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White Sox consider DFA for reliever Jordan Hicks amid poor performance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 2:04 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

White Sox consider DFA for reliever Jordan Hicks amid poor performance

Summary

Chicago White Sox reliever Jordan Hicks, currently on the injured list due to a right lat strain, has struggled in his appearances this season, posting a 5.60 ERA in 20 outings. Despite the team's overall success, sitting three games above.500 and in contention for the American League Central, Hicks' performance has led to speculation about a potential designation for assignment. The White Sox might make a decision on Hicks upon his return to the roster later this month, especially if they cannot find a trade partner. He is set to earn an additional $8 million next season, making him one of the highest-paid players on the team.

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Status Watch

•Jordan Hicks has a 5.60 ERA in 20 appearances this season.
•He is currently on the injured list with a right lat strain.
•The White Sox are competing in the AL Central, sitting at 34-31.
•Hicks is due $8 million next season, complicating his potential DFA.
•The White Sox may decide his fate upon his return later this month.

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2:04 PMYahoo Sports — White Sox's $8 million reliever could be on the bad side of a DFA

What they're saying

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Chicago White Sox reliever Jordan Hicks has pitched poorly for the team this season and could be designated for assignment once he comes off the injured list.
— Yahoo Sports

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