The deal presumably also includes an invitation to spring training. González has appeared in 352 games in the big leagues since 2016, but spent all of this past season at Triple-A Charlotte in the White Sox’ system. The 32-year-old veteran journeyman becomes the latest addition to Cincinnati’s efforts to bolster their utility infielder depth behind their young nucleus at the major league level.

The White Sox intend to hold an open competition for the starting job at second base, so why not invite another offensively-challenged middle infielder to the party. The 30-year-old journeyman hit a paltry .189/.268/.216 with no homers, three RBI and one stolen base in 41 plate appearances last season for the Marlins.

González went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment last week and will remain with the Marlins as extra infield depth. The 30-year-old utility infielder hit .189/.268/.216 with one stolen base in 41 plate appearances this season at the major-league level.

Gonzalez was only up for a few days. He's clearing out to make room for Joey Wendle's return.