YOÁN MONCADA NEWS

Works at third base before game Moncada (back) was able to participate in defensive drills prior to Tuesday's game versus the Angels, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.

Impact Merkin notes that hitting is more an issue than defense right now in terms of Moncada's back soreness, but it's still a positive sign to see the infielder taking part in the drills. The 28-year-old has been out since the middle of June because of the injury, and he's not expected back until the early portion of July at the earliest.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still without timeline White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Wednesday that there is still no telling exactly how long Moncada (back) will remain on the injured list, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Moncada landed on the injured list Thursday due to a back issue that has bothered him all season. He's resumed throwing and fielding drills but has yet to step back into the batter's box, which could potentially spell an absence that lasts into July. A better picture should come as Moncada progresses through his rehab process.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to IL Moncada will be placed on the injured list due to his nagging back injury, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Moncada has dealt with a herniated disc in his back since spring training and already spent more than a month on the IL with the issue. It appears he's headed back there as he continues to be in pain and struggles at the plate. It's not clear how much time he'll miss, but it certainly could be an extended absence. Jake Burger is in line for everyday third base duties.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Wednesday Moncada is not in the starting lineup versus the Dodgers on Wednesday.

Impact Moncada has struggled mightily as of late with a slash of .139/.162/.250 over 36 at-bats in the month of June and no multi-hit games since May 16 versus Cleveland. Jake Burger is hitting fifth and playing third base while Moncada takes a seat.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes most of one hit Moncada went 1-for-8 with a solo home run across both games of Thursday's doubleheader against the Yankees.

Impact Moncada took Luis Severino deep in the third inning of the opening game to tally his third home run of the season, though he also struck out three times across the twin bill. It was his first long ball in 28 games, which encompasses most of his season due to injury. Moncada currently has a .675 OPS across 131 plate appearances, his second consecutive year under .700. Even so, he remains the primary starter at third base.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes seat Sunday Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Tigers.

Impact Moncada started the previous five games but will head to the bench after going 1-for-17 with two walks and eight strikeouts during that stretch. Elvis Andrus will shift to the hot corner while Romy Gonzalez starts at second base.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hits bench Sunday Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Tigers.

Impact Moncada will give way to Hanser Alberto at third base after occupying the position in each of Chicago's last nine games. Since returning earlier this month following a stint on the injured list, Moncada is slashing .264/.328/.358 with zero home runs, one stolen base, eight runs and seven RBI.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three hits, three RBI Moncada went 3-for-5 with a triple, three RBI and a run scored Friday against the Tigers.

Impact Moncada snapped a four-game hitless streak with an RBI triple in the fifth inning. He chipped in an additional two knocks to tally his third multi-hit performance in 14 games since he returned from a back injury. Though it's been a limited sample due to the injury, Moncada has shown significant steps forward in limiting his strikeout rate (21.3 percent) while also hitting for power (.170 ISO) across 94 plate appearances this season.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Thursday Moncada is not in the White Sox' lineup for Thursday's game versus the Guardians.

Impact It looks to be a routine day off for Moncada. The hot-hitting Jake Burger will handle third base against Logan Allen and the Guardians.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adds steal Wednesday Moncada went 1-for-4 with an RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 7-2 win over the Guardians.

Impact Moncada has gone 6-for-15 (.400) with three doubles and two RBI over his last four games. The steal was his first of the season, and he hasn't swiped more than three bags in any of the last four campaigns. The 27-year-old has regained a starting role at third base since returning from a back injury, and he's slashing .310/.344/.534 with two home runs, seven RBI, seven runs scored and seven doubles through 61 plate appearances this season.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First hits since activation Moncada went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored Saturday against the Astros.

Impact Moncada returned from the injured list Friday after missing a month due to back discomfort. He went hitless in his return but appeared to have knocked off the rust Saturday by tallying his second multi extra-base hit game of the campaign. Moncada has been limited by a few different injuries in the first six weeks of the season, though he's managed to maintain a .319 average and .386 wOBA across 48 plate appearances.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from injured list Moncada (back) was activated Friday from the 10-day injured list.

Impact Moncada is set to return to action for the White Sox in Friday night's series opener against the visiting Astros after missing a full month due to lingering lower-back discomfort. He was off to an encouraging start before the early-season injury, boasting a .308/.325/.564 bating line with two home runs and four doubles through nine games.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely back Friday Moncada (back) is expected to be activated from the injured list Friday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

Impact White Sox manager Pedro Grifol had hinted previously that it was a good possibility, and Moncada not being in Triple-A Charlotte's lineup Thursday is a good indication his time there on a rehab assignment is over. The third baseman has been on the shelf since mid-April with a nagging back injury. He had an .889 OPS with two homers in nine games before getting hurt.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good chance to return over weekend White Sox manager Pedro Grifol told reporters before Tuesday's game against the Royals that there's a good chance Moncada (back) returns over the weekend series against the Astros,...

Impact Grifol seemed to rule out Moncada returning for the series against the Royals, but it seems likely that the infielder will be back in the lineup by the end of the weekend. Moncada has been out since the middle of April with his back injury, and he should return to being a regular for the White Sox as soon as he returns to the roster.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might not return until this weekend The "best guess" is that Moncada (back) remains on his rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte a bit longer, with a return to the White Sox coming perhaps this weekend for the begin...

Impact Manager Pedro Grifol on Sunday wouldn't rule out a return Monday for Moncada, but it sounds like it will be a little while longer. Moncada is 5-for-9 with a home run in his first three rehab games, so his bat looks ready. However, the White Sox want to make sure the back injury which has kept the third baseman out since mid-April is behind him.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be activated Monday White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said that he hasn't ruled out the possibility of Moncada (back) being activated from the 10-day injured list prior to Monday's game in Kansas City, D...

Impact Moncada has been on the shelf since April 14 due to a disc issue, but the 27-year-old was cleared to begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte earlier this weekend and has gone 2-for-6 with a walk and an RBI through his first two contests with the affiliate. Though Grifol's comments suggest that it's more likely that the team will wait until later in the upcoming week to activate Moncada, the White Sox could expedite the infielder's return if he checks out fine after playing seven innings in the field for Charlotte on Sunday. Until the White Sox formally reinstate Moncada, Hanser Alberto should serve as the team's primary option at third base.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Beginning assignment Friday Moncada (back) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Friday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact The team hasn't indicated how long they plan on keeping Moncada on assignment, but it's a promising sign for the 27-year-old third baseman. Moncada was slashing .308/.325/.564 through 40 plate appearances before back soreness forced him onto the injured list April 11.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing rehab assignment White Sox manager Pedro Grifol suggested Wednesday that Moncada (back) is close to beginning a rehab assignment, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact There's no set day yet, but Grifol noted that Moncada got his uniform dirty while participating in drills Wednesday afternoon in Chicago. The third baseman landed on the injured list April 11 due to lower back soreness and was later diagnosed with a disc issue. Jake Burger continues to draw everyday starts at the hot corner for the White Sox.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has disc issue in back Moncada is dealing with a disc issue in his back and will not be ready for a rehab assignment during the White Sox' April 28-May 4 homestand, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

Impact General manager Rick Hahn noted Thursday that Moncada is improving and it's unlikely to be an injury which requires surgery. However, the third baseman still needs some more down time before he's ready to return to game action. It would appear Moncada is multiple weeks away from a return.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected this week Moncada (back) is not expected to return by the end of the week, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Moncada will need a rehab assignment before being activated and it's not clear when that will begin. White Sox manager Pedro Grifol has said that the team wants to make sure the third baseman is 100 percent recovered from his back issue for returning, so it's clear they're proceeding cautiously. Jake Burger's play at the hot corner allows the White Sox to be deliberate with Moncada.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Feeling better Moncada (back) told White Sox manager Pedro Grifol on Monday that he's feeling better, but the manager said Tuesday Moncada won't return until he's 100 percent, Scott Merkin of MLB...

Impact "I haven't spoke to him today," Grifol said. "He was better yesterday. Not sure how close he is to getting back. But he's making improvements. When he does come back, I want him to be feeling good and not at 80 percent or 75 percent." Grifol's quote would seem to suggest Moncada's return isn't imminent, although there's nothing definitive on the third baseman's status. General manager Rick Hahn indicated previously that he hoped Moncada could return during the team's April 21-26 road trip. Jake Burger's performance at third base seemingly makes it easier to take things slowly with Moncada.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hopes to return on road trip White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said Friday that he's hopeful Moncada (back) can return sometime during the team's April 21-26 road trip, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.

Impact Moncada is first eligible for activation at the beginning of the trip on April 21. The third baseman was finally placed on the injured list Friday after being out all week with lower-back soreness. It sounds like his absence could be a short one, but much will depend on how he progresses in the coming days.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to injured list Moncada was placed on the 10-day injured list by the White Sox on Friday, retroactive to April 11, with lower-back soreness.

Impact Moncada's recovery had been coming along more slowly than anticipated and the team decided to go ahead and make an IL move. He'll be eligible to return April 21 and would seem to have a decent chance to be back at that time. Jake Burger and Hanser Alberto will probably get the first crack to fill in at third base, with Lenyn Sosa and Romy Gonzalez also potentially in the mix.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might need IL stint Moncada (back) no longer is expected back Friday and could instead require a stint on the injured list, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact A trip to the IL looks to be just a possibility, but even if the White Sox aren't ready to make that move yet, Moncada doesn't appear ready to play. The third baseman has been on the shelf all week with a back issue that is coming along slowly. Chicago has been using Hanser Alberto and Jake Burger at the hot corner this week.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out until Friday Moncada (back) is expected to remain sidelined through the end of the White Sox' series against the Twins, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Moncada sat out Monday's contest with back tightness and it sounds like he'll be out Tuesday and Wednesday, as well. The White Sox have an off day Thursday before beginning a homestand Friday, so hopefully Moncada will be ready to play by this weekend. Hanser Alberto and Jake Burger could see time at the hot corner while Moncada is banged up.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE