The Baltimore Orioles have officially claimed infielder Jacob Amaya from the Chicago White Sox via waivers. Amaya was previously designated for assignment by the White Sox following the signing of Josh Rojas. To accommodate Amaya on the roster, the Orioles have designated right-handed pitcher Roansy Contreras for assignment.

Amaya, once a top-10 prospect in the Los Angeles Dodgers' system, was traded to the Miami Marlins in 2023 for seasoned infielder Miguel Rojas. He made his MLB debut shortly after but faced challenges, leading to his designation and a subsequent trade to the Houston Astros. His tenure with the Astros was brief, and he was designated for assignment again in August, eventually being picked up by the White Sox.

During his brief stint in the big leagues, Amaya played in 23 games, posting a .179 batting average with three RBIs and one stolen base. Despite his struggles at the plate, he showed some defensive prowess, saving three runs at shortstop. Historically, Amaya has performed better in the minors, holding a .251 average with a .741 OPS over his career. However, with established infielders like Gunnar Henderson and Jackson Holliday ahead of him, his chances of securing a starting role with the Orioles appear slim. Nevertheless, with Jorge Mateo recovering from elbow surgery, Amaya may still vie for a roster spot as a backup infielder.

Josh Rojas, an infielder for the Chicago White Sox, can potentially earn up to $1 million in performance bonuses on top of his $3.5 million contract. The contract details, announced on January 8, include a $500,000 bonus based on games played, with incremental rewards for reaching game milestones.

Additionally, Rojas can earn another $500,000 through plate appearances. As a seasoned player, Rojas has a track record of performance, hitting .225 with eight home runs and 31 RBIs last season with Seattle. The 30-year-old's career batting average stands at .247, showcasing his potential as a key player for the White Sox.

Infielder Josh Rojas has signed a deal with the Chicago White Sox that could see him earn up to $1 million in performance bonuses on top of his $3.5 million salary. The agreement, announced on January 8, outlines a structure where Rojas can receive $500,000 based on the number of games played, with additional incentives linked to his plate appearances.

Last season, Rojas played 143 games with the Seattle Mariners, where he posted a .225 batting average, alongside eight home runs, 31 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases. His performance led to free agency after the Mariners opted not to extend a 2025 contract offer.

The Chicago White Sox have bolstered their pitching staff by signing left-handed pitcher Martin Perez to a one-year deal, pending a physical examination. Perez, who spent time with both Pittsburgh and San Diego last season, recorded a 5-6 record and a 4.53 ERA over 26 starts. In his career, he has made 314 major league appearances, with a 90-87 record and a 4.44 ERA.

Last season, Perez faced challenges, including a stint on the injured list due to a groin strain, but he closed the season strong with a 3-1 record and a 3.46 ERA in his final ten starts with the Padres. The White Sox, coming off a dismal 2024 season with a record of 41-121, are looking for a turnaround.

Additionally, infielder Josh Rojas has joined the team with a one-year, $3.5 million contract, while Jake Amaya has been designated for assignment. Rojas struggled last season with the Mariners, hitting .225 with eight home runs and 31 RBIs. The White Sox also made roster adjustments, assigning outfielder Corey Julks to Triple-A Charlotte and claiming infielder Braden Shewmake off waivers from the Kansas City Royals.

The Chicago White Sox have bolstered their pitching rotation by signing left-handed starter Martín Pérez to a one-year contract. The deal, which is subject to a physical, comes as the team aims to improve after a challenging 2024 season where they set a major league record with 121 losses.

Pérez, who spent last season with the Pittsburgh Pirates and San Diego Padres, finished the year with a 5-6 record and a 4.53 ERA over 26 starts. The 33-year-old has a career record of 90-87 with a 4.44 ERA in 314 appearances, including 269 starts.

After recovering from a left groin strain that sidelined him for roughly a month, Pérez closed out his tenure with Pittsburgh strongly, allowing no runs in his final start before being traded to San Diego. He made a positive impact for the Padres, securing a 3-1 record and a 3.46 ERA in his last ten starts, though he did not participate in the postseason.

In addition to signing Pérez, the White Sox also finalized a $3.5 million, one-year deal with infielder Josh Rojas, who had a blend of power and speed with eight homers and ten steals in 143 games for Seattle last season. Meanwhile, infielder Jake Amaya was designated for assignment as part of the team's roster adjustments.