Blue Jays Acquire Lenyn Sosa - MLB Trade Rumors
The Jays and Sox make a rare trade of note in mid-April.
www.mlbtraderumors.comHere’s the latest on Lenyn Sosa trade:
The Toronto Blue Jays acquired infielder Lenyn Sosa from the Chicago White Sox in mid-April 2026. The return package included minor-league outfielder Jordan Rich and either a player to be named later or cash considerations. This move was part of Toronto reshaping its infield depth as injuries mounted for regulars [source: MLB Trade Rumors coverage of the deal].[1][2]
Sosa’s 2025 season was his best to date, with 22 homers and 75 RBIs in 140 games, according to team reports and MLB.com recaps; through early 2026 he had been facing a slower start before the trade. The White Sox cited entering a staggered playing-time scenario and market timing as reasons for moving him.[3][4][5][1]
The trade was publicly announced by both clubs and covered widely by sports outlets, with analysis noting Sosa’s defensive versatility (primarily a second baseman, with looks at first and third) and his potential three-year club control depending on options and roster needs.[2][4][1]
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The Jays and Sox make a rare trade of note in mid-April.
www.mlbtraderumors.comThe Blue Jays have acquired infielder Lenyn Sosa from the White Sox, according to announcements from both clubs. In exchange, Chicago receives minor league outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later or cash considerations. The Jays transferred right-hander Shane Bieber to the 60-day injured list to open a 40-man spot. Sosa is out of options and will also need an active roster spot once he reports to the team.
www.mlbtraderumors.comThe Blue Jays and White Sox came together on an early-season trade Monday, the clubs announced. Chicago is sending infielder Lenyn Sosa to Toronto in exchange for 18-year-old outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later or cash. Sosa, 26, had his best season in 2025, slashing .264/.293/.434
www.mlb.comThe Blue Jays added more offensive depth to the tea, as Lenyn Sosa comes over in a one-for-one trade with the White Sox.
newbaseballmedia.comThe Chicago White Sox started their week with a surprise early-season trade. The team announced on Monday that familiar face Lenyn Sosa has been sent to the To
www.si.comSosa has went 7-for-23 in April after starting the season 0-for-10 in March. He'll add depth for the Blue Jays who continue to deal with injuries across the board.
www.fantasypros.comThe Blue Jays and White Sox came together on an early-season trade Monday, the clubs announced. Chicago is sending infielder Lenyn Sosa to Toronto in exchange for 18-year-old outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later or cash. Sosa, 26, had his best season in 2025, slashing .264/.293/.434
www.mlb.comThe Toronto Blue Jays acquired infielder Lenyn Sosa from the Chicago White Sox for minor-league outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later or cash, the clubs announced Monday.Sosa has gone 7-for-33 with three RBIs over 12 games this season. The 26-year-old went deep 22 times with 75 RBIs and a .727 OPS across 140 contests in 2025.The Blue Jays could use Sosa's defensive versatility amid a wave of injuries that's sidelined George Springer, Addison Barger, and Alejandro Kirk.Sosa has...
www.thescore.comThe Blue Jays acquired Sosa from the White Sox on Monday in exchange for outfielder Jordan Rich and a player to be named later or cash considerations.
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