Thu Jan 02 15:10:00 UTC 2025: **White Sox Ink Infielder Josh Rojas to One-Year Deal**
**Chicago, IL – January 2, 2025** – The Chicago White Sox have signed infielder Josh Rojas to a one-year contract, according to a report by Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Financial terms of the deal have not yet been disclosed.
Rojas, 31, was non-tendered by the Seattle Mariners in November, a surprising move given his strong start to the 2024 season. While he posted a .318/.408/.530 slash line in April, his performance significantly declined throughout the rest of the year. This downturn led the Mariners to decline his projected $4.3 million contract for 2025.
Despite his inconsistent hitting, Rojas’s defensive versatility makes him an attractive addition to the White Sox. He boasts excellent defensive metrics at second and third base over the past two seasons, and also possesses experience at shortstop and in the outfield.
The White Sox’s infield is currently a mix of young talent and unproven players, including Miguel Vargas, Lenyn Sosa, Jacob Amaya, and Brooks Baldwin. Rojas is expected to compete for playing time at second and/or third base, particularly against right-handed pitching, where he historically performs better. His presence could also make him a valuable trade chip at the midseason deadline.
The signing of Rojas marks another move by the White Sox in what appears to be a rebuilding year. While some fans have expressed skepticism about the move, others see it as a low-risk acquisition that could provide valuable defensive contributions and a potential boost to their infield. The team’s front office appears to be betting on Rojas’s defensive capabilities and hoping to see a resurgence in his offensive production. His signing also leaves several other free-agent infielders still available on the market.
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