The Chicago White Sox acquired catcher Joey Bart from the Atlanta Braves in a trade that sends right-hander Duncan Davitt to Atlanta, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan and MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. Bart will join his third big-league team this year and has produced limited offense with Atlanta, though coverage noted he has been more productive than Chicago’s current catchers. To open a 40-man spot for Bart, the White Sox designated outfielder Everson Pereira for assignment, per reporting. One report noted the move could signal Sean Murphy’s return to the Braves’ lineup is nearing. The trade is a clear depth move to bolster Chicago’s catching options down the stretch.
