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Red Sox Trade Hicks, Sandlin to White Sox

2/3/2026

Summary

Red Sox Trade Hicks

The Boston Red Sox traded Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the Chicago White Sox for Gage Ziehl, with $8 million covering Hicks' remaining salary.
Hicks posted an 8.20 ERA in Boston.
Sandlin was viewed as a promising arm but became expendable due to financial constraints.
The White Sox plan to use Hicks as a starter or reliever.

Summary

Red Sox Seek Infielder

The Boston Red Sox traded Jordan Hicks to the Chicago White Sox, creating payroll space for potential moves.
Insiders Jen McCaffrey and Ken Rosenthal say the Red Sox still seek an infielder.
Fans expressed disappointment over not signing Eugenio Suárez.
Pitchers and catchers report for Spring Training by February 10, giving the team time to pursue deals before the season.

History

Historical Context

In 2012, the Boston Red Sox traded Adrian Gonzalez, Carl Crawford, and Josh Beckett to the Los Angeles Dodgers, shedding $250 million in contracts to rebuild after a disappointing 69-93 season. This marked a shift towards financial flexibility. The recent trade of Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the Chicago White Sox for Gage Ziehl, with $8 million covering Hicks' salary, continues this trend of balancing competitiveness with fiscal responsibility.

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Red Sox Trade Hicks

The Boston Red Sox traded Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin to the Chicago White Sox for Gage Ziehl, with $8 million covering Hicks' remaining salary.
Hicks posted an 8.20 ERA in Boston.
Sandlin was viewed as a promising arm but became expendable due to financial constraints.
The White Sox plan to use Hicks as a starter or reliever.

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