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White Sox Trade for José Urquidy, Send Felix Doroteo

7/27/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Chicago White Sox acquired right-hander José Urquidy from the Pittsburgh Pirates for prospect Felix Doroteo.
The Pirates placed Urquidy on assignment on July 24 to free a 40-man spot for catcher Shawn Ross.
Urquidy signed a deal, posted an 8.53 ERA over 6.1 innings, and was sent to Triple-A on April 17.
In Triple-A he threw 83.2 innings in 17 starts with a 3.66 ERA.
The Pirates received 21-year-old Felix Doroteo.

History

Historical Context

In July 2024 the White Sox traded for right-hander José Urquidy, sending top prospect Felix Doroteo to Pittsburgh, echoing past roster-retool moves. A similar pattern appeared in 1977 when the Pirates joined a four-team, 11-player blockbuster that acquired John Milner from New York and added future talent, showing clubs have long swapped veterans for prospects to balance payroll and depth.

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Story summary

The Chicago White Sox acquired right-hander José Urquidy from the Pittsburgh Pirates for prospect Felix Doroteo.
The Pirates placed Urquidy on assignment on July 24 to free a 40-man spot for catcher Shawn Ross.
Urquidy signed a deal, posted an 8.53 ERA over 6.1 innings, and was sent to Triple-A on April 17.
In Triple-A he threw 83.2 innings in 17 starts with a 3.66 ERA.
The Pirates received 21-year-old Felix Doroteo.

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