The White Sox have designated outfielder Jarred Kelenic for assignment following his unsuccessful stint in the majors. Kelenic, 26, had shown promise in Triple-A with strong on-base numbers but struggled significantly in the big leagues, posting a .226 batting average and a high strikeout rate over 19 games. He now faces uncertainty as he enters DFA limbo, with the chance for either a trade or free agency looming.

By the Numbers
  • Kelenic had a batting average of .226 with a 10.2% walk rate in 19 major league games this season.
  • In Triple-A, he slashed .202/.346/.464 with a striking 18.3% walk rate over 26 games.
State of Play
  • Kelenic has a career batting line of .211/.283/.374 over 1,547 plate appearances in the majors.
  • The White Sox have selected infielder/outfielder Rikuu Nishida to take his place on the roster.
What's Next

Kelenic will enter the waiver process, which lasts 48 hours, after which he may clear waivers and become a free agent. His next steps will depend on whether he can attract interest from other teams or opts for free agency if he goes unclaimed.

Bottom Line

The White Sox's decision to designate Kelenic underscores the challenges faced by former top prospects who struggle to transition to Major League success. His future now hinges on the waiver process and potential interest from other MLB teams.