On November 5, 2009, Teahen was traded by the Royals to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for infielders Chris Getz and Josh Fields.Merkin, Scott. White Sox acquire Teahen from Royals , Chicago White Sox. Published November 6, 2009. Retrieved December 8, 2009. He later received the 2009 Hutch Award for his efforts on and off the field.Kaegel, Dick. Teahen tabbed for Hutch Award , Chicago White Sox. Published November 30, 2009. Retrieved December 8, 2009.
