Chicago White Sox sign outfielder Joey Wiemer to minor‑league contract

The Chicago White Sox have signed 27‑year‑old outfielder Joey Wiemer to a minor‑league deal. Wiemer, who was released by the Washington Nationals after a struggling stint in Triple‑A, will report to the White Sox’s Triple‑A affiliate in Charlotte, providing non‑roster depth in the outfield.

Wiemer, a former top‑100 prospect, posted a career slash line of .216/.296/.380 in the majors and has struggled recently in the minors, hitting .196/.277/.257. The move comes as the White Sox also released outfielder Austin Hays and lost outfield depth when St. Louis claimed Everson Pereira off waivers.