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Mike Tauchman had a productive 2025 for the Chicago White Sox — when healthy.

The outfielder battled various injuries, limiting him to 93 games.

The Sox on Friday declined to tender 2026 contracts to Tauchman, pitcher Cam Booser and first baseman Tim Elko, making them free agents. Additionally, the Sox avoided arbitration with outfielder Derek Hill, agreeing to terms on a one-year, $900,000 contract.

Tauchman, 34, slashed .263/.356/.400 with 17 doubles, one triple, nine home runs and 40 RBIs after signing a one-year deal with the Sox in December . He was also the team’s nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award .

The Palatine native began the 2025 season on the injured list with a strained right hamstring. He was activated on April 6 but w

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