BOSTON — The Boston Red Sox added outfield depth and defensive versatility Monday, acquiring Eli White from the Atlanta Braves in exchange for right‑handed pitcher Tyler Uberstine. The move brings Boston a seasoned, multi‑position outfielder with strong road production and experience across all three outfield spots.
White Provides Versatility, Speed, and Road Production
White, 32, has appeared in 69 games for Atlanta this season, batting .233 with 17 runs, six doubles, one triple, five home runs, 17 RBI, and four stolen bases. His performance away from Truist Park has been particularly strong: in 41 road games, he has hit .299 with a .337 on-base percentage and .818 OPS.
A right-handed hitter capable of playing all three outfield positions, White has made 18 starts in right field, 10 in left, six in center, and one at designated hitter. Originally drafted by Oakland in the 11th round in 2016, the South Carolina native has logged 345 career MLB games with Texas (2020–22) and Atlanta (2023–26), batting .212 with 25 doubles, six triples, 25 home runs, and 168 hits.
Uberstine Heads to Atlanta After Major League Debut With Boston
Uberstine, 27, made his MLB debut for the Red Sox on April 5, allowing one run over 2.2 innings with two strikeouts. He has spent most of the season between High‑A Greenville and Triple‑A Worcester, posting a 3.23 ERA, 48 strikeouts, and 39 innings across 19 appearances (three starts).
A 19th‑round pick in 2021 out of Cal Poly, Uberstine owns a 3.52 ERA with 263.2 innings pitched across 73 minor league games (43 starts).
The trade gives Boston a versatile outfielder capable of contributing immediately, while Atlanta adds a strike‑throwing right-hander with upper‑level experience.
