Michael Saunders Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 4" / 225 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 11/19/1986 (37)
- Experience
- 9
- College
- Tallahassee CC
Michael Saunders Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Michael Saunders News
The Chicago White Sox have released minor league outfielder Michael Saunders. Saunders hit just .151 over 51 plate appearances for Triple-A Charlotte. Saunders made the All-Star team in 2016 but has struggled since. The White Sox were the second organization that Saunders has been with in 2018. The outfielder will have to settle for another minor league deal if he wants to continue his career.
The Chicago White Sox have signed free-agent outfielder Michael Saunders. Saunders opted out of a minor league contract with the Orioles on May 15. Saunders struggled for Triple-A Norfolk with a .161 batting average in 103 plate appearances. Saunders lands in a good spot with White Sox outfielders Avisail Garcia (hamstring) and Nick Delmonico (hand) both on the disabled list. Saunders will first report to Triple-A Charlotte and likely has an opt-out clause if he isnt promoted to the big leagues at a certain date.
Baltimore Orioles outfielder Michael Saunders has been granted his release by the Orioles after exercising the opt-out clause in his contract. An All-Star just two years ago, Saunders had been hitting .161 with one home run for Triple-A Norfolk. Saunders will look for a new team to take a chance on him and reach the majors for the first time this year.