MLB Trade: Angels acquire Giolito and Lopez, White Sox gain top prospect Quero and Lefty Bush. Here’s all you may want to know

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White Sox reached an agreement on Wednesday night. This four-player swap saw right-handers Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo López heading to the west coast, while catcher Edgar Quero and left-hander Ky Bush joined the White Sox. Both teams officially confirmed the deal, and here's a closer look at the trade and its implications.

For the Angels, this move signifies their commitment to compete rather than trading away their star Shohei Ohtani. General Manager Perry Minasian pulled off a significant deal, acquiring Giolito, a top-tier player set to become a free agent after the season, and López, another valuable rental. Giolito, 29, has bounced back from a rough season and showcased a 3.79 ERA with a 3.12 strikeout-to-walk ratio in 21 starts.

His deceptive pitches, including a backspinning changeup, have proven challenging for batters. López, 29, has excelled in the bullpen, boasting a 3.38 ERA and a 3.70 strikeout-to-walk ratio in over 120 appearances. However, Minasian paid a high price for this talent infusion, parting with some of their top prospects, including the system's number one player.

While the Angels' chances of making the playoffs improved with this move, their margin for error remains slim, and further upgrades on the roster might be challenging due to the competitive trade market. On the other side, the White Sox earned a solid «A» grade for their savvy deal-making. Despite more potential moves to come, General Manager Rick Hahn might have already secured the best trade.