Yoan Moncada
3B - Chicago White Sox - IL60
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The White Sox moved Yoan Moncada (adductor) to the 60-day IL Friday.
Fantasy Impact
Moncada’s move was procedural, as the team needed to free up a spot on the 40-man roster. The third baseman is expected to be sidelined 3-to-6 months.
The White Sox have placed Yoan Moncada on the 15-day IL with a left adductor strain.
Fantasy Impact
Moncada reportedly has a recovery timeline of 3-to-6 months. The team recalled OF Oscar Colas from Triple-A Charlotte. Fantasy managers should expect Braden Shewmake and Lenyn Sosa to see additional playing time in Moncada’s absence.
Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada left Tuesday's game with a left adductor strain.
Fantasy Impact
White Sox skipper Pedro Grifol said earlier on Tuesday Moncada was dealing with an injury and he ended up leaving Tuesday's game after injuring himself running down the first base line. The oft-injured veteran was hitting .272 without a homer across 42 plate appearances entering Tuesday's contest.
In a game where the Chicago White Sox couldn't muster much against the Cleveland Guardians, Yoan Moncada's performance was a mixed bag, contributing a single and a stolen base in a 4-0 loss.
Fantasy Impact
Despite the team's struggles, Moncada's ability to get on base and create scoring opportunities with his legs remains a silver lining for fantasy managers. His season batting average sits at a respectable .270 through 10 games, though his lack of RBI and home runs may be a concern for those expecting more power production. However, his speed element, underscored by his latest stolen base, adds a valuable dimension to his fantasy value.
White Sox GM Chris Getz told reporters Tuesday that Yoan Moncada could see some playing time in the outfield next season.
Fantasy Impact
"(Moncada) played second base with us. I think he’s a better third baseman than second baseman," Getz said. "That doesn’t mean there aren’t going to be some days perhaps he goes over to second or plays first base and perhaps even the outfield. We’ll do what’s best for our club." It appears the White Sox will use Moncada all over the field next season.
