Just three days after being designated for assignment by the New York Yankees, Randal Grichuk has agreed to an MLB deal with the Chicago White Sox, according to reports. Chicago will need to make corresponding moves to clear space on both the active roster and 40-man roster. Adding the veteran makes sense for the White Sox, considering they have been playing competitive baseball this season.
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Apr 24, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Randal Grichuk (34) sliding safely into home in the seventh inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn ImagesA Short Stint in New York
Grichuk’s time in the Bronx was brief. The 34-year-old made the team out of camp on a minor league deal and served primarily in a platoon role off the bench, seeing most of his opportunities against left-handed pitching. However, the production never followed.
In limited action, he hit:
- .194 batting average
- .212 on-base percentage
- 0 home runs
- 10 strikeouts in 33 plate appearances
That lack of impact ultimately led to his DFA.
Apr 18, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Randal Grichuk (34) watches his RBI sacrifice fly against the Kansas City Royals during the eighth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn ImagesA Specialist Looking to Rebound
While his recent numbers are underwhelming, Grichuk’s track record suggests there’s still value—especially in a matchup-specific role. From 2022–2024, he was one of the most productive hitters in baseball against left-handed pitching, posting:
- .317 average
- .367 OBP
- .573 slugging percentage
He also racked up:
- 25 home runs
- 34 doubles
- 4 triples
That’s the version of Grichuk the White Sox are betting on.
Mar 27, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Randal Grichuk (34) before the game against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn ImagesA Low-Risk Move for Chicago
For the White Sox, this is a classic low-risk, potential-reward signing. Grichuk brings veteran experience, power potential, and a clear role against left-handed pitching. If he regains his previous form, he could quickly become a valuable piece in the lineup.
If not, the commitment is minimal. Randal Grichuk didn’t find his footing in New York. But in Chicago, he gets another shot. And for a player with a proven ability to mash left-handed pitching, it might not take much for this move to pay off.
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