Overview
- Eric Haase signed a minor-league contract with the Chicago White Sox and was assigned to Triple-A Charlotte, a move announced in late July to bolster organizational depth.
- Haase, 33, was released by the San Francisco Giants after appearing in 29 MLB games this season and posted a .162/.235/.365 line with four homers in 84 plate appearances.
- Known for above-average power and a high strikeout rate, Haase has a career slash line near .224/.276/.394 and is viewed as a depth/bench option rather than a polished everyday defensive catcher.
- Chicago pursued the signing after prospect Kyle Teel suffered a high-ankle sprain, which prompted the recall of Edgar Quero and increased the club’s need for catching depth in Triple-A alongside Korey Lee.
- The Haase deal is a short-term, low-risk option and the White Sox remain connected to the trade market for an MLB-level catcher, with Jonah Heim, Tyler Stephenson, Joey Bart and Luis Torrens mentioned in recent reports.