Chicago’s White Sox added right‑handed reliever Huascar Brazobán to their roster on Monday, completing a trade with the New York Mets just before the league’s 5 p.m. Central time trade deadline. The 36‑year‑old pitcher, who posted a 2.56 ERA over 46 appearances this season, joins a bullpen that the club hopes to solidify as the regular season enters its final stretch.
The acquisition was reported by MLB beat writer Ken Rosenthal, who confirmed the deal was finalized in the last minutes before the deadline. Brazobán’s track record of consistent middle‑relief work provides the White Sox with a proven arm capable of handling high‑leverage situations. His performance this year, marked by a sub‑3.00 ERA, suggests he can contribute immediately without a steep adjustment period.
Chicago’s front office has been active in the days leading up to the deadline, a period when MLB teams routinely shuffle rosters to address needs and improve playoff chances. By securing Brazobán, the White Sox aim to add depth and reliability to a staff that has faced occasional fatigue and inconsistency. The move also reflects a broader strategy of reinforcing the bullpen rather than pursuing high‑profile, high‑cost acquisitions.
The trade underscores the urgency teams feel as the regular season winds down, with the deadline serving as a final opportunity to make impactful changes. With Brazobán now in Chicago, the White Sox will assess how his presence influences late‑inning matchups as they push toward the postseason.