White Sox sign Randal Grichuk, who proves crucial ahead of postseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 4:12 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
The Chicago White Sox secured an AL wild card spot this season, attributed in part to the signing of Randal Grichuk, previously of the New York Yankees. Grichuk, signed for $1.25 million, has greatly exceeded expectations after his release from the Yankees, contributing substantially with a.299 batting average and 14 home runs over 100 games. His performance has helped solidify the Sox's outfield as they prepare for their playoff matchup. Grichuk is recognized as a key factor in the White Sox's return to the postseason after several losing seasons.
- •White Sox clinched an AL wild card spot for the postseason.
- •Randal Grichuk has 1.6 bWAR and 14 home runs this season.
- •Grichuk’s batting average stands at.299 with 42 RBIs.
- •He joined the White Sox after being released by the Yankees.
- •The White Sox aim to leverage Grichuk's performance in playoffs.
- 4:12 PMYahoo Sports — How White Sox's $1.25M signing of an ex-Yankees OF has been a 'godsend'
"This former Yankees outfielder has been a major addition for the White Sox.
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