The San Diego Padres are calling the Chicago White Sox's bluff over their trade demands for the team's $50 million outfielder.

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Perez, who is nearing a rehab assignment after missing three months with an elbow injury, has been a critical clubhouse presence for a rebuilding squad.

Pérez threw a live batting practice session Monday at Rate Field and anticipates pitching in an injury rehab assignment soon.

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Former San Angelo Central High School and Texas Tech University pitcher Davis Martin has been a bright spot for the Chicago White Sox in his third season in the major leagues in 2025. Click the video above for our interview with Martin.

It was a big week for at least three members of the White Sox farm system. Triple-A Charlotte Knights outfielder Will Robertson earned player of the week honors in the International League. Double-A Birmingham Barons infielder Sam Antonacci was named player of the week in the Southern League,