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White Sox Designate Mike Clevinger for Assignment, Promote Steven Wilson

The struggling veteran reliever is removed from the roster as rising Triple-A pitcher Steven Wilson earns a call-up; Andrew Benintendi nears return from injury.

Overview

  • Mike Clevinger, who posted a 7.94 ERA in five relief outings, has been designated for assignment by the White Sox.
  • Clevinger signed a minor-league deal in early 2025 with hopes of becoming the team's closer but struggled to adapt to a bullpen role.
  • The White Sox have promoted Steven Wilson from Triple-A Charlotte, where he excelled with a 1.69 ERA and 10 strikeouts over 5 1/3 innings.
  • Wilson credits his resurgence to returning to his original pitching mechanics, which improved his fastball command and slider effectiveness.
  • Andrew Benintendi, sidelined with a left adductor strain since April 7, is expected to rejoin the lineup in the coming days without a rehab assignment.