Overview

• Teel made his MLB debut on June 6, 2025, starting at catcher for Chicago against the Kansas City Royals
• The 23-year-old prospect was acquired from Boston in December’s deal that sent Garrett Crochet to the Red Sox
• He batted .295 with eight home runs and 30 RBIs in 50 games for Triple-A Charlotte before his promotion
• Chicago optioned catcher Korey Lee to Triple-A and designated right-hander Ryan Cusick for assignment to clear space
• Teel is expected to share catching duties with Edgar Quero and could also see time in corner outfield or as designated hitter to keep his bat in the lineup