Chicago White Sox

The White Sox sent Deivi García outright to Triple-A Charlotte. (Source: Chicago White Sox on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Garcia went unclaimed through waivers and will remain in the White Sox organization.

Chris Flexen delivered a lackluster performance, allowing two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings in Wednesday's 10-5 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: This outing did little to reassure fantasy managers, as Flexen's season ERA nudged slightly down to 4.85, but his other metrics like a 1.31 WHIP and a low 5.16 K/9 continue to paint a grim picture. Given these numbers, Flexen remains a risky play in most fantasy formats, especially without signs of imminent improvement. His role as a starter might be secure for now, but fantasy managers should consider other options with higher upside.

Korey Lee went 1-for-3 with a home run and an RBI in the White Sox's 10-5 defeat to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: This performance brings a slight uptick to Lee's modest season totals, now featuring a .255 batting average with three homers and six RBI over 22 games.

Tommy Pham went 2-for-4 in the White Sox's 10-5 loss to the Twins, delivering a home run, a double, two runs scored, and two RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This performance marks a significant uptick in Pham's production, considering it was his first home run and first RBIs of the season. His batting average has climbed impressively to .375 through six games, signaling a potentially valuable fantasy asset if he maintains this pace. However, fantasy managers should remain cautious, as his zero walks and low on-base metrics suggest a reliance on maintaining a high BABIP to sustain his batting average.

Eloy Jimenez is absent from the lineup for the Chicago White Sox against the Minnesota Twins Wednesday. (Source: Chicago White Sox on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Jimenez will take a seat on the bench for manager Pedro Grifol Wednesday, with Robbie Grossman batting leadoff and occupying the designated hitter spot against the Twins.

The White Sox recalled Jared Shuster from Triple-A Charlotte. (Source: James Fegan on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Shuster has made two appearances for the White Sox this season. Prelander Berroa was optioned as the corresponding move.

The White Sox optioned Prelander Berroa to Triple-A Charlotte. (Source: James Fegan on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Berroa was able to get the White Sox out of a bases loaded jam in the eighth inning on Tuesday. He'll look to continue to develop in the minors.

Pillar signed a 1-year contract with the Angels Tuesday. (Source: Robert Murray on X)

Fantasy Impact: Shortly after news broke that Mike Trout would miss time with knee surgery, the Angels acquired free-agent outfielder Kevin Pillar. The 35-year-old was designated by assignment by the White Sox on Friday after recording just a .160 batting average over 25 at-bats in 17 games. This will be Pillar's ninth team over his 12-year career.

Luis Robert Jr. is at 80% running as he rehabs from a hip flexor strain. (Source: Daryl Van Schouwen on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: He is taking batting practice, but the team is going to be cautious in his rehab as they look to avoid any lingering issues with the injury. Robert will likely require a fairly lengthy rehab assignment once he is healthy enough to return to game action.

Garrett Crochet delivered a solid start, allowing two earned runs on just two hits and one walk while striking out seven over five innings in Monday's 3-2 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: Despite his commendable performance, Crochet's season has been a rollercoaster, marked by a high 5.97 ERA but a promising 1.10 WHIP and an impressive 12.2 K/9. His ability to miss bats is evident, but the inconsistency in run prevention continues to plague his fantasy value.

Andrew Vaughn is in the lineup for the White Sox Monday. (Source: White Sox on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Vaughn will return to the lineup after getting the day off Sunday. He will man first base and bat second against the Twins Monday.

Erick Fedde allowed two runs on seven hits over 8 1/3 innings with nine strikeouts on Sunday against the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: Fedde finished just two outs shy of a complete game in another dominant performance. He now carries a 2.60 ERA on the season.

Jonathan Cannon had another rough outing, allowing four earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out five over five innings in Saturday's narrow 8-7 victory over the Rays.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the White Sox pulling off the win, Cannon's performance did little to reassure fantasy managers. His season ERA now balloons to 7.24 with a WHIP of 1.76, numbers that scream caution in all fantasy formats. His decent strikeout rate of 8.6 K/9 continues to be overshadowed by his overall ineffectiveness and high BABIP of .409, indicating he's been somewhat unlucky but also hinting at underlying issues. Fantasy managers should consider other more reliable options, as Cannon's current form presents too much risk for little reward.

Andrew Benintendi had a standout performance in the White Sox's 8-7 win over the Rays, going 3-for-5 with two home runs and six RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This game marked a significant uptick in his production, considering his struggles at the plate this season, with a batting average just under the Mendoza Line at .191. The two homers doubled his season total and the six RBI helped him nearly match his prior output in that category. While this game could suggest a turning point, his high strikeout rate and low walk rate still pose concerns for fantasy managers. However, those in need of power might see some value in Benintendi if he can build on this performance.

Gavin Sheets returns to the lineup for the Chicago White Sox against the Tampa Bay Rays Saturday. (Source: Chicago White Sox on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Sheets is back after taking a seat on the bench for general rest Friday night, patrolling right field and batting third against the Rays Saturday.

Martin Maldonado went 2-for-4 in the White Sox's 9-4 win over the Rays with a home run, two runs scored, and three RBI.

Fantasy Impact: This performance was a significant highlight in what has been a challenging season for Maldonado, whose batting average has lingered around a paltry .087. The veteran catcher's two-hit game, including a home run, might not signal a turnaround, but it does offer a glimmer of hope for fantasy managers who have been waiting for any sign of offensive life. Given his overall poor offensive stats this season, including a very low BABIP and wOBA, fantasy managers should remain cautious. Maldonado's value continues to be limited to very deep leagues where defensive play factors into scoring, or as a backup in two-catcher formats.

The White Sox have selected the contract of Rafael Ortega from Triple-A Charlotte. (Source: Daryl Van Schouwen on Twitter )

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.

The White Sox have optioned Dominic Fletcher to Triple-A Charlotte. (Source: Daryl Van Schouwen on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Fletcher has struggled this season, posting a .203 batting average and six RBI in 59 at-bats. The team is calling up Rafael Ortega in a corresponding move.

Michael Soroka was mediocre on Thursday, pitching 5 innings, two runs, four hits, two walks, and one strikeout in a 6-3 loss to the Twins.

Fantasy Impact: Soroka allowed two earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out just one over five innings. This performance continues a troubling trend for Soroka, whose season ERA now sits at an inflated 6.83 with a 1.69 WHIP through six starts. His low strikeout rate of 4.0 K/9 and high FIP of 7.36 suggest that he's not just unlucky but genuinely struggling to retire batters effectively. Fantasy managers should steer away from Soroka on the waiver wire, as his current form offers little in terms of reliability or upside.

Nick Nastrini took the loss on Sunday against the Phillies, allowing six runs (five earned) on six hits across three innings with three strikeouts and five walks.

Fantasy Impact: Nastrini was hit hard all afternoon, while also walking five hitters. He is scheduled to face the Rays next.