And as a part of that, we want to make our presence felt in the areas where talent is coming from,” said Keller, a special assistant to the general manager for the White Sox, during a videoconference call Wednesday.

The Chicago White Sox have agreed to terms with 16 international players, including Cuban third baseman Alejandro Cruz and Venezuelan outfielder Orlando Patiño, who are ranked by Baseball America as No.

The Chicago White Sox have come to terms with another pitcher, signing Jonathan Heasley to a minor league deal. He'll get an invite to spring training out of the whole thing. The team put the announcement out on "X.