White Sox Ink Sean Newcomb to $4.5M Deal; Ready for Spring After Elbow Injury

The White Sox signed left-handed pitcher Sean Newcomb to a one-year, $4.5 million contract on December 23, 2025. Newcomb's 2025 campaign ended prematurely due to left elbow inflammation, but he is expected to be ready for spring training. Last season, he posted a 2-5 record with a 2.73 ERA for the Red Sox and A's, including a standout 1.75 ERA, 50:14 K:BB over 51.1 innings as a reliever for the Athletics. His exact role with Chicago, whether as a starter or reliever, is yet to be determined.