White Sox Trade for Blue Jays’ Will Robertson

The Toronto Blue Jays traded outfielder Will Robertson to the Chicago White Sox for cash considerations after designating him for assignment to clear space on their 40-man roster. Robertson, 27, had recently made his MLB debut with Toronto, playing three games and going 1-for-10, but posted strong Triple-A numbers this season with a .292 average, 14 home runs, and 44 RBIs for Buffalo. He will report to Triple-A Charlotte for the White Sox but could be called up if Chicago, expected to be sellers at the trade deadline due to their poor record, moves an outfielder such as Luis Robert Jr. The trade gives Toronto added financial flexibility ahead of the deadline, while the White Sox acquire a power-hitting outfield prospect who may benefit from a new environment.