Triple-A Charlotte
Coverage of Triple-A Charlotte in the Nexus archive.
- Munetaka Murakami expected to begin rehab assignment Tuesday, could rejoin White Sox this week
Munetaka Murakami is expected to start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday and may rejoin the White Sox during their homestand this week. Murakami, who has 20 home runs this season despite missing five weeks due to a strained right hamstring, has been progressing well after recent base-running drills.
- White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami taking big steps toward rehab assignment
White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami is progressing in his recovery from a hamstring injury, expected to begin a rehab assignment soon. He may return to play during the team's homestand next week, with potential All-Star Game implications if selected. The White Sox have remained competitive without him, maintaining a strong home run record.
- Sox catcher Kyle Teel finally off injured list, ready for everyday duty
Kyle Teel, the White Sox catcher, returned from a 76-game absence due to consecutive leg injuries and is ready for everyday play. His return allows the team to upgrade their catching position, with Edgar Quero optioned to Triple-A Charlotte. Teel performed well during rehab assignments, posting a .387/.441/.613 slash line.
- White Sox reliever Jordan Leasure will be shut down for at least eight weeks
White Sox reliever Jordan Leasure was placed on the 15-day injured list with a flexor strain in his right forearm and will be shut down for eight to 10 weeks. Tyler Gilbert was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte to replace him. Leasure, 27, has a 6.27 ERA in 18 appearances this season and reported ongoing inflammation in his flexor.