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Did the White Sox Get the Old Munetaka Murakami Back in Win Over Tigers?

Did the White Sox Get the Old Munetaka Murakami Back in Win Over Tigers?

It took an injury to Colson Montgomery for Munetaka Murakami to even get in the game during Wednesday's 6-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians that knocked the White Sox out of first place in the AL Central.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 17
White Sox top Tigers, move back into tie for AL Central lead

White Sox top Tigers, move back into tie for AL Central lead

Munetaka Murakami went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer and three pitchers delivered 4 1/3 innings of scoreless relief as the Chicago White Sox defeated the Detroit Tigers 3-1 on Thursday to move into a tie atop the American League Central.

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 17
Dominant bullpen performance puts White Sox back into tie for first place

Dominant bullpen performance puts White Sox back into tie for first place

The Chicago White Sox bullpen pitched 5.1 scoreless innings in a critical 3-1 win over the Detroit Tigers on Thursday night.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 18
Munetaka Murakami breaks out of his slump leading White Sox over Tigers

Munetaka Murakami breaks out of his slump leading White Sox over Tigers

Munetaka Murakami might have broken out of his month-plus slump with a home run, a triple, a run scored and three RBI in the Chicago White Sox's win over the Detroit Tigers.

Dominant bullpen performance puts White Sox back into tie for first place
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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Sean Newcomb News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 17
Sean Newcomb Trending in the Wrong Direction for White Sox Down the Stretch

Sean Newcomb Trending in the Wrong Direction for White Sox Down the Stretch

There has been concern among many White Sox fans that the team was relying on Sean Newcomb too often to get to the finish line every game. Perhaps this was because he's only signed for one year on a $4.5 million contract, and thus the Sox don't think they'll be able to afford him after the season he's had.

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 17
White Sox move struggling trade acquisition Luis Castillo to bullpen

White Sox move struggling trade acquisition Luis Castillo to bullpen

The Chicago White Sox are moving trade deadline acquisition Luis Castillo to the bullpen following his disappointing start with the team.

White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami's performance has taken a downturn at the worst time
2026 White Sox in danger of becoming 2003 Royals
Hagen Smith joins 1981 ROY and Cy Young winner as only other pitcher with this stat line
The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz
Jose Urquidy News / Field Level Media / September 17
Phillies claim RHP Jose Urquidy from White Sox

Phillies claim RHP Jose Urquidy from White Sox

The Philadelphia Phillies claimed right-hander Jose Urquidy off waivers from the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Right-hander Caleb Kilian was transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room for Urquidy on the 40-man roster.

Chicago White Sox News / Athlon Sports / September 17
White Sox Make Significant Rotation Move

White Sox Make Significant Rotation Move

With the Chicago White Sox barely hanging onto a playoff spot, they’re making a significant change to the starting rotation. White Sox manager Will Venable announced on Thursday that starting pitcher Luis Castillo is moving to the bullpen.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17
White Sox’s Will Venable shares Colson Montgomery update after injury scare vs. Guardians

White Sox’s Will Venable shares Colson Montgomery update after injury scare vs. Guardians

The Chicago White Sox are set to play the Detroit Tigers on Thursday night in the first matchup of a four-game series. Chicago is now a half-game behind the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Central standings after dropping Wednesday’s contest by a final score of 6-3.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 17
White Sox vs. Tigers: Tommy Pham Moves Up? No Colson Montgomery After Injury, More

White Sox vs. Tigers: Tommy Pham Moves Up? No Colson Montgomery After Injury, More

After a devastating series loss to the Cleveland Guardians, the Chicago White Sox will take on the Detroit Tigers for a four-game series. The White Sox will open things up with an odd lineup as they play from behind in the division for the first time in months.

Will Venable News / ChiCitySports / September 17
White Sox manager Will Venable’s immediate reaction to losing Al Central lead

White Sox manager Will Venable’s immediate reaction to losing Al Central lead

For 74 days, the Chicago White Sox held the top spot in the AL Central. But after their 6-3 loss to the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday, the franchise now sits half a game back.

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Tim Anderson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17
Tim Anderson’s bold message about his legacy before White Sox honor

Tim Anderson’s bold message about his legacy before White Sox honor

Former Chicago White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson offered a candid assessment of his career before the franchise honors him Thursday night at Rate Field.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 17
White Sox, out of first in AL Central, still in 'good spot' as they meet Tigers

White Sox, out of first in AL Central, still in 'good spot' as they meet Tigers

An extended slump has knocked the Chicago White Sox from their familiar perch atop the American League Central. The White Sox hardly see the setback as a gut punch.

Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 17
White Sox Magic Number Watch: Wild Card Becomes the Main Focus

White Sox Magic Number Watch: Wild Card Becomes the Main Focus

You probably clicked on this story and asked why it even exists. After all, the White Sox just lost two of three to the Cleveland Guardians and consequently fell out of first place for the first time in nearly two and a half months.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16
2026 White Sox in danger of becoming 2003 Royals

2026 White Sox in danger of becoming 2003 Royals

There are still questions surrounding the White Sox: Can they hold on to a playoff berth, and can they prove that the 2026 season is more than a flash in the pan? Otherwise, they may end up sharing the same fate as the 2003 Royals.

White Sox's playoff hopes slipping after losing series vs. Guardians
White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami's performance has taken a downturn at the worst time
Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox
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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16
White Sox's playoff hopes slipping after losing series vs. Guardians

White Sox's playoff hopes slipping after losing series vs. Guardians

The Cleveland Guardians took a half-game lead in the American League Central over the Chicago White Sox after a 6-3 win on Wednesday.

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians
White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps
White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami's performance has taken a downturn at the worst time
Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox
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Tommy Pham News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16
Tommy Pham’s elevator pitch immediately paid off for White Sox

Tommy Pham’s elevator pitch immediately paid off for White Sox

The Chicago White Sox activated veteran outfielder Tommy Pham prior to Wednesday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians. And, Pham revealed that he ran into White Sox GM Chris Geitz in the elevator and made his case for why he should be activated.

Drew Thorpe News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16
White Sox Activate, Option Drew Thorpe

White Sox Activate, Option Drew Thorpe

The White Sox reinstated righty Drew Thorpe from the 60-day injured list and optioned him to Triple-A Charlotte, per a club announcement. Chicago also activated veteran outfielder Tommy Pham from the 10-day IL and optioned catcher Edgar Quero to Charlotte in a corresponding move.

Munetaka Murakami News / Yardbarker / September 16
Munetaka Murakami's performance has taken a downturn at the worst time

White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami's performance has taken a downturn at the worst time

The White Sox are sitting only half a game ahead of the Cleveland Guardians in the AL Central race.

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps
Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox
White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians
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Hagen Smith News / ChiCitySports / September 16
Hagen Smith joins 1981 ROY and Cy Young winner as only other pitcher with this stat line

Hagen Smith joins 1981 ROY and Cy Young winner as only other pitcher with this stat line

Since making his MLB debut on August 9, Hagen Smith has provided a massive boost to the Chicago White Sox pitching staff. The 23-year-old rookie has seamlessly taken on a variety of roles, starting games, working out of the bullpen, making single-inning appearances, and pitching multiple innings when called upon.

Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 15
Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox

Hagen Smith continues to impress for White Sox

Smith has been an impressive arm in the bullpen.

White Sox attempt to add more breathing room in race vs. Guardians
White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians
White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps
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MLB News / Yardbarker / September 14
White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

The Chicago White Sox earned a critical 7-3 win at the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night.

Previewing White Sox's season-defining series vs. Guardians
Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season
White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps
On deck: White Sox-Guardians, Red Sox-Rays, Yankees-Diamondbacks
The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 14
White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

Colson Montgomery, Munetaka Murakami and Miguel Vargas are all hitting below .225 in September.

Previewing White Sox's season-defining series vs. Guardians
Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season
White Sox cannot rely on Luis Castillo with a game in doubt for rest of the season
On deck: White Sox-Guardians, Red Sox-Rays, Yankees-Diamondbacks
The 'MLB active wins leaders' quiz
Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 14
The White Sox’ Improbable Breakout

The White Sox’ Improbable Breakout

With under two weeks to play in the 2026 season, the White Sox are leading the American League Central — a sentence few expected to read or write back in March — thanks in no small part to breakouts up and down the roster.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 13
Previewing White Sox's season-defining series vs. Guardians

Previewing White Sox's season-defining series vs. Guardians

With their American League Central Division lead down to a half-game, the Chicago White Sox begin a season-defining three-game series at the Cleveland Guardians on Monday.

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season
White Sox cannot rely on Luis Castillo with a game in doubt for rest of the season
On deck: White Sox-Guardians, Red Sox-Rays, Yankees-Diamondbacks
The 'Legal MLB spitballers' quiz
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 13
Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

Down to their last strike, clinging to a small lead over the Cleveland Guardians in the American League Central, Randal Grichuk hit a two-run home run to give the Chicago White Sox a 6-5 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday night.

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