White Sox Tab Chris Getz To Be Director Of Player Development

(CBS) The White Sox have named Chris Getz their new director of player development, they announced Friday afternoon.

The 33-year-old Getz has spent the past two seasons as a baseball operations assistant in player development with the Royals, who won the 2015 World Series. Getz replaces Nick Capra, who takes over as the team's third-base coach.

"We are pleased to add Chris' intellect, background and energy to our front office," White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said in a statement. "He is extremely well-regarded throughout the game, and we believe he is going to have a positive impact on the quality of play from rookie ball through Chicago."

Getz played for the White Sox from 2008-'09 and also had stints as a player with the Royals and Blue Jays. He was a career .250 hitter in 459 games.

"I'm excited about the opportunity to help teach and develop young talent in the organization where my professional career began," Getz said in a statement. "I was drafted twice, worked through the minor leagues and reached the major leagues with the White Sox. Through this journey, I was able to gain an understanding of the individuals within this organization, who I respect greatly. The director of player development is an important role, and the health of the minor-league system is vital for major-league success. I look forward to putting my all into making the White Sox a strong and winning organization."