The Chicago White Sox acquired catcher Joey Bart from the Atlanta Braves in a trade that sent right-hander Duncan Davitt to Atlanta, a move first reported by ESPN's Jeff Passan. Bart will play for his third major-league organization this year and has offered limited offense in 2026, though reporters noted he has produced more at the plate than the White Sox's current catchers. MLB.com's Mark Feinsand and other outlets framed the deal as Chicago bolstering catching depth ahead of the stretch. To open a 40-man spot for Bart, the White Sox designated outfielder Everson Pereira for assignment. The trade also clears the way for the Braves' catching depth chart to shift, with observers noting Sean Murphy's return to the Braves is now more likely.
