Houser's time in Chicago was short, but he was one of the best pitchers in the American League for over two months. Now he's headed to the Tampa Bay Rays.

The Rays acquired veteran pitcher Adrian Houser from the White Sox in an effort bolster their starting rotation.

The former top infield prospect couldn't make his star turn in Tampa, so he's grateful for another chance to realize his potential with the Sox.

Left-handed pitcher Tyler Alexander is scheduled to start Wednesday's game against the Phillies in Houser's place.

The Chicago White Sox acquired infielder Curtis Mead as part of the trade that sent pitcher Adrian Houser to the Tampa Bay Rays on July 31.

The Sox, who acquired pitching prospect Gage Ziehl, also scratched starter Adrian Houser in anticipation of a deal.

The 2025 White Sox season has come with progress from several top prospects, including infielder Chase Meidroth, who was acquired in the Garrett Crochet trade. But the team will be without their rookie middle infielder for at least the next 10 days,

Austin Slater and Adrian Houser have both struggled early with their new teams after the White Sox traded them away. It's making Chris Getz's trade deadline look even better.