Alton Native Bryan Hudson Traded from White Sox to Mets

The 6-foot-8 left-handed pitcher will look to continue his MLB career in New York after stints with the Brewers and White Sox.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Bryan Hudson, a 2015 Alton High graduate and former Telegraph Prep Baseball Player of the Year, has been traded from the Chicago White Sox to the New York Mets. Hudson, a 6-foot-8 left-handed pitcher, spent last season splitting time between the Brewers and White Sox organizations, posting a 4.80 ERA in 16 total games. In 2024, he was a key part of the Brewers' bullpen, recording a 1.73 ERA and 0.72 WHIP over 62.2 innings.

Why it matters

Hudson's trade to the Mets represents another opportunity for the Alton native to showcase his talent at the major league level. After bouncing around between organizations, Hudson will look to solidify a spot in the Mets' bullpen and continue his professional baseball journey.

The details

The Mets acquired Hudson from the White Sox in a cash deal. Hudson spent the 2023 season splitting time between the Dodgers and their Triple-A affiliate, making six appearances for the Dodgers with a 7.27 ERA. In 2024, he had a breakout season with the Brewers, posting a 1.73 ERA and 0.72 WHIP over 62.2 innings. He was then traded to the White Sox last August, making four appearances for them to end the 2025 season.

  • Hudson was drafted by the Chicago Cubs following his senior year at Alton High School in 2015.
  • He made his MLB debut on June 17, 2023 with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
  • In 2024, Hudson had a stellar season with the Brewers, recording a 1.73 ERA and 0.72 WHIP over 62.2 innings.
  • The White Sox signed Hudson in July 2025 after he was designated for assignment by the Brewers.
  • On February 11, 2026, the White Sox traded Hudson to the New York Mets in a cash deal.

The players

Bryan Hudson

A 6-foot-8 left-handed pitcher from Alton, Illinois who was a two-time Telegraph Prep Baseball Player of the Year at Alton High School. He was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in 2015 and has spent the last several seasons bouncing between the major and minor leagues with the Dodgers, Brewers, and White Sox organizations.

New York Mets

A professional baseball team based in New York City that competes in Major League Baseball's National League East division.

Chicago White Sox

A professional baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois that competes in Major League Baseball's American League Central division.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Mets will look to integrate Hudson into their bullpen and provide him with an opportunity to solidify a spot on their major league roster during spring training.

The takeaway

Hudson's trade to the Mets represents another chance for the Alton native to showcase his talent at the MLB level after successful stints with the Brewers and White Sox. His journey highlights the perseverance required to make it to the majors, and Mets fans will be eager to see if he can carve out a role in their bullpen.