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Jake Rogers news
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The gist
Jake Rogers was claimed off waivers by the White Sox on Aug 14, his fourth team in 17 days. The 31-year-old catcher returns to Detroit for a weekend series against.
Background
Jake Rogers, a 31-year-old catcher, was designated for assignment by the Detroit Tigers in late July, then traded to the Orioles, then to the Red Sox in the Adley Rutschman deal, and now claimed by the White Sox. He is known as a strong defensive catcher with a light bat, batting .161 with Detroit this season.
How it unfolded
- Jul 30, 2026Tigers trade Rogers to Orioles for minor league reliever Zane Barnhart.
- Aug 3, 2026Orioles trade Rogers to Red Sox in deal that sends Adley Rutschman to Boston.
- Aug 11, 2026Red Sox designate Rogers for assignment to make room for Rutschman returning from IL.
- Aug 14, 2026White Sox claim Rogers off waivers, making him their catcher for the series against Detroit.
Who’s saying what
- Tigers manager
- AJ Hinch joked Rogers will be 'an incredible answer on the Immaculate Grid.'
- Tigers player
- Spencer Torkelson said he's excited to see him and will keep banter at a minimum when he's behind the plate.