Munetaka Murakami reacts to earthquake in Japanese hometown after Sox loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:16 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Chicago White Sox player Munetaka Murakami expressed devastation over a 7.1 magnitude earthquake that struck his hometown of Kumamoto, Japan. After their game against the New York Yankees on July 28, Murakami shared that his family is safe, but at least 13 individuals have died due to the disaster. He played in the game, where the Sox lost 3-2, going 1-for-4 at the plate. Murakami's parents, who were in Chicago for an event, returned home after learning of the earthquake. Reflecting on the incident, he noted a sense of shock and a desire to support relief efforts for his hometown, expressing gratitude for the support he receives from fans in Japan.
- •Murakami's hometown of Kumamoto was hit by a 7.1 magnitude earthquake.
- •At least 13 people have died, many others injured.
- •Murakami went 1-for-4 in the Sox's 3-2 loss to the Yankees.
- •His parents canceled their Chicago visit to return home after the quake.
- •Murakami expressed a desire to support relief efforts for Kumamoto.
- 4:16 AMYahoo Sports — Column: Chicago White Sox star Munetaka Murakami ‘devastated’ by news of earthquake in his Japanese hometown
"Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami said after Tuesday’s game with the New York Yankees his family was fine after a 7.1 magnitude earthquake devastated his Japanese hometown of Kumamoto. At least 13 people were dead and many were injured in the earthquake, which Murakami learned about early Tuesday morning. He played Tuesday and went 1-for-4 in the Sox’s 3-2 loss to the Yankees. ...
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