Overview
- Chicago announced the waiver claim on January 7, placing Rolison on the 40-man roster and bringing the count to 37 players.
- The White Sox had designated Rolison for assignment to clear a roster spot for free-agent addition Sean Newcomb.
- A 2018 first-round pick by the Rockies, Rolison reached the majors in 2025 and recorded a 7.02 ERA over 42 1/3 innings.
- He logged a 3.34 ERA with strong strikeout, walk, and ground-ball rates in Triple-A, but his 2025 MLB stint featured a 93 mph fastball and a high home-run rate.
- Rolison’s offseason has featured rapid moves through multiple clubs, going from the Rockies to the Braves to the White Sox before landing with the Cubs.