Chicago White Sox slugger Joey Gallo reportedly requested his own release from the team in order to pursue a career as a pitcher.

The Chicago White Sox granted outfielder-first baseman Joey Gallo his unconditional release on Sunday, and he announced on social media that he intends to continue his career as a pitcher. Gallo signed a minor league deal with an invitation to Chicago's spring training on Feb.

Joey Gallo is seemingly attempting a transformation as his career hits a new low point. After he was released by the White Sox on Sunday, the ex-Yankees bust said on X that he will attempt to convert from an outfielder to a pitcher.