The Seattle Mariners have traded for right-handed reliever Gregory Santos from the Chicago White Sox, in exchange for right-hander Prelander Berroa, outfielder Zach DeLoach, and the 69th pick in the 2024 draft. Santos, who was one of the White Sox's bright spots during their 101-loss season and looked like a potential future closer, is expected to add value to the Mariners' bullpen. Despite concerns about his elbow and a late-season struggle that ended with him hurt, analysts believe Santos could become a top reliever in MLB. The White Sox, in addition to this trade, have also acquired outfielder Dominic Fletcher from the Arizona Diamondbacks, sending right-hander Cristian Mena in return. Fletcher, who had a strong performance against righties last season, is anticipated to bolster the White Sox's outfield depth which was previously lacking. These moves come as part of the White Sox's efforts to rebuild their roster following a disappointing season. The White Sox also add about $1 million to their draft bonus pool with the Comp B pick. Berroa was set to rank as the No. 11 prospect in the Mariners system, while Fletcher was set to rank as the No. 13 prospect in the Diamondbacks system. DeLoach is expected to take over as the RF against RHP. Fletcher's 2023 Triple-A stats showed a split of .325 against RHP and .217 against LHP, while in the MLB, he slashed .369/.423/.523 against RHP.
Mariners bolster pen with White Sox's Santos https://t.co/FqF2fWA8X7
Ohtani and Yamamoto: lol yeah we were totally considering other teams https://t.co/ohbl81KLXO
The Chicago White Sox swung a pair of trades with contending teams Saturday, sending right-handed reliever Gregory Santos to the Seattle Mariners, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan, and right-handed prospect Cristian Mena to the Arizona Diamondbacks. https://t.co/ID7VpTNUpX
White Sox announce the deal too https://t.co/AAYBq79wRi
“Gregory [Santos] is coming off of a season in which he established himself as one of the most exciting young relievers in MLB,” Jerry Dipoto said. “His combination of high velocity, dynamic slider and groundball inducing style are all standout traits."
Mariners announce Santos https://t.co/QW4VS3JoFZ
Sox officially announce their swap with the Mariners. Gregory Santos goes to Seattle in exchange for relief pitcher Prelander Berroa, outfielder Zach DeLoach and the 69th pick in this summer's draft. Additionally, Lane Ramsey gets DFA'd to clear a 40-man spot.
The #WhiteSox have acquired right-handed pitcher Prelander Berroa, outfielder Zach DeLoach and a Competitive Balance B selection (No. 69 overall) in the 2024 First-Year Player Draft from the Seattle Mariners in exchange for right-hander Gregory Santos.
Adding some 🔥 to the ‘pen! We’ve acquired RHP Gregory Santos from the White Sox in exchange for RHP Prelander Berroa, OF Zach DeLoach and a Competitive Balance Round B draft pick. 🔗 https://t.co/uhUAp4K92R https://t.co/e2DxNz8oZm
After trading leverage reliever Justin Topa, the Mariners quickly filled his spot in the bullpen by acquiring right-hander Gregory Santos from the White Sox. https://t.co/6O4qhRAl6L
Even with the risk of Mena's profile this is a very underwhelming return. Putting up good numbers as a 25 year old in the PCL is normal, and Fletcher's brief MLB stint was extremely flukey. He had a lower xwOBA than Oscar Colás (Fletcher is a better prospect IMO but yikes) https://t.co/WXjYLgeTsU https://t.co/fiMZbEdbyO
Big trades for the White Sox today. Hearing really good things about Dominic Fletcher. In 72 PAs against righties last year as a rookie, he slashed .369/.423/.523.
White Sox acquire Fletcher from Diamondbacks https://t.co/ZI2G2DlScy
Dominic Fletcher is 26 and was very much blocked from assuming regular role in crowded D-backs OF. He hits righties way better than lefties: .325 vs. .217 at Triple-A in 2023. He also went to U of Arkansas, just like Andrew Benintendi. Sox' OF could be two-thirds Hogs in 2024.
I truly don’t understand the Mena for Fletcher trade. The White Sox desperately need pitching, and yet they trade a 21 year old pitcher who already made it to AAA. Like how does that make any sense whatsoever.
I truly don’t understand the Mena for Fletcher trade. The White Sox desperately need pitching, and yet they trade a 21 year old pitcher who already made it to AAA. Like how does that many any sense whatsoever.
White Sox trade Gregory Santos to M's, deal pitching prospect Mena to D-backs for OF Dominic Fletcher 👇https://t.co/4d9PxyFA5C
Today the #WhiteSox reportedly acquired OF Dominic Fletcher ($1.9M surplus trade value) from the #DBacks in exchange for RHP Christian Mena ($5.7M). The deal is accepted by our model as a minor overpay by Chicago.
Sox officially announce they've acquired outfielder Dominic Fletcher from the Diamondbacks in exchange for pitching prospect Cristian Mena.
The #WhiteSox have acquired outfielder Dominic Fletcher from the Arizona Diamondbacks in exchange for right-handed pitcher Cristian Mena.
Today the #Mariners reportedly acquired RHP Gregory Santos ($7.8M surplus trade value) from the #WhiteSox in exchange for OF Zack DeLoach ($4.5M), RHP Prelander Berroa ($3.3M) and a Comp B Pick ($2.0M). The deal is accepted by our model as a minor overpay by Seattle.
Report: White Sox to acquire Dominic Fletcher from Diamondbacks in exchange for pitching prospect https://t.co/DGgk34zib2
Don’t think the #WhiteSox did bad in the Santos trade. Berroa and DeLoach have some upside, and it’s always nice to get added draft flexibility. I am NOT a fan of trading Mena for Fletcher though. We will see how this plays out.
Report: White Sox trading for Dominic Fletcher https://t.co/WtrZRHqW54
Report: White Sox acquire Fletcher from D-Backs https://t.co/npOfhhdZli
BREAKING: The White Sox have traded RP Gregory Santos to the Mariners https://t.co/J4DGYZaV9F
The White Sox have made another deal today! They have acquired outfielder Dominic Fletcher in exchange for pitching prospect Cristian Mena, per multiple sources. https://t.co/YhRo2FeN1z
Quite a day for the White Sox. I love this deal. I'm a huge Dominic Fletcher fan. Comp'd him to Josh Reddick back in 2019. Was set to rank as the No. 13 prospect in the Diamondbacks system at @FSS_PLUS. Very high floor in my opinion. He's going to hit. Cristian Mena is a good… https://t.co/0H39JwmUk1
The Mariners have acquired reliever Gregory Santos from the White Sox in exchange for Prelander Berroa, Zach DeLoach, and the 69th pick in the 2024 draft, per @JeffPassan. The Mariners add another talented piece to an already loaded bullpen! https://t.co/BO8ulpvOun
The Mariners trade for a reliever https://t.co/eNiXqcO7EV
BREAKING 🚨 The White Sox traded Gregory Santos to the Seattle Mariners. Here's what they got in return: https://t.co/mDITHG64QJ
Mariners acquiring Gregory Santos from White Sox https://t.co/KKTn7C0rdq
White Sox To Acquire Dominic Fletcher https://t.co/M2feEER6DY https://t.co/KDoWCdILBZ
White Sox made another trade, per ESPN sources: They're getting outfielder Dominic Fletcher from the Arizona Diamondbacks for right-hander Cristian Mena. Between Fletcher and DeLoach, they've added to an outfield that was sorely lacking in depth.
Santos a really good get for Seattle. That Comp B pick is a nice pickup for the White Sox as well. They add about $1 million to their draft bonus pool. That affords to White Sox to have some fun in early rounds. Berroa was set to rank as the No. 11 prospect in the Mariners… https://t.co/RGgaPzs1Q4
Interesting. Seems the Mariners aren't concerned about Santos's elbow. Kills his fantasy value, of course. Berroa is a sleeper now, even if he is wild. I would think DeLoach takes over as the RF against RHP, though Colás might beat him out with a strong spring. https://t.co/7Hk0eiwpgm
Report: Mariners acquire Santos from White Sox in 3-player trade https://t.co/wlUv4jwSvs
Gregory Santos was one of Sox' brightest spots during 101-loss season, looking like potential future closer, even though he struggled late and ended season hurt. Prelander Berroa and Zach DeLoach both ranked as top-25 prospects in M's system by MLB dot com in middle of 2023. https://t.co/GAY9Ottifz
Can confirm. White Sox also have a deal in place for Diamondbacks CF Dominic Fletcher, sending right-hander Cristian Mena to Arizona. https://t.co/dmoQneLFMG
Oh Gregory Santos about to become a top 10 RP in MLB. Sick move for the Mariners https://t.co/0Day6i9utl
The Seattle Mariners are acquiring right-handed reliever Gregory Santos in a trade with the Chicago White Sox for right-hander Prelander Berroa, outfielder Zach DeLoach and the 69th pick in the 2024 draft, sources tell ESPN.