LaMonte Wade Jr. released by White Sox, seeks new team in free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
LaMonte Wade Jr., a five-year veteran infielder formerly with the San Francisco Giants, has been released by the Chicago White Sox from his minor-league contract. The White Sox decided to cut Wade amid a rebuilding phase and are focusing on younger options, including first-rounder Jacob Gonzalez. Wade struggled to secure a big-league promotion despite opportunities and had a challenging stint in both the majors and minors. He will now explore options in free agency as he looks for a new opportunity with another team.
- •Wade released by White Sox after brief tenure.
- •Chicago focusing on younger players during rebuild.
- •Struggled to gain promotion despite an injury to Munetaka Murakami.
- •Wade batted.167 with one homer for the Giants before being traded.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Giants’ 5-Year Veteran Infielder Cut From New AL Team, Set To Test Market
"A former San Francisco Giants fan favorite was released by his new team after a very brief stint.
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