White Sox DFA Clevinger, Promote Wilson Amid Rebuild

The Chicago White Sox designated pitcher Mike Clevinger for assignment and subsequently outrighted him to Triple-A Charlotte following a poor start to the season, including a 7.94 ERA in eight appearances and a rough outing against the Athletics. In response, the team promoted reliever Steven Wilson from Triple-A, where he posted a 1.69 ERA and 10 strikeouts in five games. Wilson, previously off the 40-man roster, is set to begin in middle relief with potential for a larger bullpen role. The White Sox continue to rebuild, focusing on developing young talent, and may move key players like Luis Robert Jr. by the trade deadline. Separately, the Boston Red Sox designated former Tigers Rookie of the Year Michael Fulmer for assignment after only one post-surgery appearance, underscoring challenges for veteran pitchers this season.