YOÁN MONCADA NEWS

Gets rest day Moncada is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mariners.

Impact The White Sox will hand Moncada and Andrew Benintendi veterans' days off while the club concludes its series against Seattle with a matinee contest after a night game. Elvis Andrus will slide over from the middle infield to replace Moncada at third base.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Belts homer in loss Moncada went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's loss to the Brewers.

Impact Moncada tagged Brandon Woodruff for a solo shot to center field in the sixth inning, marking his first homer since returning from a lengthy stay on the injured list July 25. The third baseman has seen his power drop off since going deep 25 times in 2019, as he has since topped out at 14 homers over 144 contests in 2021. With just four long balls and one stolen base across 54 games, Moncada has been waiver-wire fodder in most fantasy formats this season.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Day off Friday Moncada isn't starting Friday against the Guardians, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Moncada is 2-for-11 with an RBI and five strikeouts since returning from the injured list, and he'll catch a breather Friday. Jake Burger will take Moncada's place in the hot corner, allowing Zach Remillard to start at second base and bat eighth.

JULY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hitless in return Moncada went 0-for-3 with an RBI on Tuesday against the Cubs.

Impact Moncada returned from a six-week absence caused by a back issue to start at third base and hit fifth. He struck out twice but did manage a sacrifice fly in the seventh inning. There was some concern about Moncada's potential for playing time given the power production of Jake Burger while Moncada was sidelined, though Burger slid to second base Tuesday. That leaves both Zach Remillard and Elvis Andrus as the potential biggest playing-time losers due to Moncada's return.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Activated from injured list Moncada (back) was activated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports.

Impact Moncada has been limited to just 38 games this season due to a back injury leading to a pair of IL stints. His most recent absence lasted six weeks, but he's ready to roll now following an eight-game rehab stint with Triple-A Charlotte. Moncada's return puts Jake Burger's playing time outlook at bit in flux, although the White Sox have discussed the possibility of using him more at second base.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back Tuesday White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said that Moncada (back) could return from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact Moncada made his seven rehab appearance for Triple-A Charlotte on Sunday and recorded a double and a pair of walks, bringing his on-base percentage up to .357 during the minor-league assignment. He looks ready to rejoin the big club, and though Moncada mustered a meager .649 OPS at the big-league level this season, Grifol said he still envisions the 28-year-old switch hitter returning to a near-everyday role at third base. Grifol said that Moncada's return won't necessarily bump Jake Burger out of the regular lineup; the skipper floated the possibility of Burger playing more frequently at second base, where he's made two appearances off the bench. Burger could also play at first base if Andrew Vaughn (foot) is moved to the 10-day IL.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Beginning rehab assignment Moncada (back) is beginning his rehab assignment Friday with Triple-A Charlotte, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.

Impact Jake Burger, who has been playing third base with Moncada on the shelf, has had the better overall season, but Burger is hitting .176 with three home runs and a 32 percent strikeout rate over his last 20 games. Given how much Moncada struggled (78 wRC+, 0.18 BB/K) before the injury, the club may opt to give him a longer rehab assignment than usual to see if he can get into a rhythm at the plate.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rehab assignment coming after break White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said Tuesday that Moncada (back) could begin a rehab assignment after the All-Star break, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports.

Impact Hahn's statement seemingly rules out the possibility of Moncada returning before the All-Star break, and it appears he might not be available immediately afterwards either. The 28-year-old third baseman has been on the injured list since June 15 due to a lingering back issue and is slashing .232/.279/.370 on the season.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes part in sprinting work Moncada (back) was seen running at full speed in the outfield prior to Sunday's game against the Athletics, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Impact The activity is another sign that Moncada is trending in the right direction as he works his way through the back issue that has bothered him off and on this season. Despite Moncada's increased involvement in on-field work, the White Sox aren't yet putting a timeline on his return from the 10-day injured list. Even if Moncada doesn't make it back before the All-Star break, he should still have a good chance at being ready to go when the White Sox open their second-half slate July 14.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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