Dustin Harris opts out of White Sox contract, seeks new opportunity

Outfielder Dustin Harris has opted out of his contract with the Chicago White Sox as of July 2. After not receiving a promotion to the major leagues by the July 1 cut-off, he will pursue free agency. Harris had brief stints in the MLB with both the White Sox and Houston Astros this season, but he performed well at Triple-A Charlotte, batting.312 with six home runs in 45 games. With a crowded roster, the White Sox likely won't miss him as they focus on competing for a division title. Harris's decision came as the White Sox have strengthened their outfield depth significantly since the beginning of the season, creating a challenging environment for him to secure consistent major league playing time.

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