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When the Chicago White Sox announced their Opening Day roster, one name was surprisingly missing. Curtis Mead was part of the organization's return package for standout arm Adrian Houser.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / March 29

Korey Lee to stay with the Chicago White Sox

One of the more intriguing decisions that the Chicago White Sox had to make early on was with Korey Lee. The catcher was projected to make the Opening Day roster after the Kyle Teel injury, but would wind up missing out after Reese McGuire was signed late in Spring Training.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 28

White Sox Outright Korey Lee

Catcher Korey Lee has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Triple-A, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. Lee was designated for assignment by the White Sox three days ago after being informed that he wouldn’t make the Opening Day roster.

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Athletics News / Athletics on SI / March 25

Don’t Be Surprised If the A’s Pounce on This DFA’d White Sox Player

With Opening Day here for the New York Yankees and San Francisco Giants, and looming for the rest of baseball, there have been a slew of roster moves as clubs have been making their final roster additions and subtractions before their own seasons kick off.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

White Sox Designate Curtis Mead, Korey Lee For Assignment

The White Sox announced Wednesday that infielder Curtis Mead and catcher Korey Lee have been designated for assignment. Both were out of minor league options, and neither player made the Opening Day roster.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22

White Sox Won’t Include Korey Lee On Opening Day Roster

Catcher Korey Lee won’t be breaking camp with the White Sox, according to MLB.com’s Scott Merkin. Since Lee is out of minor league options, the Sox would

Athletics News / Dice City Sports / March 11

A’s rip three homers, erase 3-run hole to win fourth straight 11-7

The Athletics kept the good spring rolling Tuesday afternoon. Oakland erased an early three-run hole, blasted three home runs and finished off the White Sox 11-7 at Hohokam Stadium for its fourth straight win.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / August 25, 2025

Korey Lee Makes Impact In Return To Chicago White Sox Lineup

CHICAGO –– Korey Lee was ready. On the second Major League pitch he's seen since June 5, he drove Kansas City Royals starter Noah Cameron's changeup 392 feet to left field for a two-run home run.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / August 22, 2025

Chicago White Sox To Carry Three Catchers After Promoting Korey Lee

CHICAGO –– Korey Lee's third season with the White Sox has come with an injury, promotions and demotions. But through all the ups and downs, he's learned that one thing hasn't changed.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / July 15, 2025

Padres Interested in White Sox Catcher as Trade Deadline Nears: Report

Entering the All-Star break, San Diego Padres catchers had combined for -1.8 Wins Above Replacement according to Baseball Reference, 30th in Major League Baseball.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / July 15, 2025

Chicago White Sox catcher drawing trade interest from San Diego Padres: Report

It is well established that the Chicago White Sox will be sellers at the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Furthermore, most of the candidates to be dealt have been revealed.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 14, 2025

Padres reportedly looking to upgrade this continued weak spot

The San Diego Padres have not had the same primary catcher in consecutive years since Austin Hedges from 2017-20. That may change ahead of the July 31 trade deadline.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 14, 2025

Padres Interested In Korey Lee

The Padres are known to be looking for help behind the plate, and their search for catching has extended to the Windy City. The Athletic’s Dennis Lin reports that the Padres have interest in White Sox catcher Korey Lee, who has spent much of the 2025 season either on the big league injured list or at Triple-A Charlotte.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 6, 2025

White Sox Designate Ryan Cusick For Assignment, Option Korey Lee

The White Sox announced that they have selected the contract of catcher Kyle Teel, a move that was reported yesterday. In a corresponding active roster move, fellow catcher Korey Lee has been optioned to Triple-A Charlotte.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / May 27, 2025

Chicago White Sox Activate Catcher Korey Lee From Injured List

Catcher Korey Lee has returned to the White Sox ahead of Tuesday's 6:10 p.m. CT game against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Lee was placed on the injured list on April 10 after suffering a left ankle sprain in Cleveland.

Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / May 3, 2025

Chicago White Sox get an important update on one injured player: Report

The Chicago White Sox have had to endure injury after injury since the first pitch of spring training was thrown. Luckily they will be getting a few players back, with utility man Josh Rojas wrapping up his rehab stint with the Charlotte Knights and should be back soon.

Chicago White Sox News / Field Level Media / April 10, 2025

White Sox place C Korey Lee, OF Mike Tauchman on IL

The Chicago White Sox placed catcher Korey Lee and outfielder Mike Tauchman on the 10-day injured list Thursday. Lee, 26, was helped off the field after rolling his left ankle in the sixth inning of Wednesday's 3-2 loss at Cleveland.

Chicago White Sox News / Just Baseball / March 9, 2025

Elite Catching Prospect Tandem Is a Key to the White Sox Future

The Chicago White Sox face a long path on their way back into contention, but they are better positioned for the future right now than they have been in previous seasons.

Chicago White Sox News / Fastball on SI / September 6, 2024

Chicago White Sox Catcher Korey Lee Scratched From Lineup Due to Back Injury

Catcher Korey Lee has been scratched from the Chicago White Sox's lineup ahead of a Friday night showdown with the Boston Red Sox, the team has announced.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 3, 2024

MLB home run props for 6/3: The wind's blowing out at Coors

We had a profitable run in home run props last week, highlighted by Korey Lee going yard on Wednesday to cash our +900 ticket. Let's channel some of that magic and target three HR bets for Monday's MLB slate.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 31, 2024

MLB home run props for 5/31: A solid matchup at a great price

We weren't able to follow up our +900 cash on Korey Lee with a home run prop winner on Thursday night, but we can still finish the week strong.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 30, 2024

MLB home run props for 5/30: Angels' Pillar of strength

Are you not entertained!? With two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, Korey Lee went yard to cash our +900 home run ticket. That's the biggest score we've had all year, but it doesn't mean we're satisfied.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 29, 2024

MLB home run props for 5/29: Good matchup, good price for Trevino

Boom! We cashed Freddie Freeman at +500 to go yard on Tuesday night. Let's keep the momentum rolling with three more HR props for Wednesday night's MLB slate.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / May 15, 2024