Overview
- Chicago acquires the 27-year-old left-hander, with Boston receiving 21-year-old Single-A catcher Ronny Hernandez.
- Murphy returned from April 2024 Tommy John surgery to post a 3.12 ERA over 34 2/3 MLB innings in 2025.
- The deal adds a controllable, optionable arm to the rebuilding White Sox as they evaluate bullpen depth and potential starting options for 2026.
- Reports indicate the Red Sox are adding pitchers Shane Drohan, David Sandlin and Tyler Uberstine to the 40-man roster to secure Rule 5 protection.
- On a busy day of roster moves, Boston also traded Luis Guerrero to the Rays for Tristan Gray and designated Nathaniel Lowe and Josh Winckowski for assignment.