1B/OF Joey Gallo released by the Chicago White Sox
- The Chicago White Sox released Outfielder-First Baseman Joey Gallo after he struggled during spring training, hitting.100 with 11 strikeouts in nine games.
- Gallo announced on social media his intention to pursue a career as a pitcher after his release.
- He has a career average of.194 with 208 home runs and 453 RBIs over 10 seasons.
- Mason Adams, a top pitching prospect for the White Sox, is dealing with a flexor strain in his right elbow.
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Joey Gallo, released by White Sox, says he's converting to pitcher
The Chicago White Sox granted outfielder-first baseman Joey Gallo his unconditional release on Sunday, and he announced on social media that he intends to continue his career as a pitcher. Gallo signed a minor league deal with an invitation to…
Joey Gallo Announces He Wants To Be An MLB Pitcher Following White Sox Release
Sometimes, you just gotta try and reinvent yourself. MLB veteran Joey Gallo, a 31-year-old career .194 hitter, was released by the Chicago White Sox after another poor Spring Training at the plate. That poor showing included one of the worst challenges in the history of challenges. Although, to be fair to Gallo, this is the first year that MLB players can challenge ball or strike calls. It was probably at this point that Gallo realized a reinven…
Former All-Star slugger Joey Gallo released by White Sox
Joey Gallo has been released by the Chicago White Sox after the veteran slugger struggled in nine Cactus League games with the team. The White Sox announced the move. The first baseman/outfielder was in camp on a minor league contract. The 31-year-old Gallo hit .161 with 10 homers, 27 RBIs and 102 strikeouts in 223 at-bats with Washington last season. Gallo’s $8 million mutual option was declined by the Nationals in November. The two-time All-St…
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