Frequently Asked Questions
Who is David Robertson and why do the White Sox want to trade him?
David Robertson is the Chicago White Sox closer who has proven he knows what it takes to close games at the MLB level. The White Sox are in rebuild mode and are looking to trade him for catching help rather than keep a veteran closer on a team not yet ready to contend.
Why are the Nationals interested in trading for David Robertson?
The Nationals are a contender looking to unseat the Cubs in the National League, but their closer situation is weak. Their three top candidates — Shawn Kelly, Blake Treinen, and Koda Glover — have a combined 12 major league saves, making Robertson an obvious upgrade.
Who is Pedro Severino and why do the White Sox want him?
Pedro Severino is the Nationals' 11th-ranked prospect according to MLB Pipeline and is considered one of the best defensive catchers in the minor leagues. He threw out 35% of baserunners at the minor league level and 43% at the MLB level in 2016, making him a strong one-for-one return for Robertson.
How did the Matt Wieters signing push the Nationals and White Sox closer to a trade?
When the Nationals signed Matt Wieters on February 21st, it created a catching surplus in Washington with Wieters, Derek Norris, Jose Lobaton, and prospect Pedro Severino all on the roster. That surplus made it easier for the Nationals to include a catcher in a deal with the White Sox.
What would a David Robertson trade package involving Derek Norris look like?
If the White Sox received Derek Norris in a Robertson deal, the article suggests Washington would also need to include a top prospect like Andrew Stephenson or Carter Kieboom to make the trade worthwhile for Chicago.