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White Sox call up of Korey Lee gives manager Will Venable no more excuses

As the Chicago White Sox headed home to begin a 10-game homestand on Friday evening, a roster move that was long speculated by fans finally came to be.

The White Sox called up catcher Korey Lee from Triple-A Charlotte, and designated struggling veteran Josh Rojas for assignment.

Prior to tonight’s series opener vs. Minnesota, the Chicago White Sox recalled catcher Korey Lee from Class AAA Charlotte and designated infielder Josh Rojas for assignment.

The White Sox 40-man roster decreases to 38.— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) August 22, 2025

Rojas has not lived up to his contract

Rojas, 31, took a one-year deal with with White Sox in free agency this past offseason, looking to regain some value after a tough 2024.