White Sox Trade Lenyn Sosa to Blue Jays for Young Prospect

Chicago sends versatile infielder to Toronto in exchange for minor league outfielder Jordan Rich

Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:37pm

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A fractured, cubist-style painting depicting the motion of a baseball player sliding or rounding the bases, with sharp geometric planes in vibrant colors like blue, red, and yellow, conveying the energy and movement of the sport.The White Sox trade of Lenyn Sosa to the Blue Jays signals a shift towards the future, as the team makes room for its top young infield prospects.Today in Milwaukee

The Chicago White Sox have traded infielder Lenyn Sosa to the Toronto Blue Jays in exchange for minor league outfielder Jordan Rich and either a player to be named later or cash considerations. Sosa, 26, had become a reliable role player for the White Sox in recent years, appearing in over 100 games in both 2024 and 2025 and providing versatility across the infield. The return for the White Sox is the 18-year-old Rich, who was a 17th round draft pick by the Blue Jays in 2025 and is yet to play in a professional game.

Why it matters

This trade opens up a roster spot for the White Sox, who have several young infielders like Sam Antonacci, William Bergolla Jr., and Jacob Gonzalez waiting in the wings at Triple-A. While Sosa was a useful piece, the White Sox are looking to the future and this move could pave the way for one of their top prospects to get a chance at the MLB level.

The details

Sosa had become a fixture in the White Sox lineup in recent years, slashing .264/.293/.434 with 518 at-bats in 2025. He provided versatility by playing all over the infield, including second base, third base, and designated hitter. The Blue Jays, who have been hit hard by injuries to start the season, are likely hoping Sosa can provide some stability and experience to their roster. In return, the White Sox receive the 18-year-old Rich, a speedy outfielder who was a 17th round draft pick in 2025 but has yet to play in a professional game.

  • The trade was announced on Monday, April 13, 2026.

The players

Lenyn Sosa

A 26-year-old infielder who had become a reliable role player for the White Sox in recent seasons, appearing in over 100 games in both 2024 and 2025.

Jordan Rich

An 18-year-old outfielder who was selected by the Blue Jays in the 17th round of the 2025 MLB Draft, but has yet to play in a professional game.

Chris Getz

The general manager of the Chicago White Sox who orchestrated this trade.

Will Venable

The manager of the Chicago White Sox who had been utilizing Sosa in a variety of roles, including at second base and designated hitter.

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What they’re saying

“Losing Lenyn Sosa does sting a little for the White Sox. While he had very clearly maxed out his potential on the South Side, he turned into a pretty reliable and flexible roster piece over the years.”

— Instant Grade

What’s next

The White Sox now have an open roster spot, which could potentially go to infielder Sam Antonacci, who had a strong spring training and is waiting in Triple-A.

The takeaway

This trade signals the White Sox are looking to the future, opening up playing time for their top young infield prospects while adding a long-term project piece in Jordan Rich. While Lenyn Sosa provided value as a versatile role player, the White Sox are betting on their farm system to help take the next step this season.