White Sox prospects Iriarte and Smith earn monthly honors in June
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Chicago White Sox minor leaguers Jairo Iriarte and Boston Smith received Minor League Player of the Month honors for June. Iriarte, a right-handed pitcher, posted a 1.26 ERA over eight games, securing promotion to Triple-A Charlotte. Smith, a catcher, excelled with a.481 on-base percentage and five home runs while playing for Winston-Salem Dash, leading to his own promotion to Double-A Birmingham. Both players have made significant strides in their careers, positioning themselves for potential futures with the major league team.
- •Iriarte posted a 2.28 ERA in 17 games for Double-A Birmingham.
- •Smith has 15 home runs and a.289 average across three minor league levels.
- •Both players received promotions following standout performances in June.
- •Iriarte's recent success comes after a difficult previous season.
- •Smith, a sixth-round pick, is showing promise in his first pro season.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Two White Sox Prospects Earn Minor League Player of the Month Honors
"Chicago White Sox minor leaguers Jairo Iriarte and Boston Smith were recognized after dominant performances in the month of June.
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