Max Stassi's Trade to the White Sox Provides Veteran Catcher Boost

The Chicago White Sox have acquired veteran catcher Max Stassi from the Atlanta Braves, with the Braves covering most of his $7 million salary for 2024. Stassi, who didn't play in 2023 due to a hip injury and family leave, brings a mix of offensive and defensive skills, but his recent performance raises questions about his ability to rebound. However, the advantage of trading for Stassi instead of signing a free agent catcher is that the White Sox don't have to make promises about playing time. Stassi will join the team, paid mostly by Atlanta, and could benefit from the lack of proven options at catcher.