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Davis Martin struggled mightily in Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Guardians, allowing five earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out four over three innings.
Fantasy Impact: This outing ballooned his ERA to 4.14 and his WHIP edged up slightly, reflecting a season that has been challenging for the right-hander. With an increase in his ERA and continued lack of wins (still winless in nine starts), Martin's fantasy value is shaky at best. His strikeout rate remains decent, but his inability to limit runs or pitch deep into games severely limits his appeal in all but the deepest of fantasy leagues.
Category: Game Recaps
Lenyn Sosa is in the starting lineup for the White Sox Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact: Sosa will start at second base and bat fifth against the Guardians Wednesday. He is hitting .228, with four home runs, and 24 RBI this season.
Nicky Lopez is out of the starting lineup for the White Sox Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact: Lopez will head to the bench for the series finale with the Guardians. Lenyn Sosa will start at second base and bat fifth.
Chuckie Robinson is in the starting lineup for the White Sox Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact: Robinson will start behind the plate and bat eighth against the Guardians. He is hitting .156 this season.
Korey Lee is out of the starting lineup for the White Sox Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact: Lee will head to the bench for a day of regular rest. Chuckie Robinson will start behind the plate and bat eighth against the Guardians.
Miguel Vargas is in the starting lineup for the White Sox Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact: Vargas will start at third base and bat sixth against the Guardians. He is hitting .167, with four home runs, and 13 RBI this season.
Gavin Sheets is out of the starting lineup for the White Sox Wednesday.
Fantasy Impact: Sheets will head to the bench for the series finale with the Guardians. Bryan Ramos will serve as the DH and bat third.
Jonathan Cannon struggled in Tuesday's 5-0 defeat against the Cleveland Guardians.
Fantasy Impact: He allowed three earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out four over 5.1 innings. This performance is a continuation of Cannon's challenging season, where he now holds a 4.56 ERA and a 1.40 WHIP across 18 starts. His strikeout rate remains low at 6.2 K/9, indicating limited upside for fantasy managers looking for high strikeout totals. Given his consistent struggles, including a worsening 3-11 record, Cannon's role as a viable fantasy starter is questionable at best. Fantasy managers should consider other options with more upside or consistency, as Cannon's current form does little to inspire confidence for future outings.
Category: Game Recaps
The White Sox have selected the contract of Sean Burke from Triple-A Charlotte. (Source: White Sox on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Burke will make his MLB debut when he makes his first appearance. He has a 4.62 ERA and a 1.29 WHIP in Triple-A this season.
Category: Transactions
The White Sox have optioned Nick Nastrini to Triple-A Charlotte. (Source: White Sox on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Nastrini will head to the minor leagues after working as the bulk reliever on Monday. Sean Burke was promoted from Triple-A to take his spot on the roster.
Category: Transactions
Dominic Fletcher is in the starting lineup for the White Sox Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact: Fletcher will start in right field and bat seventh against the Guardians Tuesday. He is hitting .214, with one home run, and 14 RBI this season.
Corey Julks is out of the starting lineup for the White Sox Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact: Julks will head to the bench with a right-hander on the mound for the Guardians. Dominic Fletcher will start in right field and bat seventh Tuesday.
Jared Shuster allowed three earned runs on five hits while striking out five over 2.2 innings in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Guardians.
Fantasy Impact: This outing was less than stellar for Shuster, who has been struggling to find consistency this season. With a season ERA now bloated to 4.66 and a WHIP of 1.52, his fantasy relevance remains limited to very deep leagues or those that count holds and strikeouts heavily. His K/9 of 6.7 isn't turning many heads, and with a FIP of 4.87 indicating his struggles aren't just bad luck, fantasy managers should be cautious.
Category: Game Recaps
Bryan Ramos went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in the White Sox's 5-3 loss to the Guardians.
Fantasy Impact: This game saw Ramos connecting for his first home run of the season, a bright spot in what has been a challenging start. With a season batting average lingering around .204 and modest power numbers, this performance might hint at potential improvements, but fantasy managers should remain cautious. His low walk rate and high strikeout rate continue to be areas of concern, limiting his on-base potential. While the home run could boost his confidence, consistent production will be key before he becomes a reliable fantasy option.
Category: Game Recaps
White Sox GM Chris Getz said the plan is for Yoán Moncada to continue playing for Triple-A Charlotte for now. (Source: Vinnie Duber on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Moncada, who has been sidelined since April due to an adductor strain, had begun a rehab assignment a couple of weeks ago. It is unclear if he will return to the majors again this season.
Zach DeLoach is out of the starting lineup for the White Sox Monday.
Fantasy Impact: DeLoach will head to the bench for the series opener with the Guardians. Bryan Ramos will serve as the DH and bat seventh Monday.
Chris Flexen allowed two runs on six hits over six innings on Sunday against the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact: Flexen added six strikeouts and one walk. It was one of his better starts on the season and he still carries a 5.26 ERA on the year. He will face the Athletics in his next start.
Category: Game Recaps
Jacob Amaya is in the starting lineup for the White Sox Sunday.
Fantasy Impact: Amaya will start at shortstop and bat ninth against the Red Sox Sunday. He is hitting .273 with one RBI this season.
Garrett Crochet struggled through a brief outing, allowing four earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out three over just two innings in Saturday's 7-5 loss to the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact: This performance was a stark deviation from his otherwise solid season metrics, including a 3.83 ERA and a 1.10 WHIP. Given his high strikeout rate of 12.8 K/9 and a strong 5.97 strikeout-to-walk ratio, fantasy managers might view this game as a minor blip rather than a trend. However, his inconsistency in securing wins, now standing at 6-11, continues to be a concern for those in win-dependent formats. Moving forward, Crochet remains a high-risk, high-reward option in fantasy rotations.
Category: Game Recaps
Andrew Benintendi turned in a solid performance for the White Sox, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs scored in their 7-5 defeat to the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's loss, Benintendi's outing was a bright spot, showcasing his ability to contribute significantly on offense. This season, Benintendi has struggled to maintain a consistent batting average, currently sitting at .223, but games like this highlight his potential upside. His power numbers are decent with 16 homers, and if he can continue to tap into that power while improving his average, he could become a more reliable fantasy option. However, his low BABIP suggests some bad luck this year, which might mean potential for improvement as the season progresses.
Category: Game Recaps