Jairo Iriarte

White Sox No. 9 prospect Jairo Iriarte is taking a break for biomechanics work.

Fantasy Impact

The same goes for the White Sox No. 3 prospect Hagen Smith. They are having their workloads managed this season. It is unclear how long the break will last.

The White Sox optioned Jairo Iriarte to Triple-A Charlotte on Thursday, per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Iriarte, 23, struggled with command this spring—five walks, a hit batter, and three runs in 4.1 innings—but Chicago’s keeping him on the starter track for now, though a bullpen role could loom down the line. Fantasy managers in dynasty leagues might keep him on the watchlist; his raw stuff has promise, but control issues push him off redraft boards.

Jairo Iriarte is expected to enter spring training with the White Sox as a starting pitcher.

Fantasy Impact

Iriarte made six appearances in relief last season for the White Sox which resulted in a 1.50 ERA. He will have a chance to earn a starting spot in the rotation heading into Opening Day.

The White Sox recalled Jairo Iriarte from Triple-A Charlotte.

Fantasy Impact

Iriarte was traded to the White Sox as part of the Dylan Cease trade. He will make his MLB debut when he first steps onto the mound.

The White Sox are expected to recall Jairo Iriarte from Double-A Birmingham Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Iriarte will join the roster as part of the September roster expansion. He has a 3.71 ERA and a 1.28 WHIP in Double-A this season.