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Chicago White Sox News / South Side Sox / September 26
I am Japaneeeeeeese! 
Munetaka Murakami has been a bit of a viral sensation from the start of his career in the United States, from the installation of bidets in the White Sox clubhouse to the on-base gestures of his teammates, and on from there.
Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 26
White Sox Win Again, But They Need to Look West as Wild Card Reality Sets In
The White Sox did exactly what they needed to do in the opening of their final regular-season series. Their 6-1 win over the Colorado Rockies was as painless as painless could be.
Chicago White Sox News / On Tap Sports Net / September 26
Murakami Homers Twice as White Sox Top Rockies 6-1
Munetaka Murakami did not wait around for September drama. He brought his own. The Chicago White Sox slugger mashed not one but two home runs and drove in three Friday night as Chicago handled the Colorado Rockies 6-1 at Rate Field.
The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?
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.
Munetaka Murakami News / Field Level Media / September 25
Munetaka Murakami's 2 homers power White Sox past Rockies
Munetaka Murakami went 3-for-4 with two home runs and three RBIs and Sean Burke pitched effectively into the sixth inning, lifting the host Chicago White Sox to a 6-1 victory against the Colorado Rockies on Friday.
Munetaka Murakami News / Larry Brown Sports / September 25
Munetaka Murakami's hilarious playoff celebration goes viral
The White Sox clinched a postseason berth on Thursday with a 9-1 win over the Royals in Kansas City. The scoreboard said October. Munetaka Murakami said 100.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 22
Will Venable gambling on late-season lineup change with Miguel Vargas
Vargas, the White Sox's best player in 2026, leads the team in several categories, including home runs, runs batted in, runs scored and stolen bases.
MLB News / Just Baseball / September 22
How Good Is the 2026-27 NPB Free Agent Class?
Every offseason, stars from Nippon Professional Baseball make the move to Major League Baseball, and this year will be no different. Not every Japanese player will become a superstar stateside like Yoshinobu Yamamoto or Munetaka Murakami, but they deserve significant recognition for what they accomplished in NPB.
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 21
White Sox Extension Talks With Munetaka Murakami May Have Hit a Wall
A couple of months ago, White Sox fans were clamoring for updates about a possible Munetaka Murakami extension. The Japanese slugger was playing like baseball's best free-agent signing.
Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / September 20
MLB Insider confirms White Sox taking right approach with Munetaka Murakami extension
Earlier this season, the Chicago White Sox’s decision to sign free agent Munetaka Murakami looked like one of the biggest bargains of the offseason. Chicago landed the slugger on a two-year, $34 million deal, and despite missing time with a hamstring injury, Murakami came out firing.
Chicago White Sox News / ChiCitySports / September 19
White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami knows jobs not finished despite Tigers heroics
The Chicago White Sox regained a share of the NL Central lead on Thursday with a 3-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers. One swing of Munetaka Murakami’s bat made all the difference for Chicago.
MLB News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 18
Takeaways After White Sox Blow 6-Run Lead to Tigers in Worst Loss of Season
After a Munetaka Murakami three-run home run was the difference between a win and a loss for the Chicago White Sox against the Detroit Tigers, they would blow a six-run lead to the Tigers.
Chicago White Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18
What White Sox’ Munetaka Murakami said after clutch performance vs. Tigers
Chicago’s rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami stepped up when the White Sox needed a spark against one of Detroit’s top pitchers. He helped Chicago secure an important win with the regular season nearing its final stretch.
Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 18
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
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 18
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.
Chicago White Sox News / Chicago White Sox on SI / September 16
White Sox vs. Guardians Lineup: Munetaka Murakami Sits? Tommy Pham is Back, More
The Chicago White Sox are about to play their most important game of the year. A win means you're in control of the AL Central with only a couple of weeks to go.
Chicago White Sox News / Athlon Sports / September 16
Will Venable Comments on Munetaka Murakami's Brutal Slump
Munetaka Murakami has been a key piece behind the Chicago White Sox‘s resurgence in 2026. However, since the calendar flipped to August, the 26-year-old first baseman‘s offensive production has dramatically declined.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 16
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.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 14
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.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 9
White Sox's young core has been vital to team's turnaround
The Chicago White Sox have made a miraculous turnaround this season, continuing to lead the AL Central race, and their young core's offensive contributions have a lot to do with that.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 5
Munetaka Murakami joins elite company with 30th home run
Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami joined an elite group of Japanese-born players with his 30th home run on Saturday.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / September 4
White Sox need to get Munetaka Murakami fixed for the stretch run
Murakami and the White Sox offense need to return to the production they had during the first half of the 2026 season.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / August 27
White Sox looking to keep slugger Munetaka Murakami for long haul
Murakami has been worth every dollar for the Chicago White Sox this season. A long-term deal could be a perfect solution for both sides given the impact he has made on their lineup.
Chicago White Sox News / Yardbarker / August 26
White Sox's Tristan Peters makes MLB history with HR in fifth straight game
The Chicago White Sox have gotten unexpected contributions from several players all season long. One of those has been All-Star outfielder Tristan Peters.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 26
Munetaka Murakami steps up on day White Sox honor him
Continuously showing a flair for the dramatic during his debut MLB season, Munetaka Murakami delivered on a day intended to honor the Japanese rookie.
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