Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of contract is Adam Ottavino expected to get this offseason?
Ottavino is expected to earn a multi-year deal in the $25-$30 million range. He's ranked in the same tier as relievers like Jeurys Familia, Joe Kelly, and Andrew Miller who all signed contracts in that range.
What were Adam Ottavino's stats in 2018?
Ottavino posted a 2.45 ERA over 77 innings with a 193 ERA+ and 0.991 WHIP in 2018. He also had impressive advanced metrics including a 2.43 ERA, 2.74 FIP, 2.82 SIERA and 13.0 strikeouts per nine innings.
Which other teams are interested in signing Adam Ottavino?
The Red Sox and Rockies have also been reported as having interest in Ottavino. However, he might be a tough fit for Boston while Colorado might not want to exceed their $100 million bullpen spending threshold from last season.
How long has White Sox interest in Adam Ottavino been reported?
The White Sox have shown consistent interest in Ottavino, with reports surfacing multiple times over recent weeks. Their interest has been labeled as remaining steady throughout the free agency period.
How would signing Adam Ottavino help the White Sox?
Adding Ottavino would instantly improve the White Sox pitching staff. While they have minor league prospects ready to break into the big leagues, landing a top-tier reliever like Ottavino would be a significant upgrade.