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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 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.

White Sox pitcher Davis Martin's poor road performance led to a 6-5 walk-off loss against the Guardians, exposing vulnerabilities in Chicago's bullpen. Martin's home-road splits highlight his struggles on the road, where he allowed two earned runs and six hits in 3 1/3 innings, failing to strike out any batters. The loss jeopardizes his chances for the All-Star Game despite strong home performances.

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.

The White Sox lost 4-3 to the Tigers in a tense game where Tigers' pitcher Tarik Skubal confronted injured White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil over Vasil's use of a 'magical' wand. Skubal and Vasil exchanged heated words, but no official action followed. The White Sox left the bases loaded in a key inning and later surrendered a two-run double to lose the lead.

The White Sox avoided a historic loss as Yoshinobu Yamamoto of the Dodgers nearly threw a perfect game, broken by Mookie Betts' error and Tristan Peters' home run. Despite Peters' homer, the White Sox lost 7-1, ending their eight-game home winning streak.

Shortstop Colson Montgomery sat out again due to a stiff back, aiming to resolve the issue proactively. The White Sox's Luisangel Acuna and the Braves' Ronald Acuna faced off as opponents, both exiting their game with hamstring injuries. Tyler Gilbert was placed on the injured list, and Chase Meidroth extended his hitting streak.

A Chicago rabbi gifted Pope Leo a White Sox kippa and thanked him for his comments on the Gaza war, which called for the release of hostages while emphasizing the shared humanity of Israelis and Palestinians. The Pope's remarks were highlighted for balancing criticism of Israel's campaign with recognition of both sides' humanity.

The White Sox, led by GM Chris Getz, are balancing a playoff push with organizational rebuilding ahead of the trade deadline. While the team remains competitive in the AL Central, injuries and divisional strength raise questions about sustainability. Getz emphasizes monitoring trade opportunities while developing minor-league talent.

White Sox GM Chris Getz was promoted to first-time general manager in 2023 despite skepticism from fans and media. Getz expressed confidence in the decision, believing it offered opportunities to improve the team. The White Sox showed significant performance improvement by 2026, moving from a 31-109 record in 2024 to a 31-27 mark.

A 39-year-old man was stabbed in the lower back and chest during an attempted robbery near Rate Field and the 35th Street Red Line station in Chicago. The attacker, a woman, fled without taking his belongings, and he was treated at the University of Chicago Medical Center in good condition. No arrests have been made.

Pope Leo XIV met with Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and a delegation including George Floyd family lawyer Antonio Romanucci at the Vatican. Johnson presented gifts from Chicago, including a Cubs hat which Pope Leo declined to wear, and extended an invitation for the Pope to officiate a Holy Mass in Grant Park in 2027. The delegation included political and community leaders, and Johnson highlighted a 1979 papal visit to Chicago.