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White Sox strike 1-year deal with Holland
- Updated: December 14, 2016
CHICAGO — The Chicago White Sox have agreed to terms with left-handed pitcher Derek Holland on a one-year, $6 million contract and have designated left-hander Matt Purke for assignment.
“Derek gives a veteran left-handed presence for our starting rotation with a proven track record of pitching well in big games,” said White Sox senior vice president/general manager Rick Hahn. “This move provides us with additional depth and flexibility in the rotation.”
Holland, who turned 30 in October, pitched the first eight seasons of his career with the Texas Rangers. He finished with a 7-9 record and a 4.95 ERA over 22 games and 20 starts during the 2016 campaign. In 2011, Holland posted a 16-5 mark with a 3.95 ERA, and in 2013, Holland struck out a career-high 189 over a …
