Rodon Signs Big Deal, Boosts White Sox

Hey baseball fans, here is some good news. Carlos Rodon, NC State’s former star ace is about to be a very rich man.

carlos rodon has agreement with #chison for more than $6.45M. on way for physical, as @jgravleyWRAL 1st reported

— Jon Heyman (@JonHeymanCBS) July 10, 2014

CBS Sports Jon Heyman went on to say this…

Rodon, a lefthander from N.C. State, is said to be in agreement on a deal for more than $6.45M with only a physical to be taken. Jeff Gravley of WRAL-TV in Raleigh, N.C., first reported Rodon was on his way to Chicago for his physical.
Rodon was seen by many as the top pitcher and player in the draft, but he slipped to No. 3 when the Astros and Marlins bypassed him and selected high school pitchers Brady Aiken and Tyler Kolek, respectively, instead with picks No. 1 and 2. The White Sox were said by sources to be thrilled that Rodon fell into their lap at No. 3. Rodon, an N.C. State junior, is the closest to the big leagues of any of the top players.

Rodon won’t be making his debut this season, but watch out next year when he will likely be called-up at some point. He will probably end up being a #2 starter with the Sox, only because they have Chris Sale who is another big dominant lefty (8-1, 2.08 ERA with 102 Ks).

The addition of Rodon will quickly make the White Sox a contender. Right now they are near the bottom of the AL Central, but with another ace coming in and the emergence of Cuban defector Jose Abreu (.284 with 28 HRs already) they likely will start making some noise.