Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of contract did Ervin Santana sign with the White Sox?
Santana signed a minor-league deal with the White Sox. The deal is essentially a tryout with little risk to the team.
How did Ervin Santana perform in 2018?
Santana had a terrible 2018 season, managing only an 8.03 ERA over five games. He was sidelined early with a finger injury requiring surgery and spent most of the season on the disabled list.
What injury problems has Ervin Santana been dealing with?
Santana suffered a finger injury that appears to have been calcium deposits, requiring surgery in spring 2018. The lingering pain and assertion of an over-use injury are concerning red flags.
Why is the timing of the Santana signing significant?
The news of Santana's signing broke right in the middle of Manny Machado's press conference where he was explaining his excitement about joining the Padres instead of the White Sox. This twisted the knife deeper for disappointed White Sox fans.
What were Ervin Santana's best seasons?
Santana had a career year in 2017 with a 3.28 ERA and made his second All-Star appearance. He also had quality seasons in 2016 and 2017 while playing for Minnesota.