Frequently Asked Questions
What injury did Kyle Teel suffer and how long is he out?
Teel suffered a left ankle sprain after a non-contact injury at home plate and was placed on the 10-day injured list. It is his third separate injury of the season, having also dealt with a right hamstring strain and an LCL sprain in his right knee earlier in the year.
Who did the White Sox call up to replace Kyle Teel?
The White Sox recalled catcher Edgar Quero from Triple-A Charlotte to replace Teel on the roster. Quero had already spent a large chunk of the season with the big-league club earlier this year.
Who is Michael Turner and why are White Sox fans talking about him?
Michael Turner is a 27-year-old left-handed hitting catcher and the White Sox ninth-round pick in 2022 who is currently in Triple-A with the Charlotte Knights. He is hitting .311 with an .882 OPS in 180 plate appearances this season, making him an internal option worth watching ahead of the trade deadline.
Who are the top trade deadline catcher targets for the White Sox?
Tyler Stephenson of the Reds and Jonah Heim of the A's are the two rental options that make the most sense for Chicago, as both are on reasonable contracts and would be free agents after the season. Controllable options like Adley Rutschman and Francisco Alvarez would cost significantly more in prospects but represent bigger offensive upgrades.
Who is Boston Smith and could he be called up to help the White Sox?
Boston Smith is a 23-year-old catching prospect acquired from the Nationals in the Curtis Mead trade who has hit 20 home runs across three minor league levels this season, including six in 12 Double-A games with a 1.382 OPS. Despite his impressive production, it seems unlikely the White Sox would rush him to the majors during their current playoff push.
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