When Edgar Quero first perused the planned White Sox lineup late Monday for what turned out to be a 1-0 win over the Mariners Tuesday night at a rainy and cold Rate Field, the catcher didn’t recognize the name next to the pitcher’s slot.

Veteran free agent right-hander Adrian Houser is signing with the Chicago White Sox on a one-year, $1.35 million contract and will start Tuesday's game against the visiting Seattle Mariners in his season debut.

The White Sox are reportedly nearing a deal for pitcher Adrian Houser, who started the season in the Rangers' organization.