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White Sox Sign Grichuk, Place Hays on Injured List

5/5/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Randal Grichuk signed with the Chicago White Sox on a $1.25 million deal after being designated for assignment by the Yankees.
The White Sox placed Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list due to a left calf strain.
Grichuk, a .250/.297/.464 career hitter with 212 home runs, is expected to bat mainly against left-handed pitchers.
The team moved Tanner Murray to the 60-day injured list to free a 40-man roster spot.

History

Historical Context

The 1994-95 MLB strike began on August 12 1994, halting the season and canceling the World Series for the first time since 1904; it was suspended on April 2 1995 after 232 days and 948 games lost. The dispute forced owners, led by commissioner Bud Selig, to tighten roster rules, a practice still seen in today’s White Sox and Yankees roster moves.

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Story summary

Randal Grichuk signed with the Chicago White Sox on a $1.25 million deal after being designated for assignment by the Yankees.
The White Sox placed Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list due to a left calf strain.
Grichuk, a .250/.297/.464 career hitter with 212 home runs, is expected to bat mainly against left-handed pitchers.
The team moved Tanner Murray to the 60-day injured list to free a 40-man roster spot.

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