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White Sox face Twins while rookie Munetaka Murakami is sidelined by injury

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 1:11 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

White Sox face Twins while rookie Munetaka Murakami is sidelined by injury
Summary

The Chicago White Sox start a road trip against the Minnesota Twins on June 1. The team enters the game with a 32-27 record, just one game out of first place in the AL Central. However, they will be without rookie star Munetaka Murakami, who is expected to miss 4-6 weeks due to a Grade 2 hamstring strain. Murakami has been a key player for the White Sox, leading the team in home runs and runs batted in. This absence could impact the team's chances as they approach a critical stretch in the season.

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Status Watch
  • •Munetaka Murakami out 4-6 weeks with a hamstring injury.
  • •White Sox hold a 32-27 record and are near AL Central leaders.
  • •Murakami leads all rookies with 20 home runs and 41 RBIs.
  • •Team's road record stands at 12-16 this season.
  • •White Sox face Twins ace Joe Ryan in the series opener.
Latest Updates
  • 1:11 PMCBS MLB — White Sox vs. Twins Monday MLB picks: Chicago will really start to miss injured rookie star Munetaka Murakami
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The White Sox start a road trip on Monday at the Twins

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