Chicago White Sox add top prospect Juan Carela to 40-man roster for potential starting role

The Chicago White Sox have added pitcher Juan Carela to their 40-man roster, making him a potential candidate for the starting rotation this season. Carela, the team's 29th overall prospect, was acquired from the New York Yankees in August 2023. Carela, 23, had a mixed performance last season, with a 4.05 ERA over 23 starts in the minors. He is expected to begin the 2025 season at Double-A, aiming to improve his skills as a starter. While Carela has a strong four-pitch mix, he may face competition from other top prospects. If he develops a better secondary pitch, he could become a valuable part of the rotation; otherwise, he may transition to a bullpen role.