White Sox call up Jacob Gonzalez after placing Murakami on IL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 12:57 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Chicago White Sox placed Munetaka Murakami on the 10-day injured list due to a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, expected to sideline him for four to six weeks. Murakami had been a standout in his rookie season, leading the American League in runs scored. In response, the White Sox have selected Jacob Gonzalez's contract from Triple-A Charlotte, where he has shined with a.317 batting average, 19 home runs, and 62 RBIs this season. This call-up marks Gonzalez's first chance in the majors, providing the White Sox an opportunity to evaluate his potential.
- •Murakami suffered injury running to first base against Detroit.
- •He recorded 20 home runs and 43 runs scored in 57 games.
- •Gonzalez hit.344 with 11 home runs in May at Triple-A Charlotte.
- •This promotion comes after Gonzalez's rapid development in the minors.
- 12:57 PMYahoo Sports — White Sox will turn to MiLB home run leader after losing Murakami
"The Chicago White Sox just lost one of the most dangerous bats in MLB. Now they are turning to one of the hottest hitters in the minor leagues. Munetaka Murakami was placed on the 10-day injured list with a Grade…
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