole.
The Chicago organization noted that all four players will reach minor-league free agency at the conclusion of the World Series. Accordingly, they’ll soon hit the open market.
Banuelos, 28, made it back to the majors for the first time since his 2014 debut. But he scuffled to a 6.93 ERA in 50 2/3 frames with the White Sox.
Cordell and Skole also received somewhat longer looks in their second seasons of MLB action. The 27-year-old Cordell was given 247 plate appearances but managed only a .221/.290/.355 batting line. Skole posted a meager .208/.275/.236 output over eighty trips to the plate.
Of the group, Goins obviously has far and away the most extensive experience. The gritty, light-hitting infielder actually had something of a career year at the dish, turning in a .250/.333/.347 slash in 163 plate appearances. That translates to a personal-best 86 wRC+.
Goins didnt look too terrible last year. curious to see if he gets a job in ST next year with the expanded rosters.
Is David Ross married? hired to manage the Cubs and he brings only mom and dad to the press conference? And having Goins in the lineup batting in the top half of the order was embarrassing.
probably is married, thats why he brung his folks to the press confrence
All four of these guys did exactly what they were brought in, to do. Play bad, hustle, fool the fans into thinking the Sox were trying to win. When in reality the Sox management was as usual, in tank mode.
Reinsdork know tanking is the cheapest way to go, that’s what uncle Jerry does best.
Ah, yes. Fans definitely thought these 4 guys were win-now players. Well done Jerry, well done.
Imagine not understanding that Ryan Goins is a leadoff hitter.
You’re an idiot.
Imagine not knowing Goins has a .279 career OBP and shouldn’t sniff a 40 man roster spot. What an idiot.
Imagine using career stats to disprove your own point.
You’re not an idiot, but certainly aren’t bright.
I agree angels you’re an idiot. Enjoy the astros World Series win
Wow a .279 OBP that’s really good. Since you think it’s good how about a Goins Trout trade.
It’s good, IF you play for the White Sox.
Nobody can top you, dogbone. You’re razor sharp.
Ok career obp is bad, how about his obp in his career year this year, .333. Still not good at all for a lead off hitter
Was rooting for manny. Such a high ceiling derailed by injuries. Just felt like there was always something to better offer and I thought the white Sox were the perfect team to work out any issues. Maybe the O’s or Marlins grab him and give him one more shot. Every now and then he’d look really sharp in a game…
Needed to add Palka, and about three relievers to the list.
Daniel Palka is our lefty DH.
Trade Danny Mendick, Carlos Rodon for Mookie Betts with a 4 year 120 million extension
Daniel Palka is our lefty DH.
Trade Danny Mendick and Carlos Rodon for Mookie Betts with a 4 year 120 million extension.
Would you take that trade if you were the Red Sox? No.
If they want Betts, any deal would have to include a top 100 prospect at the very least. It starts with Vaughn or Madrigal.