Rafael Ortega

The White Sox sent Rafael Ortega outright to Triple-A Charlotte.

Fantasy Impact

Ortega cleared waivers after he was designated for assignment earlier this week. He will remain in the White Sox organization.

The White Sox have designated Rafael Ortega for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Ortega only managed to get one hit during his time with the White Sox. The team has recalled Dominic Fletcher to provide depth for the White Sox.

The White Sox have selected the contract of Rafael Ortega from Triple-A Charlotte.

Fantasy Impact

Ortega was off to a solid start to the season in Charlotte, posting a .241 batting average, three home runs, and six stolen bases. The White Sox are struggling and Ortega should not be considered an option for fantasy managers right now.

Mets outfielder Rafael Ortega is back in the starting lineup Wednesday versus the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

Ortega sat out against a left-handed Andrew Heaney on Wednesday but will return to take on right-hander Dane Dunning one night later. The former Cubs outfielder is hitting .234 with one homer and five stolen bases across just 88 plate appearances with the Mets this season.

Rafael Ortega has a good shot for an Opening Day roster spot with the Yankees.

Fantasy Impact

According to manager Aaron Boone, Ortega was in the mix prior to Harrison Bader's injury. But now with Bader likely to start the season on the IL, his chances have seemed to increase. He slashed .241/.331/.358 with a 96 wRC+ in 2022 with the Cubs.