Yoán Moncada
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Jun 30 2025Moncada (knee) has been sent to the rookie-level Arizona Complex League Angels to begin a rehab assignment, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's recovery from right knee inflammation has dragged on longer than expected, but he is finally ready to play in games again. The veteran infielder should eventually move up to a higher minor-league affiliate as he continues his rehab assignment and could return in early July.
Jun 22 2025Moncada said Saturday that he still has pain in right knee and that he is frustrated by his slow progress from the injury, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada landed on the IL on June 2 due to right knee inflammation, and he's now been out of action for three weeks. While the veteran infielder stated Saturday that he has been "feeling better," he also shared that the knee pain hasn't gone away. Moncada explained that he's seen multiple doctors who have told him that the pain will eventually subside, but he expressed frustration that the issue isn't yet resolved. Due to the lingering pain, Moncada hasn't been able to swing right-handed or participate in any defensive drills, so he doesn't appear to be close to a return to game action.
Jun 15 2025Moncada (knee) is limited to taking swings off a tee from the left side and didn't travel with the Angels on their current road trip, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The switch hitter landed on the injured list June 2 due to right knee inflammation and hasn't yet been able to resume swinging a bat from the right side of the plate. Moncada may be reassessed when the Angels return home Friday His timeline for a return remains uncertain, but late June appears to be a best-case scenario for him to be activated.
Jun 2 2025The Angels placed Moncada on the 10-day injured list Monday with right knee inflammation. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada injured the knee last Wednesday and had missed two of the last three contests before the Angels decided to make a roster move. It's the second trip to the IL this season for Moncada, who previously missed a month of action with a thumb injury. Luis Rengifo is likely to see the bulk of the starts at third base while Moncada is out.
Jun 1 2025Moncada is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada returned to the lineup Saturday and went 2-for-4 with a solo homer after sitting out one game due to knee soreness, but he's back on the bench Sunday. There's been no indication that the veteran third baseman aggravated the injury, so he could just be getting a rest day. Luis Rengifo will shift to third base while Scott Kingery receives a start at the keystone.
May 31 2025Moncada (knee) went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Saturday's 7-5 loss to the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada returned to the Angels' lineup Saturday after missing Friday's contest due to right knee soreness. He put the Halos on the board in the third inning with a solo home run, and he came around to score in the fifth on a Mike Trout double. Moncada will end the month of May with a .253/.329/.573 slash line with six home runs and 15 RBI in 85 plate appearances.
May 30 2025Moncada (knee) is not in Friday's lineup against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He ran on the field before the game and the team waited to see how he felt before finalizing the lineup, so it seems like Moncada is day-to-day after being removed from Wednesday's game with knee soreness. Luis Rengifo will man third base and bat ninth while Scott Kingery starts at the keystone, batting eighth.
May 28 2025Moncada was removed from Wednesday's game against the Yankees with right knee soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The severity of Moncada's injury remains unknown, but the Angels will likely have more information on his status once they take a closer look at him. Kevin Newman entered as Moncada's replacement at third base in the sixth inning and could be in line to start at the hot corner if the 30-year-old is unable to play against the Guardians on Friday.
May 22 2025Moncada is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has now been absent from the lineup two days in a row, and that's come after he hit a three-run homer Tuesday. The infielder has dealt with a nagging thumb issue, although there's no indication that that's the reason for his exclusion from the Angels' lineup. Kevin Newman is at third base and batting eighth Thursday.
May 21 2025Moncada isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Athletics, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will get a breather after going 2-for-5 with a three-run homer during Tuesday's victory. While he sits, Luis Rengifo will fill in at third base with Tim Anderson at the keystone.
May 20 2025Moncada went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 7-5 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada provided a quick response to the Athletics' three-run fourth inning, countering with a three-run shot in the fifth to tie the game at 4-4. The third baseman has hit fairly well since returning from a sprained right thumb May 6, going 12-for-49 (.245) with four homers and 13 RBI over his last 13 games. He's at a .229/.349/.486 slash line through 83 plate appearances on the year.
May 18 2025Moncada (thumb) is starting at third base and batting third Sunday against the Dodgers, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was held out of Saturday's lineup after departing Friday's contest with the thumb issue, but he's back in the starting nine for Sunday's series finale. The 29-year-old missed most of April due to a sprained thumb but appears to have avoided a serious aggravation this time around.
May 16 2025Moncada was removed from Friday's game against the Dodgers with an apparent thumb injury, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed nearly a month of action while on the injured list because of a sprained right thumb, and he appeared to aggravate it during a swing in the ninth inning. If the 29-year-old ends up having to miss any more time due to his latest flare-up, Kevin Newman and Tim Anderson would be the leading candidates to pick up playing time in the infield.
May 8 2025Moncada went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 5-4 win over Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada now has two games under his belt since returning from a nearly month-long stint on the injured list, and he's homered in each contest while driving in four runs. The veteran third's baseman's long ball Wednesday was a 386-footer to right field for his team's first run. Moncada has struggled to stay healthy in recent campaigns, but he has a chance to return to fantasy relevance as the Angels' primary third baseman if he can put those injury issues behind him.
May 6 2025Moncada (thumb) went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Tuesday's 8-3 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's homer was part of a six-run eighth inning that put the Angels in control of the game. The third baseman has battled a thumb sprain since mid-March, with the latest flare-up costing him nearly a month of action. Moncada is hitting .200 (5-for-25) with a homer, seven RBI, four runs scored, two doubles and a 6:8 BB:K over his first nine games with the Angels. Staying healthy will be the big concern for Moncada going forward, as he played in just 104 games between the 2023 and 2024 campaigns.
Apr 10 2025The Angels placed Moncada on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a right thumb sprain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada first injured his thumb back in mid-March. He was included on the Halos' Opening Day roster but has had a pair of setbacks since then, and the club has finally decided a stint on the IL is required. According to Brian Murphy of MLB.com, manager Ron Washington was unwilling to speculate whether Moncada would miss more than the minimum 10 days, as the Angels are still awaiting the results of a recent re-evaluation on his thumb before offering up a timeline for his return. The Angels will likely continue to go with Luis Rengifo as their primary third baseman and Kyren Paris as their primary second baseman while Moncada is shelved.
Apr 9 2025Moncada was pulled from Wednesday's game against Tampa Bay due to right thumb soreness, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada began having issues with his thumb toward the end of spring training. He's already aggravated it once since the regular season began, leaving Friday's contest early before missing the next three games, and he couldn't make it through his first game back in the lineup without experiencing another flare-up. The Angels may consider sending the 29-year-old to the injured list to give his thumb the time it needs to properly heal, though the team's plans are currently unknown.
Apr 8 2025Moncada (thumb) remains out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Rays, Erica Weston of Bally Sports West reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will miss his third straight start as he tends to a thumb injury. Luis Rengifo is making another start at third base and batting second. Moncada is slashing .200/.385/.300 with a pair of doubles, four RBI and three runs scored across 26 plate appearances to begin the 2025 campaign.
Apr 6 2025Moncada (thumb) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians, Erica Weston of Bally Sports West reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Moncada will miss out on a second straight start while he tends to a thumb injury. Luis Rengifo will fill in at third base in place of Moncada, who is unlikely to be available off the bench Sunday but could return to the lineup in the Angels' next game Tuesday at Tampa Bay.
Apr 5 2025Moncada (thumb) will likely be sidelined until Tuesday, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was removed from Friday's game and absent from Saturday's lineup after aggravating a thumb injury. It sounds as if Moncada will be able to avoid a stint on the injured list, and he'll have an extra day to rest with the Angels off Monday.
Apr 4 2025Moncada was removed from Friday's game against Cleveland due to right thumb irritation, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed roughly two weeks at the end of spring training due to problems with his right thumb, and the injury seems to have reappeared during Friday's contest. It's unknown if his second bout of thumb trouble is severe enough to warrant a trip to the injured list, though the Angels may err on the side of caution this time around.
Mar 29 2025Moncada (thumb) will start at third base and bat fifth Saturday against the White Sox, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada didn't start the Angels' season opener Thursday due to a thumb issue that was giving him problems during spring training, but he was able to enter as a pinch hitter and draw a walk. Now seemingly recovered, he's set to make his first start at the hot corner since March 12.
Mar 27 2025Moncada (thumb) is absent from the lineup for Thursday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada made enough improvement with his right thumb to be included on the Angels' Opening Day roster, but he is not in the lineup for the opener. It's possible he'll be ready to play Saturday following Friday's off date for the Halos. Luis Rengifo is at third base and Tim Anderson is at second base Thursday.
Mar 26 2025Moncada (thumb) is expected to be active and in the Angels' Opening Day lineup versus the White Sox, Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada hasn't played in two weeks due to a right thumb injury, but he's been working out in recent days and apparently has convinced the Angels he's well enough to give it a go in Thursday's opener. The 29-year-old switch hitter is expected to be the Halos' primary third baseman this season after signing a one-year, $5 million contract just before spring training. Injuries have limited Moncada to only 104 games over the last two seasons.
Mar 24 2025Moncada (thumb) fielded grounders and did some light throwing Monday, Michael Huntley of The Sporting Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was still wearing a wrap on his injured right thumb during the workout. While he remains hopeful of being ready in time for Opening Day, the fact that Moncada hasn't played in nearly two weeks and still isn't throwing at full strength suggests it would be a push for him to play Thursday. If Moncada is not ready, Luis Rengifo will play third base for the Angels.
Mar 17 2025Moncada (thumb) fielded grounders Monday, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada did not hit or throw, as he's not ready for that yet since it's his right thumb that's bothering him. It's not yet clear when he'll be ready for full baseball activities and games, but Moncada still hopes to be ready to go on Opening Day. If Moncada needs time on the injured list, the Angels would likely use Luis Rengifo at third base, with Tim Anderson entering the lineup at second base.
Mar 16 2025Moncada's thumb injury is worse than initially expected and could require time on the injured list to begin the season, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was scratched from the lineup Friday due to the injury and may now be unavailable Opening Day after being poised to start the campaign as the Halos' primary third baseman. The 29-year-old's return timeline should come into focus this week as he continues to be evaluated. Non-roster invitee Tim Anderson could fill the open spot in the lineup while playing second base, which would shift Luis Rengifo to the hot corner.
Mar 14 2025Moncada was scratched from Friday's lineup against the Athletics due to thumb soreness, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not clear at this point whether the injury might cause Moncada to miss any additional time. The veteran infielder is 4-for-21 with one home run and a 6:7 K:BB over 10 Cactus League contests. Moncada is projected to open the season as the Angels' primary third baseman.
Feb 7 2025Moncada is expected to open the season as the Angels' starting third baseman, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada agreed to a one-year contract with Los Angeles on Thursday, and it now seems the Angels brought him in with the intent of replacing Anthony Rendon, who has yet to play more than 58 games in a season since joining the Angels in 2020. Moncada has also struggled to stay on the field recently, appearing in just 104 games over the past two years to Rendon's 100, but the former's production in that span (.733 OPS) far outpaces the latter's (.618 OPS).
Feb 6 2025The Angels signed Moncada to a one-year, $5 million contract Thursday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada spent the previous eight seasons in Chicago with the White Sox, but he appeared in just 12 games last season due to an adductor injury. Across 45 plate appearances, Moncada slashed .275/.356/.400 with three extra-base hits, five walks and four runs scored. Injuries have plagued Moncada throughout much of his career, but he now gets a change of scenery. With experience at both second and third base, Moncada gives the Angels another option alongside Anthony Rendon and Luis Rengifo (wrist).
Oct 31 2024The White Sox declined Moncada's $25 million club option for 2025, Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran infielder will be given a $5 million buyout. It was an obvious move, given where the White Sox' roster stands and the fact that Moncada was limited to just 12 games in 2024 and 92 games in 2023 due to injury. Moncada won't turn 30 until May, but durability concerns and inconsistent production could point to a bearish market this winter.
Sep 19 2024Moncada went 0-for-1 in Thursday's loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada appeared in his first game since being activated from the injured list. He entered the contest as a pinch-runner in the 12th inning and struck out in his only plate appearance. Moncada does not appear to have a regular role in the White Sox's lineup to the close the season, as he has yet to start in three opportunities since his activation.
Sep 16 2024The White Sox activated Moncada (adductor) from the 60-day injured list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada is finally ready to return to action after being sidelined since early April with an adductor strain. He hit .342/.413/.537 with one home run over 12 games after resuming a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte late last month. However, Moncada is not in Monday's lineup against the Angels, and manager Grady Sizemore stated before Monday's game that he doesn't have a concrete plan to get Moncada back into the starting nine, per Kyle Glaser of Baseball America. Sizemore went on to say the club would actually like to see more of Bryan Ramos and Miguel Vargas down the stretch of the regular season, likely to help make decisions about the future.
Sep 15 2024Moncada (adductor) joined the White Sox on Sunday and is expected to be activated from the 60-day injured list Monday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old has been sidelined since April due to an adductor strain, but he's apparently ready to rejoin the active roster after a 12-game rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte. Moncada played in just 11 games prior to the injury, but he'll look to finish the season strong as he likely heads into free agency this offseason, since the White Sox are a strong bet to decline his $25 million club option for 2025.
Sep 1 2024Moncada (adductor) is expected to play in at least five more rehab games for Triple-A Charlotte before being activated from the 60-day injured list, Francys Romero of BeisbolFR.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been on the injured list since April while recovering from an adductor strain and a related setback that caused him to be pulled off a rehab assignment shortly after the All-Star break. Though he's reported no setbacks since kicking off a second rehab assignment this past Tuesday, Moncada has looked rusty in his first game action in a month and a half, going 2-for-10 with a double and two strikeouts. Based on Romero's report, the White Sox are leaning toward keeping Moncada at Charlotte throughout the week, so he shouldn't be expected to return from the 60-day injured list until the second week of September. Miguel Vargas and Lenyn Sosa will likely continue to share reps at third base until Moncada is back with the big club.
Aug 27 2024Moncada (thigh) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada started his initial rehab assignment in early July but was pulled off after just five games due to general soreness. He's now ready to give it a go again, setting up a potential early-September return if all goes well this time around. Moncada's last game with the White Sox before he suffered an adductor strain came back in early April.
Aug 23 2024General manager Chris Getz said Friday that Moncada (thigh) will begin his rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte next week, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been on the IL since early April due to an adductor strain. He started a rehab assignment in early July, and in his five outings before being pulled July 22 due to general soreness, he went 8-for-15 with four runs scored and two RBI. How Moncada responds to his second rehab stint will indicate whether the White Sox will bring the 29-year-old third baseman back into the fold or hold him out until the 2025 season.
Aug 10 2024Moncada (adductor) has been running since being pulled off his minor-league rehab assignment but is still "feeling something there" during his recovery process, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was returned from his rehab assignment July 22 due to "anticipated soreness" and it wasn't viewed as a setback in his recovery from a left adductor strain. However, the third baseman hasn't shown any significant signs of improvement and is still dealing with lingering soreness. The White Sox have already indicated they don't intend to rush Moncada back, and a timeline for return has yet to be established for the 29-year-old.
Jul 22 2024Moncada (adductor) has been pulled off his rehab assignment due to soreness, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: White Sox manager Pedro Grifol referred to the soreness as "anticipated" and added that "there's nothing where we feel he's taken a step back." Moncada will be re-evaluated before it's determined when he might be ready to be sent out for games again. Out since early April with an adductor strain, Moncada had gone 8-for-15 with one double in five rehab contests with the White Sox' Arizona Complex League affiliate.
Jul 21 2024The White Sox are being cautious in their plans for Moncada's (thigh) return, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has gone 8-for-15 across five games with the Arizona Complex League club but has had mixed results in terms of his recovery, per manager Pedro Grifol. The team has consistently stated they will be cautious with Moncada, so he could engage in a lengthy rehab assignment.
Jul 9 2024Moncada (adductor) will begin a rehab assignment with the White Sox' Arizona Complex League affiliate Tuesday, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It will be his first game action in three months, as Moncada has been slowly working his way back from an adductor strain. Given the long layoff, he will surely require several rehab games before returning to Chicago's active roster. A return before the end of the month for Moncada should be doable.
Jul 5 2024Moncada will begin a rehab assignment with the White Sox's Arizona Complex League affiliate Tuesday and could rejoin the MLB club by the end of July, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will exclusively DH to start out his minor-league rehab stint, which serves as his first in-game action since suffering an adductor strain in early April. The veteran third baseman still has multiple checkpoints to clear before being reinstated, but he could be back before the calendar flips to August.
Jun 18 2024White Sox GM Chris Getz said Tuesday that Moncada (adductor) is expected to return around the All-Star break, which runs July 15-18, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old suffered the adductor strain in early May and was given an initial return timeline of 3-to-6 months, and it appears he's on track to be back at the front of that window. Jimenez will likely require at least a handful of games in the minors to get back up to speed before being activated.
May 15 2024Moncada (thigh) has resumed baseball activity for roughly the last week, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been swinging from the right side since early May, and he swung left-handed for the first time Monday. He's also been doing some fielding drills and is recovering well from the activity. It's projected that Moncada won't be back until after the All-Star break, though it's possible he will beat that timeline if he continues to have positive results while ramping up.
Apr 17 2024Moncada (adductor) plans to head to extended spring training in the coming days to continue his rehab, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada is just over a week removed from suffering a left adductor strain but is already feeling much better. The process will be deliberate, though, as he's on the 60-day injured list and isn't expected to return to action until around the All-Star break.
Apr 12 2024White Sox general manager Chris Getz said Friday that the club is optimistic Moncada (adductor) can return sometime after the All-Star break, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was given an initial timetable of 3-to-6 months to return from an adductor strain, and it sounds like he'll have a shot to make it back closer to the early side of that timeline. The third baseman was shifted to the 60-day injured list Friday. Lenyn Sosa has assumed third base duties for the White Sox.
Apr 10 2024The White Sox placed Moncada on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a left adductor strain. He's expected to be out for 3-to-6 months. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The strain is evidently of the Grade 2 or 3 variety, given that the White Sox are expecting a long-term stay on the shelf for Moncada. It's yet another injury for Moncada, who has been plagued by chronic back and leg issues over the last two seasons. Lenyn Sosa and Braden Shewmake could be in line for upticks in playing time in the infield while Moncada is sidelined.
Apr 9 2024Moncada was removed from Tuesday's game against the Guardians with a left adductor strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada suffered the injury running out a grounder during the second inning and appeared to be in significant pain before being helped off the field. The 28-year-old was reported to be playing through minor groin/hip soreness of late, which seems likely to be the cause of Tuesday's injury.
Apr 8 2024Moncada went 2-for-5 with a double Sunday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada tallied only his second multi-hit game of the season, but he has at least one knock in seven of his nine games. He also boasts an impressive 13.2 percent walk rate. Despite his strong individual start to the new campaign, Moncada has just three runs scored and zero RBI due to the poor lineup context around him -- something that doesn't project to change in 2024.
Mar 21 2024Moncada (illness) will start at third base and bat second in Thursday's Cactus League game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was scratched from the lineup ahead of Wednesday's game against the Reds, but the day off was apparently all he needed to overcome the illness. The 28-year-old is off to a solid start to the spring with a .343/.377/.457 slash line across 16 Cactus League games. He's expected to remain in the two hole once the regular season gets underway next week.
Mar 20 2024Moncada was a late scratch from the White Sox's Cactus League lineup Wednesday due to illness, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He should be ready to return to action in a day or two. Mike Moustakas replaced Moncada at third base Wednesday.
Mar 11 2024White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said earlier this month that Moncada will serve as the team's No. 2 hitter this season, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada mostly hit fourth or fifth during his injury-shortened 2023 season but will slide up to the No. 2 spot to start the 2024 campaign. He'll be preceded by Andrew Benintendi and likely followed by Luis Robert, Eloy Jimenez and Andrew Vaughn. Moncada has battled through chronic back and leg problems the past two seasons but is fully healthy this spring and has slashed .348/.464/.435 during Cactus League play.
Jan 26 2024Moncada said Thursday that he's feeling healthy after being plagued by chronic back and leg issues the previous two seasons, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada told reporters he's been focused this offseason on improving his core strength after he was limited to just 104 games in 2022 and 92 games in 2023. The 28-year-old has slashed just .234/.288/.386 over that span, and it has seemed like he's never been totally healthy. Moncada will report to spring training early this year ahead of what he hopes will be a bounce-back 2024 campaign. The White Sox hold a $25 million option on him for 2025, so it could be a walk year for the third baseman.
Nov 8 2023White Sox general manager Chris Getz on Tuesday wouldn't rule out Moncada playing multiple positions in 2024, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "I think he is capable of playing different positions," Getz said of Moncada. "He's played some second base with us. I think he's a better third baseman than second baseman. That doesn't mean there aren't going to be some days where perhaps he goes over to second base or plays first base and perhaps even the outfield. We'll do what's best for our club." Duber cautions that "the expectation is still that Moncada will be the White Sox' everyday third baseman in 2024." However, it it sounds like he could bounce around a bit if the situation calls for it. Moncada has been used exclusively at third base since 2019.
Oct 1 2023Moncada is not in Sunday's lineup against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He will open the final game of the season on the bench, with Lenyn Sosa getting the nod at the hot corner. Moncada played in only 92 games this year due mostly to a major back injury, but he finished extremely strong, slashing .316/.358/.553 with eight home runs over his final 42 games.
Sep 29 2023Moncada went 1-for-2 with a solo homer and a second run scored in Thursday's 3-1 victory over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada drew a leadoff walk in his first plate appearance before coming around to score on an Andrew Vaughn home run that put the White Sox up 2-0. The third baseman would then add an insurance run with a leadoff shot to open the bottom of the fourth, giving him five long balls this month to go along with 11 RBI. Moncada's hit safely in six of his last eight games, though he's also struck out at least one time in 12 straight.
Sep 27 2023Moncada is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada is receiving his second day off in a three-game stretch. He went 1-for-4 in his last start Tuesday. Prior to that, he had a five-game stretch in which he had a .786 OPS. With the 28-year-old on the bench, Lenyn Sosa gets the start at third base.
Sep 24 2023Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada started the past five games and will receive a day off after he posted a .786 OPS and 42.9 percent strikeout rate in that stretch. Lenyn Sosa will handle the hot corner and bat seventh for Sunday's series finale in Boston.
Sep 20 2023Moncada went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and an additional RBI in Tuesday's loss to the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada put the White Sox ahead 2-1 in the seventh inning with a 412-foot blast off Jackson Rutledge, his ninth homer of the season. The 28-year-old third baseman has put together a strong second half, batting .331 (42-for-127) with six homers and a .925 OPS in his last 35 games. Overall, Moncada's slashing .262/.304/.417 with 38 RBI and 35 runs scored across 329 plate appearances this season.
Sep 17 2023Moncada is out of the lineup Sunday versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada had appeared in six straight games after not starting Sept. 10 due to aggravating his knee in the prior game. In the six-game span, the third baseman is 5-for-23. Zach Remillard will take his place in the lineup Sunday.
Sep 11 2023Moncada (knee) is in the lineup for Monday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada aggravated a knee injury Saturday and was held out Sunday, but that was apparently all he needed to put the issue behind him. He will man the hot corner and hit fifth Monday night.
Sep 10 2023Moncada (knee) is not in the lineup Sunday at Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada made an early exit from Saturday's loss to the Tigers because of right knee discomfort and it remains unclear how much time he might miss. Elvis Andrus is playing third base for the White Sox on Sunday.
Sep 9 2023Moncada aggravated his right knee injury on a swing during Saturday's loss to the Tigers, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not clear when Moncada initially hurt the knee, but evidently he made it worse while in the batter's box Saturday and was icing in postgame. Whether the injury is possibly more than a day-to-day situation isn't known. Moncada did finish Saturday's contest, going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts.
Sep 8 2023Moncada went 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI and one run scored in Friday's 6-0 victory over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's two-out, two-run blast in the seventh broke a scoreless tie and was all the White Sox would need to earn the victory. He later added an RBI single in the eighth to provide the White Sox with their sixth and final run of the evening. Moncada now has hit a home run in three straight to bring his season total up to eight. He's now slashing .264/.308/.418 across 273 at-bats through 76 games this season.
Sep 6 2023Moncada went 2-for-3 with a walk and a two-run home run Tuesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada homered for the sixth time this season, half of which have come in his last 21 games. He's also chipped in 12 RBI while hitting .333 in that span, albeit with a 28.9 percent strikeout rate. Moncada has inched closer to being a league-average hitter this season, though his fantasy profile is still underwhelming as he has only one stolen base with 30 RBI and 26 runs scored across 284 plate appearances.
Aug 30 2023Moncada is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll give way at third base to Elvis Andrus in the series finale. Moncada started in each of the last six games, going 9-for-21 with a home run, three doubles, two walks, six RBI and three runs.
Aug 27 2023Moncada went 4-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI and one run scored in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has gone 12-for-32 (.375) with five extra-base hits and eight RBI over his last nine contests. His two-run double in the seventh inning generated the last runs of the game. The third baseman is at a .246/.288/.381 slash line with five home runs, one stolen base, 28 RBI, 24 runs scored and 16 doubles over 67 games this season.
Aug 26 2023Moncada went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in Saturday's win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada took JP Sears yard in the third inning for his fifth long ball of the season, driving in Tim Anderson and Eloy Jimenez. The third baseman has now hit safely in seven of his last eight appearances, a stretch in which he's batting 8-for-28 (.286) with six RBI but striking out 31 percent of the time.
Aug 23 2023Moncada is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Aug 12 2023Moncada went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jul 28 2023Moncada isn't starting Friday against the Guardians, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jul 26 2023Moncada went 0-for-3 with an RBI against the Cubs on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 managed 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 could leave both Zach Remillard and Elvis Andrus as the biggest playing-time losers due to Moncada's return.
Jul 25 2023Moncada (back) was activated from the 10-day injured list Tuesday, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been limited to just 38 games this season due to a back injury that's led 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 in flux to a degree, although the White Sox have discussed the possibility of using him more at second base.
Jul 23 2023White 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. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jul 14 2023Moncada (back) is beginning his rehab assignment Friday with Triple-A Charlotte, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jul 4 2023White 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. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jul 2 2023Moncada (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. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jun 27 2023Moncada (back) was able to participate in defensive drills prior to Tuesday's game versus the Angels, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jun 21 2023White 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. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jun 15 2023Moncada will be placed on the injured list Thursday due to his nagging back injury, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 earlier this season. He's struggled at the plate of late and will head back to the shelf after playing through the injury for the past month. 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.
Jun 14 2023Moncada is not in the starting lineup versus the Dodgers on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jun 9 2023Moncada went 1-for-8 with a solo home run across both games of Thursday's doubleheader against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Jun 4 2023Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
May 28 2023Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 27 2023Moncada went 3-for-5 with a triple, three RBI and a run scored Friday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 18 2023Moncada is not in the White Sox' lineup for Thursday's game versus the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 17 2023Moncada went 1-for-4 with an RBI and a stolen base in Wednesday's 7-2 win over the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 13 2023Moncada went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored Saturday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 12 2023Moncada (back) was activated Friday from the 10-day injured list. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 batting line with two home runs and four doubles through nine games. He'll hit cleanup Friday.
May 11 2023Moncada (back) is expected to be activated from the injured list Friday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 9 2023White 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, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Grifol seemed to rule out Moncada returning for the series against the Royals, but it seems likely 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 resume everyday duties once healthy.
May 8 2023Moncada (back) could remain on his rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte a bit longer, with a return from the 10-day injured list coming perhaps this weekend for the beginning of the White Sox's homestand, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol said Sunday that he wouldn't rule out Moncada being activated ahead of Monday's series opener in Kansas City, but all signs point to the third baseman continuing his rehab assignment a little while longer. Moncada has gone 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 that has kept him out since mid-April is behind him.
May 7 2023White 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, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. "[Monday is] pretty soon [for a return], but we have to communicate with him after [Sunday's] game to see how he feels," Grifol said of Moncada. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 5 2023Moncada (back) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Friday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team hasn't indicated how long it plans on keeping Moncada on assignment, but it's a promising sign nonetheless 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 3 2023White 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. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Apr 27 2023Moncada 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. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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.
Apr 6 2023Moncada fouled a ball off his foot during Wednesday's game against the Giants, but his absence from Thursday's series finale is viewed simply as a rest day, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada might still be a little sore, but it sounds like he was going to sit this one out regardless. He should be back in there on Friday in Pittsburgh. Hanser Alberto is covering the hot corner in his place Thursday.
Apr 2 2023Moncada went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run, two doubles, two runs scored and a walk during Sunday's 6-3 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada extended Chicago's lead to five runs with a two-run shot during the ninth inning, as he homered for the second straight day. The 27-year-old is 8-for-18 with two homers, three doubles and four RBI through the first four games of the season, though he's also struck out seven times.
Apr 1 2023Moncada went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Saturday's loss to the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's second-inning solo shot off Jose Urquidy brought the White Sox to within one, but he didn't do much else at the plate, striking out three times and leaving six runners stranded. After grabbing four hits across his first two games, however, he's seemingly off to a hot start.
Mar 31 2023Moncada went 3-for-4 with an RBI double during Friday's loss to Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After striking out three times on Opening Day, Moncada bounced back with three hits, all with exit velocities over 95. He brought home Eloy Jimenez in the sixth inning with his first extra-base hit of the year. Moncada was aggressive Friday, seeing just seven total pitches during his four plate appearances.
Mar 29 2023White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said Moncada (back) has been cleared to play in Thursday's opener against the Astros, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox were holding off on any announcements regarding Moncada's availability until he got through a workout Wednesday, and that evidently went off without a hitch. The third baseman had been dealing with some lower-back stiffness, but it won't be enough of an obstacle to keep him off the diamond to start the season. Moncada will be trying to bounce back from a dreadful 2022 campaign which saw him post just a .626 OPS.
Mar 26 2023Moncada exited Sunday's Cactus League game against the Rockies due to lower back stiffness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada struck out in his lone at-bat prior to being removed from Sunday's spring matchup, and he's considered day-to-day following his departure. It's unclear whether he'll be available for Chicago's final two Cactus League matchup or whether the issue will impact his availability for the team's Opening Day matchup against the Astros on Thursday.
Mar 25 2023Moncada went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored in Friday's Cactus League game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was dealing with a bruised rib that he suffered during the World Baseball Classic while playing for Cuba. He showed no ill effects in his return from the issue, as he belted a two-run homer in his first plate appearance. Moncada will be looking to rebound from a poor 2022 campaign, during which he recorded a .212/.273/.353 line across 433 plate appearances.
Mar 20 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Monday that Moncada is still dealing with a bruised rib but didn't suffer a concussion as a result of his collision during Team Cuba's loss Sunday to Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though prior reports suggested Moncada came away from the collision with a head injury, Grifol affirmed a day later that the infielder was dealing with an injury only to his midsection. It's not clear when Moncada might be ready to play in a game, but at this stage, the rib injury isn't believed to be anything that will affect his Opening Day availability.
Mar 19 2023Moncada was diagnosed with a concussion in addition to his bruised rib following Sunday's World Baseball Classic loss to Team USA, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was hurt during a collision in the bottom of the sixth inning that forced him out of the game in the subsequent frame. While his rib injury isn't believed to be particularly serious, he'll have to be monitored by the medical staff before he's cleared to return from his concussion. The 27-year-old will have a week and a half to recover before the White Sox begin the regular season against Houston on March 30. Whether he'll be available for any remaining Cactus League games remains to be seen.
Mar 18 2023After an injury-plagued 2022 season, Moncada is fully healthy this spring, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was limited to only 433 plate appearances in 2022 due primarily to an oblique injury, and he suggested that he tried to return from the issue too early. That could in part explain his disastrous .212/.273/.353 line, particularly after he posted a respectable .787 OPS in 2021. This spring, Moncada has gone a combined 9-for-28 between the World Baseball Classic and Cactus League action.
Feb 16 2023Moncada said Thursday that he probably came back too soon from an early-season oblique injury last year, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Perhaps a lingering oblique injury can at least partly explain a disastrous showing from Moncada in 2022 which saw him post just a .626 OPS with 12 home runs over 104 games. The 27-year-old said he's done "everything" differently this offseason as far as his training goes, including getting more massages. Moncada added that he hasn't been dealing with the shoulder soreness he usually experiences at the beginning of spring training. Obviously, a bounce-back season from Moncada would be huge for the White Sox' 2023 outlook.
Sep 30 2022Moncada (foot) went 3-for-4 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in Friday's 3-1 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed the last two games due to a bone bruise on his foot. The third baseman played the full game Friday and was effective from the No. 6 spot in the order. He put up six multi-hit efforts in 19 games in September, going 24-for-82 (.293) for the month. He's slashing just .218/.282/.364 with 12 home runs, 50 RBI, 40 runs scored and two stolen bases through 99 contests overall.
Sep 29 2022Moncada (foot) is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was held out of Wednesday's lineup with a sore foot, and he will sit out Thursday for a second straight game. Josh Harrison will man the hot corner in Moncada's place.
Sep 28 2022Moncada isn't starting Wednesday against the Twins due to a bone bruise on the top of his foot, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada sustained his injury when fouling a ball off his foot late in Tuesday's loss to the Twins, and he'll undergo X-rays to determine the extent of the issue. He's considered day-to-day for now, but Josh Harrison should see increased time at third base if Moncada is forced to miss additional time.
Sep 25 2022Moncada went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Sunday's 4-1 loss to Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox were unable to generate much offensive production Sunday, but Moncada accounted for the team's lone run with his home run to lead off the bottom of the fourth inning. He has three extra-base hits over his last five games, and he's gone 3-for-20 with two solo home runs, a double, a walk and four strikeouts over that stretch.
Sep 21 2022Moncada went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Wednesday against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada took Triston McKenzie deep in the fourth inning to tally his 11th homer of the season. Moncada has a disappointing season overall, though he's hitting .305 with four home runs, eight RBI and 10 runs scored in 13 starts since returning from the injured list.
Sep 15 2022Moncada went 4-for-5 with a solo home run, a double and two runs scored Thursday against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was one of five White Sox hitters to go yard Thursday, and he tallied his 10th long ball of the season. He's had a few big performances since returning from the injured list Sep. 6, helping him collect 13 hits across 36 at-bats with three homers, six RBI and seven runs scored. Despite some recent signs of life at the plate, Moncada is still hitting only .215/.282/.352 across 363 plate appearances on the campaign.
Sep 11 2022Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will get a breather for the first time since he returned to the lineup Tuesday following a stint on the 15-day injured list due to a hamstring strain. Josh Harrison will check in at third base in place of Moncada, who went 8-for-24 with two home runs, two walks, a double, five RBI and five runs in his first five games back in action.
Sep 9 2022Moncada went 5-for-6 with two homers, a double, three runs scored and five RBI in a 14-2 win Thursday in Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada homered off JP Sears in his first two plate appearances, singled and scored in the fourth, doubled in a run in the fifth and tacked on a single in the sixth. He had recorded only five hits in his previous eight games but reached that mark in his first five trips to the plate Thursday. It was his second five-hit performance of the season and his first two-homer game since 2019. The 27-year-old came into the game with a .582 OPS and exited with a .624 mark following the excellent evening.
Sep 5 2022Moncada (hamstring) will play Tuesday and Wednesday in Seattle, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being activated off the 10-day injured list earlier Monday, Moncada wasn't listed in the lineup for the series opener. Acting manager Miguel Cairo confirmed Moncada will be back in action for the next two games, however, signaling that he'll step back in as Chicago's everyday third baseman. Moncada is currently slashing .197/.269/.313 on the season, with his .582 OPS being his lowest mark since he joined the White Sox in 2017.
Sep 3 2022Moncada (hamstring) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list when first eligible, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been on the IL with a left hamstring strain since late August but is eligible to rejoin the White Sox as early as Monday against the Mariners. Once the 27-year-old is officially reinstated, he should reclaim his job as Chicago's primary third baseman.
Aug 27 2022Moncada was placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain Saturday, retroactive to Aug. 26. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada exited Thursday's matchup against the Orioles due to a hamstring issue, and the injury will ultimately sideline him for at least a week and a half. It's not yet clear when the White Sox expect him to return, but Josh Harrison and Romy Gonzalez are strong candidates to see increased playing time at third base, particularly after Leury Garcia (back) was reinstated from the injured list Saturday.
Aug 26 2022Moncada (hamstring) is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada exited Thursday's contest with tightness in his left hamstring, and he'll be sidelined for at least one game. Josh Harrison will shift to the hot corner while Romy Gonzalez starts at second base.
Aug 25 2022Moncada exited Thursday's game against the Orioles with tightness in his left hamstring. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada made a strong defensive play early on in the matchup, though he came up limping afterward. He managed to remain in the game for several innings but was ultimately lifted in the fifth inning. Given the number of lower-body injuries that Moncada has dealt with this season, this is a concerning development.
Aug 19 2022Moncada went 1-for-3 with two walks and a three-run home run Thursday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was one of the few bright spots for the White Sox on Thursday as he delivered his seventh home run of the season. He's collected at least one hit in seven of his last eight games, maintaining a .267 average with seven RBI and three runs scored in that span. Moncada is still hitting a dreadful .202/.271/.327 across 299 plate appearances on the season.
Aug 15 2022Moncada went 1-for-4 with two RBI on Monday against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada made his only hit of the day count, as he delivered the game-winning runs on a single in the eighth inning. Despite the positive performance Monday, Moncada is hitting only .196 across 54 at-bats in August. That's continued a disappointing campaign, as Moncada has maintained just a .199/.266/.314 line in 286 plate appearances.
Aug 10 2022Moncada went 1-for-7 with a home run and two RBI across both games of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada tallied his sixth home run of the season in the second game of the doubleheader. It was his first home run since the All-Star break, and he's hit just .148 with nine RBI and four runs scored across 17 starts. That stretch continues a disappointing season for Moncada, as he's now hitting just .197/.258/.322 across 260 plate appearances.
Jul 31 2022Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will sit for the first time since the All-Star break after going 4-for-29 with three doubles, three runs and four RBI in the White Sox's first eight games of the second half. Leury Garcia will spell Moncada at third base.
Jul 24 2022Moncada went 2-for-8 with two doubles, a walk, three RBI and a run scored across both games of Saturday's doubleheader against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada continues to heat up at the plate, as he's maintained a .323 average with a home run, five RBI and 10 runs scored across his last seven starts. He's still hitting only .212/.266/.339 across 203 plate appearances on the season but appears to be fully healthy and getting on track at the dish.
Jul 18 2022Moncada went 2-for-6 with a two-run home run and two runs scored Sunday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has had a disastrous first half of the season dominated both by lower-body injuries and poor performance. He's maintained just a .213/.263/.337 line across 190 plate appearances for the season but enters the All-Star break having hit .324 with two homers, six RBI and 10 runs scored across his last nine starts. Assuming Moncada can maintain his health, this stretch has provided some hope his production will take a positive turn across the final months of the season.
Jul 12 2022Moncada isn't starting Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader versus Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The struggling infielder went 0-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts against Shane Bieber in the afternoon loss. Josh Harrison will start at third base Tuesday evening.
Jul 8 2022Moncada will sit Friday against the the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A reason for Moncada's absence has not been announced, but it's possible it's related to the bruised right foot that forced him out of Wednesday's game against the Twins. He was able to start Thursday's series opener, though he went 0-for-3 in that contest. Josh Harrison slides to third base Friday, with Leury Garcia starting at second.
Jul 7 2022Moncada (foot) is starting Thursday's game against the Tigers, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada sustained a right foot contusion during Wednesday's series finale against the Twins, but he'll start at third base and bat sixth a day later. Over his last three games, he's gone 3-for-11 with a double, two RBI and three strikeouts.
Jul 6 2022Moncada exited Wednesday's game against the Twins due to a right foot contusion, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada appeared to be walking gingerly after fouling a ball off his right foot in the fourth inning Wednesday and was ultimately replaced defensively in the top of the seventh. However, he underwent X-rays that came back negative, so he's considered day-to-day. If the 27-year-old misses additional time, Josh Harrison and Leury Garcia should see increased looks at the hot corner.
Jun 29 2022Moncada went 2-for-5 with a double, two RBI and a run scored Tuesday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada made his return from the injured list Tuesday and appeared in his 30th game of the season. He delivered a two-RBI double in the eighth inning, marking only his seventh extra-base hit across 118 plate appearances on the campaign. Moncada is hitting a disastrous .189/.237/.306, but he should improve those marks if he can remain on the field more consistently across the second half of the season.
Jun 28 2022The White Sox reinstated Moncada (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Infield prospect Lenyn Sosa was sent back to Triple-A Charlotte to clear room on the 26-man active roster for Moncada, who was sidelined for the minimum amount of time with a right hamstring strain. Moncada should recapture his everyday role at third base, but the 27-year-old has thus far been a major disappointment for those that invested in him in fantasy drafts. In addition to being limited to just 29 games thus far due to injuries, Moncada is hitting .179 with three home runs, no stolen bases, 12 RBI and eight runs across 113 plate appearances.
Jun 26 2022White Sox manager Tony La Russa said he remains hopeful Moncada (hamstring) will be ready to return from the 10-day injured list Tuesday against the Angels when first eligible, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada is on the IL for the second time this season, but his strained right hamstring appears to be a much less significant concern than the strained oblique that kept him on the shelf for six weeks. The White Sox appear confident that Moncada will be able to return from the IL without requiring a minor-league rehab assignment, though whether he's activated Tuesday may hinge on how he looks during a workout Monday.
Jun 24 2022Moncada (hamstring) could return from the injured list when first eligible Tuesday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed over a month at the start of the season with an oblique injury and lasted less than six weeks before returning to the injured list, this time with a strained hamstring. His latest issue seems to be less significant than his first, though it remains to be seen if he will indeed make it back after the minimum 10 days.
Jun 20 2022Moncada was placed on the 10-day inured list with a strained right hamstring Monday, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move was made retroactive to Saturday, so Moncada will be eligible to return next Tuesday, but it's not yet clear if he'll have the chance to do so. This is Moncada's second trip to the injured list, as he'd previously missed over a month with an oblique issue. Jake Burger should be the primary third baseman in his absence.
Jun 19 2022Moncada (hamstring) isn't in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada suffered an injury to his right hamstring Friday and sat out Saturday while undergoing an MRI, though the imaging results have yet to be disclosed. The 27-year-old should continue to be considered day-to-day until the team updates his status, while Jake Burger receives another start at the hot corner for Chicago.
Jun 18 2022Moncada (hamstring), who isn't starting Saturday against Houston, will undergo an MRI to determine the extent of his injury, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada sustained a right hamstring injury Friday against the Astros, and his MRI should help to determine whether he'll require a trip to the injured list. Manager Tony La Russa is optimistic that the 27-year-old will avoid an IL stint, but Jake Burger and Josh Harrison should see increased playing time at third base if Moncada misses additional time.
Jun 17 2022Moncada left Friday's game against the Astros with right hamstring tightness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada appeared to hurt himself while running out a grounder in the top of the second inning. He remained in the game for the bottom of the frame but replaced by Josh Harrison when the White Sox took the field in the top of the third. Moncada is undergoing further tests which should help determine the severity of the injury.
Jun 16 2022Moncada went 5-for-6 with a double, a home run, two runs scored and five RBI in Wednesday's 13-0 rout of the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It had been just over a month since Moncada had a multi-hit game or a homer, but the 27-year-old accomplished both in a slump-busting performance. In the 22 games since his last productive outing, Moncada had slashed a woeful .115/.159/.141 with only three runs and three RBI. Jake Burger (hand) seemed on the verge of stealing the starting job at third base until he got hurt, but that competition might have been what Moncada needed to wake up at the plate.
Jun 14 2022Moncada went 1-for-4 with a run scored and a walk Monday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It wasn't a particularly notable line, but Moncada's performance marked only the fourth time he's reached base multiple times in a game this season. Though he's appeared in only 26 contests to this point, Moncada is still hitting just .137/.188/.211 on the campaign. Moncada has slowly started to lose playing time to Jake Burger, and he will come under even more pressure once Eloy Jimenez (hamstring) is able to return.
Jun 12 2022Moncada is not in Sunday's lineup against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will sit for the third time in the last seven games. Jake Burger, who is starting at third base, has simply been more productive than Moncada this season, so while Burger will get most of his starts at designated hitter, he will also keep cutting into Moncada's playing time. Moncada is hitting .133 with three extra-base hits and zero steals in 90 at-bats.
Jun 9 2022Moncada is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's contest against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will get a breather after starting the first two games of the series, going 1-for-7 in those contests. Jake Burger will get the start at third base and bat fifth Thursday.
Jun 5 2022Moncada is not in Sunday's lineup against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada is hitting .088 with zero home runs and zero steals over his last 10 games. Jake Burger will start at third base and hit fifth.
Jun 3 2022Moncada went 1-for-4 with an RBI on Thursday against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed five consecutive games with a quadriceps injury, but he returned Thursday to play third base and hit third. He tallied a run-scoring single in the eighth inning to record his fifth RBI of the campaign. Moncada has had a fitful start to the season after being sidelined by an oblique injury as well as a few issues in his lower body, and he's hitting just .138/.176/.246 across 68 plate appearances as a result.
Jun 2 2022Moncada is starting at third base and batting third in Thursday's series finale versus the Blue Jays, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was out of the starting lineup for the past five games with a quadriceps injury, but he felt well enough to make two appearances off the bench during that stretch. The third baseman comes into the contest in the middle of a 2-for-31 stretch at the plate dating back to May 17, and he only has one multi-hit effort this season in 13 starts.
Jun 1 2022Moncada (quadriceps) is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game in Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox have thus far resisted placing Moncada on the 10-day injured list, but he'll be on the bench for a fifth consecutive game due to his sore quad. Jake Burger will pick up another start at third base Wednesday while the White Sox continue to evaluate Moncada on a game-by-game basis.
May 31 2022Moncada (quadriceps) is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though he was able to make a cameo as a pinch hitter in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Cubs and had the benefit of a team off day Monday, Moncada's sore quad will keep him on the bench for a fourth consecutive contest. Jake Burger will pick up the start at third base in Moncada's stead and will bat out of the cleanup spot.
May 29 2022Moncada (quadriceps) entered Sunday's game against the Cubs as a pinch hitter and grounded out in his only plate appearance. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was out of the lineup for the third consecutive game Sunday, which led to some concern that he would need a stint on the injured list. While that remains a possibility, Moncada's appearance as a pinch hitter is a good sign for his potential availability to begin the team's series against Toronto on Tuesday.
May 28 2022Moncada, who isn't starting Saturday against the Cubs, is dealing with quadriceps soreness, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox said Thursday that Moncada was dealing with leg soreness, but general manager Rick Hahn clarified the nature of the third baseman's injury Saturday. Moncada isn't expected to require a trip to the injured list, but Jake Burger will take over at the hot corner and bat eighth Saturday.
May 26 2022Moncada isn't starting Thursday against the Red Sox due to leg soreness, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Tony La Russa didn't sound too concerned about the severity of Moncada's injury but said that the team wanted to give the third baseman an extra day of rest prior to Friday's scheduled day off. Moncada should be considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's series opener against the Cubs.
May 22 2022Moncada (leg) will start at third base and bat leadoff in Game 1 of Sunday's doubleheader against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old was originally absent from the lineup but will end up starting with Tim Anderson (undisclosed) being a late scratch. Moncada was scratched Saturday due to a leg injury but made an appearance off the bench, and his return to the lineup Sunday confirms the injury isn't a serious issue.
May 21 2022Moncada was scratched from Saturday's lineup against the Yankees due to a leg injury, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada felt discomfort in his leg Thursday against the Royals but played through the issue in Friday's series opener against the Yankees. While he was a late scratch prior to Saturday's matchup, manager Tony La Russa said the 26-year-old will be available off the bench. Josh Harrison will shift to third base while Leury Garcia enters the lineup at the keystone.
May 20 2022Moncada (leg) will bat seventh and play third base Friday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada played the entirety of Thursday's game against the Royals, but reports emerged after the contest that he'd picked up a minor leg issue. The problem evidently isn't a serious one, as he'll remain in the lineup Friday, though it's possible it will send him to the bench at some point in the next few days.
May 19 2022Moncada felt discomfort in his leg during Thursday's game against the Royals, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada didn't exit the game and went 1-for-5 with two strikeouts. Merkin added that Moncada was moving around fine after the game, and manager Tony La Russa also downplayed the severity of the problem. Given that context, the issue doesn't appear likely to cost Moncada time, but it will be worth confirming that he is in the lineup to start the White Sox weekend series against the Yankees.
May 17 2022Moncada will sit for the first half of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada finds himself on the bench for the second time in three games, though it's no surprise that he won't be asked to start twice in one day just over a week after returning from an oblique injury which cost him over a month at the start of the campaign. Josh Harrison starts at the hot corner in his absence, but Moncada will likely return for the nightcap.
May 15 2022Moncada is not in Sunday's lineup against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has hit safely in all five games this season and has two home runs over his last three contests. Josh Harrison will start at third base and hit ninth.
May 14 2022Moncada went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in a victory over the Yankees on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The third baseman's 424-foot solo blast in the third inning gave the White Sox an early 2-0 lead. It was the second long ball in three games for Moncada, who only recently returned from an oblique injury that cost him the first month of the season. He's slashing .286/.375/.571 over 23 plate appearances since his return.
May 12 2022Moncada went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Thursday's loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada took reliever Jonathan Loaisiga deep in the seventh inning for a three-run shot that temporarily tied the game 7-7. The long ball was the third baseman's first of the season and netted his first three RBI of the campaign. This was just the third game of 2022 for Moncada, who missed the first month of the season due to an oblique injury.
May 11 2022Moncada is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox and Guardians are wrapping up their series with a day game after a night game, so Moncada looks like he's just receiving some maintenance after he recently returned from the oblique injury that had sidelined him since late in Chicago's Cactus League slate. After being activated from the injured list Monday, Moncada went 2-for-8 with a walk and a run scored while starting at third base in both of the White Sox's first two games of the week.
May 10 2022Moncada went 1-for-4 with a run scored and a walk Monday against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada made his season debut after being sidelined for the first month by an oblique injury. He was hit by a pitch in his first plate appearance and scored his first run of the campaign on a wild pitch. He subsequently added a single and a free pass to reach base three times. Moncada hit second in the White Sox lineup and is projected to remain there consistently to begin his campaign.
May 9 2022The White Sox reinstated Moncada (oblique) from the 10-day injured list Monday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Chicago has yet to unveil its lineup ahead of Monday's series opener against the Guardians, but manager Tony La Russa said Sunday that Moncada would slot in as the White Sox's No. 2 hitter in his 2022 debut, per Daryl Van Schouwen. Moncada was given the green light to rejoin the White Sox following a productive six-game rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte in which he slashed .318/.360/.636 with two home runs and a double.
May 8 2022White Sox manager Tony La Russa confirmed that Moncada (oblique) will be activated from the 10-day injured list ahead of Monday's series opener against the Guardians, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times, La Russa added that Moncada will be included in the lineup Monday as the No. 2 hitter, with Luis Robert moving into the cleanup spot to accommodate the 26-year-old for what will be his 2022 debut. Moncada was placed on the injured list after he strained his right oblique shortly before Opening Day, but he was cleared to start up a rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte in late April. Over his six games with the affiliate, Moncada hit .318 with two home runs, a double and two walks.
May 4 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Wednesday that Moncada (oblique) is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list Monday, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old has appeared in three games with Triple-A Charlotte since beginning his rehab assignment Saturday, and he'll apparently have a full week in the minors to get back up to speed. The oblique strain has sidelined Moncada for the first month of the season, but he's on track to make his season debut Monday versus the Guardians.
May 2 2022Moncada (oblique) has gone 3-for-7 with a home run, two strikeouts and a walk across two games during his rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada appears to be nearing full strength, as he attempted a stolen base Saturday and proceeded to slug a home run Sunday. Most importantly, all indications are that he's had no setbacks with his oblique to this point, as manager Tony La Russa reported that the infielder was able to move freely without discomfort, per Joey Pollizze of MLB.com. The team has yet to announce the date when Moncada will make his season debut, though the White Sox begin a series against the Cubs on Tuesday that could include his return if he continues on the same track.
Apr 26 2022Moncada (oblique) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte this weekend if all goes well before then, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada strained his right oblique shortly before Opening Day. As recently as Friday, he was still experiencing soreness while swinging, but it appears as though he's made enough progress that the White Sox believe he'll be able to begin a rehab assignment soon.
Apr 23 2022Monacada "is still feeling something" in his injured oblique while swinging left-handed, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada took some swings Friday, but with him still experiencing some soreness, it remains to be seen when he will do so again. It's unclear when he may be ready to return to action.
Apr 22 2022Moncada (oblique) swung in the batting cage Friday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has yet to play a game this season while dealing with an oblique strain. He took light swings earlier in the week but has now advanced to "healthy" swings, per Van Schouwen's report. The third baseman still doesn't have a clear timetable to return, however, and he'll likely need a rehab stint before being activated.
Apr 20 2022Moncada (oblique) is now taking controlled swings, but not full-bore swings, Daryl Van Schouwen of The Chicago Sun-Times reports. "I just saw on the report, he's feeling better, but he'll make a move and might even sneeze and he'll feel something," manager Tony La Russa said. "You do something violent, take a swing and then you've got ... you've got to let that thing play out." ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada still doesn't have a timetable to return. He's first going to need to take full swings, then live batting practice and perhaps a simulated game before going on a rehab assignment. While the progress is better than nothing, Moncada doesn't seem especially close to coming back.
Apr 16 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Saturday that Moncada (oblique) is still experiencing discomfort when making some movements required for defense, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been sidelined since the start of the regular season due to a Grade 1 oblique strain and initially carried a recovery timetable of approximately three weeks. While it's still possible that his pain subsides in time to meet that estimate, La Russa didn't want to put a timetable on the next steps in Moncada's recovery until the 26-year-old is pain-free. Jake Burger has drawn most of the starts at third base early in the regular season and should continue to do so until Moncada is cleared to return.
Apr 7 2022White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said Thursday that Moncada has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 oblique strain that is expected to keep him sidelined for three weeks, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hahn provided the timeline for Moncada just minutes after the White Sox officially set their 28-man active roster for Opening Day by placing the 26-year-old on the 10-day injured list. While Moncada is sidelined, Jake Burger, Andrew Vaughn and Leury Garcia could all be candidates to pick up work at third base.
Apr 5 2022Moncada won't play in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Padres after tweaking his right side, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada felt that he could play but didn't need to risk anything in an exhibition game. If the injury turns out to be worse than expected, Leury Garcia or Danny Mendick could spend time at third base.
Oct 3 2021Moncada went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run, two doubles, two total runs and three total RBI in Saturday's 5-4 win over Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada plated Chicago's first run in the seventh inning, doubling to right field to score Yasmani Grandal. He produced an even bigger hit in the following frame, homering to left field with a man on base to tally the game-tying and game-winning runs. Moncada has two homers and four RBI over his past four games and is batting .333 (5-for-15) over that span, with all five hits going for extra bases.
Sep 29 2021Moncada went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and two runs scored in Tuesday's 7-1 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada took full advantage of facing an inexperienced big-league pitcher who was making his debut Tuesday. The 26-year-old led off the second with a solo blast to right center and later scored again in the sixth after drawing a walk earlier in the inning. Moncada has just two home runs this month and 13 for the year, as he upped his slash line to .264/.377/.405 with 44 extra-base hits, 58 RBI, 70 runs scored, three steals and 83:152 BB:K over 599 plate appearances.
Sep 16 2021Moncada isn't starting Thursday's game against the Angels, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada recorded hits in each of the last five games and went 6-for-17 with a home run, two doubles, three RBI and two RBI during that time. Romy Gonzalez will start at the hot corner and bat seventh.
Sep 15 2021Moncada went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Wednesday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada took Janson Junk yard in the fourth inning to record his 12th home run of the season. The long ball was Moncada's first since Aug. 20, though he did have seven doubles as well seven runs scored across 17 starts in that span. Overall, Moncada has a .269/.380/.409 line across 552 plate appearances this season.
Sep 10 2021Moncada was awarded a hit, which was originally scored as an error, in Sunday's loss to the Royals, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The play was originally ruled an error on Kansas City second baseman Whit Merrifield and contributed to an 0-for-4 night, which snapped a 17-game hitting streak. The ruling change, plus Moncada's three-hit night Tuesday, updated the streak to 19 consecutive games, which was then snapped by an 0-for-3 on Wednesday.
Sep 9 2021Moncada isn't starting Thursday's game against the Athletics, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada drew starts in each of the last three games and went 3-for-12 with two doubles, a run, a walk and four strikeouts. Romy Gonzalez will take his place at the hot corner and bat sixth.
Sep 8 2021Moncada went 3-for-5 with two doubles and a run scored in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A day after seeing his 17-game hit streak snapped, Moncada began a new one. The two doubles give him 25 for the season, second on the team behind Jose Abreu and Tim Anderson (hamstring).
Sep 6 2021Moncada went 0-for-4 in Sunday's 6-0 loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada, who sat out Saturday due to wrist soreness, saw an end to a 17-game hit streak with Sunday's 0-fer. However, manager Tony La Russa told Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times that the league will be asked to review a play and perhaps take an error away from Kansas City second baseman Whit Merrifield.
Sep 5 2021Moncada (wrist) is batting second and playing third base Sunday against the Royals, Joel Goldberg of Bally Sports Kansas City reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Wrist pain kept Moncada on the bench Saturday but he's back in action for Sunday's series finale. The switch-hitting third baseman has hit .350 with three doubles and three RBI in his last 10 games.
Sep 4 2021Moncada isn't starting Saturday against the Royals due to a wrist injury, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been experiencing pain in his wrist when he swings from the right side, so he'll be held out Saturday. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench or whether he'll return for Sunday's series finale.
Aug 29 2021Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will take a seat for the series finale after he went 2-for-4 in Saturday's 7-0 loss, extending his hitting streak to a season-high 14 games in the process. Jake Lamb will step in at third base for Moncada, who is slashing .258/.359/.360 with two home runs and a stolen base in August.
Aug 26 2021Moncada will not start Thursday's game against Toronto. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per James Fegan of The Athletic, Moncada tweaked his wrist Wednesday but checked out fine, so his absence is simply a routine off day. Leury Garcia takes over at third base.
Aug 25 2021Moncada went 3-for-5 with a run scored Tuesday in the White Sox's 5-2 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada extended his hitting streak to 11 games with a base hit in his first at-bat of the night, then added two more singles to his ledger later in the contest. Though he's posted an impressive .935 OPS during the hitting streak and moved into the No. 2 spot in the lineup Tuesday, he likely won't typically slot that high in the order when Cesar Hernandez -- who sat out for rest -- is included in the lineup.
Aug 21 2021Moncada went 1-for-3 with a walk and a two-run home run in Friday's 7-5 extra-innings win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He took Michael Wacha deep in the fifth inning to extend his hitting streak to seven games. Moncada's huge 2019 campaign is increasingly looking like an outlier, and the 26-year-old is batting only .255 with 11 homers, 51 RBI and 56 runs through 111 games this season. On the bright side, his .371 OBP would be a career high.
Aug 11 2021Moncada is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada, Tim Anderson and Luis Robert will all receive breathers on getaway day so that the White Sox can all of their key regulars fresh for Thursday's highly anticipated "Field of Dreams" matchup with the Yankees in Dyersville, Iowa. Jake Lamb will pick up a rare start at third base in place of Moncada, who is slashing an underwhelming .200/.269/.411 with five home runs and one stolen base in 25 games since the All-Star break.
Aug 10 2021Moncada went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and an additional run Monday in the White Sox's 11-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada put the finishing touches on the White Sox's blowout victory, taking Charlie Barnes deep 433 feet to center field with one out in the top of the ninth inning. The home run was only the second in 18 games for Moncada, who hasn't made up for the lack of power production by running. He's attempted five steals all season while getting caught twice, as the top-to-bottom strength of the White Sox lineup has presumably had a hand in Moncada running the bases less aggressively.
Aug 8 2021Moncada went 1-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Saturday's win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has recorded hits in the first two games of the series against the Cubs, but the infielder continues to be mired on a slump that has seen him go just 5-for-42 (.119) with 16 strikeouts over his last 11 contests. Moncada is hitting .256 with a .763 OPS on the season.
Jul 30 2021Moncada went 3-for-5 with a homer and two runs scored in Friday's 6-4 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada put the White Sox on the board with his solo blast of J.C. Mejia in the second inning. It was his ninth long ball of the year and fourth over the last 13 games. The 26-year-old infielder raised his OPS to an even .800 with 29 extra-base hits through 395 plate appearances this season.
Jul 21 2021Moncada went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer and a double in Tuesday's 9-5 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada had his first three-hit game since April 24 and delivered his third homer over his last four games with a towering two-run shot to center to put the White Sox up 4-1 in the third. The lack of power from the bat of Moncada has been a disappointment all season long, but he's finally starting to show signs of life with his recent surge at the dish. The 26-year-old has a hit in 10 of 12 games so far this month and is slashing .279/.402/.425 with eight homers, 44 RBI, 42 runs scored, two steals and a 57:90 BB:K over 358 plate appearances on the season.
Jul 20 2021Moncada went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in a 5-3 win over the Twins in the second game of Monday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada, who went 1-for-4 in the first game of the twin bill, has hit safely in all five games since returning from the All-Star break. The third baseman had been plagued by soreness in his hand leading up the break, but he appears to be fine now.
Jul 18 2021Moncada went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 4-0 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's hit safely in all three games following the All-Star break, including Sunday's blast, his first since June 3. The third baseman is slashing .272/.402/.391 with five home runs, 40 RBI and 39 runs over 80 games.
Jul 17 2021Moncada went 1-for-3 with a double, a walk and an RBI in Friday's 7-1 loss to Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada had been dealing with hand soreness prior to the All-Star break, which could have been beneficial to his recovery. He missed a few games at the beginning of July and is 4-for-21 with three extra-base hits and five RBI over the six games since his return to the lineup.
Jul 10 2021Moncada still has some soreness in his right hand and is the designated hitter Saturday against Baltimore, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old went 1-for-3 with two walks and two runs in Friday's contest. The All-Star break figures to be beneficial for Moncada as his hand continues to recover. Gavin Sheets will start at third base Saturday.
Jul 7 2021Moncada isn't in the lineup Wednesday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada returned from a hand injury Monday and went 1-for-9 with a triple, two RBI and two strikeouts across his last two appearances. Jake Burger will start at the hot corner while Gavin Sheets takes over at first base.
Jul 6 2021Moncada went 1-for-5 with a triple and two RBI in Monday's 8-5 loss to Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his return from a three-game absence due to a hand injury, Moncada hit a seventh-inning triple that plated two and brought the White Sox within one run before Ryan Burr permitted a pair of Twins to score in the eighth. Moncada's return moved Jake Burger to a bench role.
Jul 5 2021Moncada (hand) is batting second and playing third base Monday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A bruised hand kept the third baseman out of all three weekend games against the Tigers, but he returns to begin the series in Minnesota. Moncada went 7-for-20 with two RBI and four walks in his last six games before the injury.
Jul 4 2021Moncada took batting practice Sunday and could return for Monday's series opener in Minnesota, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old is not playing Sunday and has been out since Thursday, when he was removed from the game with a bruised right hand. Jake Burger is starting at third base Sunday and figures to do so Monday if Moncada is ultimately unable to play.
Jul 2 2021Moncada (hand) is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's absence from the lineup comes as no surprise as the club said Thursday that he's likely to miss the entire weekend series in Detroit with a bruised right hand. He'll continue to target a return to the lineup early next week for the series in Minnesota.
Jul 1 2021Moncada (hand) will likely be out through the team's weekend series against Detroit, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was diagnosed with a bruised right hand after he exited Thursday's game against Minnesota, and he's dealing with some swelling. Manager Tony La Russa said he's hopeful that the third baseman could be available for the team's series at Target Field next week. Leury Garcia (undisclosed) and Danny Mendick could see additional playing time in Moncada's absence.
Jun 30 2021Moncada (shoulder) is starting Wednesday against Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed Tuesday's game against the Twins due to a right shoulder injury, but he'll be back in action following his brief absence. The third baseman has gone 4-for-16 with two RBI, a run, a stolen base and five walks across his last five appearances.
Jun 29 2021Moncada's absence from the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Twins is due to the fact that his right shoulder is "barking," according to manager Tony La Russa, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been in a bit of a slump lately, which could potentially be related to the shoulder issue. The exact nature and severity of the injury are unclear. Leury Garcia will make at least one start at the hot corner in his absence.
Jun 26 2021Moncada (ankle) is starting Saturday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada rolled his ankle in Friday's loss to the Mariners but remained in the game. He received some treatment after the contest and will be able to remain in the lineup Saturday. The 26-year-old has gone 5-for-16 with a double, three RBI, a stolen base, five walks and three strikeouts across the last five games.
Jun 25 2021Moncada rolled his left ankle in Friday's loss to the Mariners but was able to remain in the game, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada suffered his injury when he had to duck out of the way to avoid getting hit by a pitch Friday, but he was examined by a trainer and cleared to stay in the game. He went 2-for-3 with two RBI and a walk in the 9-3 loss. The 26-year-old is receiving treatment following Friday's matchup, and he'll be examined again Saturday morning to determine his status.
Jun 18 2021Moncada said Friday that he still isn't feeling "100 percent" after returning from a sinus infection Thursday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed three consecutive games earlier this week before returning to the lineup Thursday. He was able to remain in the lineup for Friday's game against the Astros, though he's still not feeling totally right physically. With this update in mind, it wouldn't be surprising for Tony La Russa to give the infielder another day off in the next few games.
Jun 17 2021Moncada (illness) is batting third and playing third base in Thursday's series opener against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Moncada returns to the lineup after a sinus infection sidelined him for three consecutive games. The switch-hitting third baseman was uncharacteristically cold with a .125 average in his last six games before the infection, but he's still hitting .280 on the season and, more significantly, boasts an OBP of .402.
Jun 16 2021White Sox manager Tony La Russa said that he expects Moncada (illness) to rejoin the lineup Thursday against the Astros, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada will remain on the bench for a third straight game Wednesday against the Rays, though La Russa didn't rule out the possibility of the 26-year-old making a cameo off the bench as a pinch hitter. The White Sox would seemingly prefer to stay away from Moncada for another day as a precaution, but at his point, he appears to be making progress in his recovery from a sinus infection. Moncada will likely be re-evaluated early Thursday before the White Sox provide an update on his availability for the series opener in Houston.
Jun 15 2021Manager Tony La Russa said Moncada (illness) isn't expected to play Wednesday against the Rays, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He sat out Tuesday for the third time in the past four days while managing a sinus infection, and he's expected to be unavailable again for Wednesday's series finale. Leury Garcia could receive another start at third base with Moncada likely sitting out.
Jun 14 2021Manager Tony La Russa said Moncada is unavailable Monday against the Rays due "a lot of discomfort" and "congestion," Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old is out of the lineup for the second time in the past three days, so it's not a major surprise to hear he's not feeling well. Moncada should be considered day-to-day while battling the cold, and La Russa is optimistic the ailment will be a short-term concern. Leury Garcia will operate at third base Monday for the White Sox.
Jun 12 2021Moncada is not in Saturday's lineup against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is hitting .212 with one home run and one steal in 33 at-bats this month. Leury Garcia will start at third base and bat eighth.
Jun 3 2021Moncada went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Thursday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada took Casey Mize deep in the opening frame to record his fifth home run of the season. It was only his second long ball since April 30, though he's in the midst of a seven-game hitting streak --during which time he's driven in four and scored five runs. Overall, Moncada is hitting .299/.426/.444 across 230 plate appearances this season.
May 29 2021Moncada went 2-for-3 with a run scored in the 3-1 win over the Orioles in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was the only batter in Game 2 of the doubleheader to have multiple hits. He scored on Jose Abreu's home run in the fifth inning. Moncada totaled three hits, a home run, two RBI, three runs and two walks in the two games Saturday. The 26-year-old is slashing .284/.419/.420 in 169 plate appearances.
May 28 2021Moncada is not in the lineup Friday against Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada is 2-for-14 with four walks and five strikeouts over the past five games, and he'll head to the bench for the third time this season. Danny Mendick will start at the hot corner Friday for the White Sox.
May 25 2021Moncada went 2-for-4 with an RBI, run scored and a walk Tuesday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada walked with the bases loaded in the second inning to continue a three-run rally in the frame. He now has three multi-hit games in his last 13 starts, during which time he is hitting .359 with with five RBI and six runs scored. Though Moncada has managed to maintain a .285 average across 193 plate appearances this season, he has slugged only .411 and posted a .127 ISO.
May 23 2021Moncada went 0-for-3 with a walk in Saturday's 7-0 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada had hit safely in 10 straight games (13-for-31, .419) before Gerrit Cole and the Yankees snuffed out the streak. The walk, however, kept alive his on-base streak, which reached 15 contests (.484 OBP). Moncada's 28 walks ranks ninth in MLB.
May 20 2021Moncada went 1-for-2 with two walks in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada extended his hitting streak to nine games, during which he's 11-for-27 with a 1.135 OPS. He's also drawn at least one walk in eight straight, getting a free pass to first base 11 times and raising his OBP to .407.
May 16 2021Moncada went 1-for-3 with a walk in Saturday's 5-1 loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's sixth-inning single extended his hit streak to five games, and a first-inning walk extended an on-base streak to nine contests. He's 9-for-30 (.300) with eight walks, six RBI and six runs scored during the on-base streak.
May 9 2021Moncada went 2-for-5 with a double, three RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 9-1 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada got the fireworks started in the first inning when the White Sox scored eight runs. He plated Tim Anderson and Nick Madrigal with a two-run double that turned out to be the winning hit, then finished off the eight-run inning with an RBI single. The third baseman is slashing .262/.360/.393, and that's with a heady .357 BABIP.
Apr 29 2021Moncada went 2-for-3 with a three-run homer in Thursday's win over Tigers in the second leg of the doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old smacked a three-run home run off Alex Lange in the sixth inning. Moncada is currently slashing .272/.375/.420 as he continues to bounce back from a poor 2020 campaign.
Apr 24 2021Moncada went 3-for-4 with a run scored in Saturday's win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada reached base three times and also scored the first run of the game after a wild pitch from Kyle Gibson with the bases loaded in the bottom of the sixth. The Cuban infielder has notched back-to-back games with three hits and extended his hitting streak to five games.
Apr 23 2021Moncada went 3-for-4 with a home run, a walk and three RBI in Friday's 9-7 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada knocked RBI singles in both the third and fourth innings before going deep for a solo blast in the eighth. It was his first multi-hit game since April 12, raising his season average to .234 in 64 at-bats.
Apr 19 2021Moncada is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Chicago and Boston are closing out their series with a game that starts at 11:10 a.m. local time, so White Sox manager Tony La Russa will give Moncada a breather after the third baseman played both ends of Sunday's doubleheader. After going 2-for-5 with a walk between the two contests, Moncada's season slash line now sits at a pedestrian .200/.318/.273 over 66 plate appearances. Jake Lamb will spell him at the hot corner Monday.
Apr 15 2021Moncada went 1-for-4 with an RBI in Thursday's loss against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been struggling offensively to begin the year, but at least he managed to contribute with a run here -- his RBI single scored Tim Anderson in the bottom of the first inning. Moncada is only hitting .191 with a .573 OPS through his first 54 plate appearances.
Apr 9 2021Moncada was back in the lineup Thursday and went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in a 6-0 victory over Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada returned to the lineup after Wednesday's rest day and slotted in at cleanup for the White Sox in their home opener. It's been a sluggish start for Moncada, who entered Thursday's game with a .182 batting average and 12 strikeouts over 22 at-bats. The one-day breather may have helped, as he did not strike out for the first time in seven games. Moncada has been manager Tony La Russa's early choice to fill in as the cleanup hitter, replacing Eloy Jimenez (pectoral).
Apr 7 2021Moncada isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada went 4-for-22 with a double, three runs and 12 strikeouts while starting the first six games of the season. Jake Lamb will start at third base Wednesday, batting second.
Mar 27 2021Moncada (leg) is in the lineup for Saturday's spring game against the Rockies, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada left Friday's game shortly after fouling a ball off his leg but will be back in action just one day later. The issue shouldn't impact the third baseman's availability for Opening Day.
Mar 26 2021Moncada exited Friday's spring game against the Brewers prior to the bottom of the sixth inning, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada fouled a ball off his right leg in the top of the sixth frame Friday and was visited by a trainer, but he was able to stay in the game and hit a home run on the next pitch. It's not yet clear whether his departure was due to injury, but his status could be worth monitoring in the coming days. Prior to leaving the game, Moncada went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and one strikeout.
Mar 21 2021Moncada went 2-for-3 with a double and run scored in Saturday's spring game against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has reached base safely via a hit or walk in 12 straight Cactus League games, which is a welcome sign after a disappointing 2020. He tested positive for COVID-19 last year and had lingering fatigue because of it, finishing with a .705 OPS. This spring, Moncada is 10-for-32 with four extra-base hits and six walks.
Mar 3 2021Moncada started at third base and went 1-for-2 with two runs scored in Tuesday's spring game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada appeared for the first time in the field since he experienced arm soreness over the final week of February. "His stroke looks really good on both sides of the plate," manager Tony La Russa told Scott Merkin of MLB.com. "He's moving well." Moncada was limited to DH duties but should be back to normal at third base.
Mar 2 2021Moncada (arm) will start at third base and will bat second in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After reporting to camp last week with a sore arm, Moncada was limited to designated-hitter duties in his Cactus League debut Sunday against the Brewers. He played all six innings of the White Sox's 7-2 loss, going 0-for-3 with a stolen base and a run scored. The White Sox were apparently satisfied with how Moncada came out of that contest, so he'll now take on a defensive role in his second game of the spring. The 25-year-old looks like he'll face no further limitations due to the arm injury heading into Opening Day.
Mar 1 2021Moncada (arm) went 0-for-3 with a stolen base and a run scored in Sunday's spring game against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's experiencing soreness in his arm that's preventing him from playing the field, but he did work as the designated hitter in the Cactus League opener. And his legs appear fine as he reached on a fielder's choice, then stole a base and came home on Adam Engel's two-run home run.
Feb 28 2021Moncada (arm) will bat second as the designated hitter in Sunday's spring opener against the Brewers, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old has been limited at the start of camp due to arm soreness, but he's still able to hit with no issues. Manager Tony La Russa previously said Moncada was set to resume throwing and could be playing the field early this week, so he should be back on the field at full strength in the near future.
Feb 27 2021Moncada (arm) won't take the field in Saturday's intrasquad contest but will serve as a designated hitter, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada came into camp limited by a bit of arm soreness, but the issue doesn't appear to be a particularly serious one. He'll be able to hit Saturday and could take the field as soon as Sunday or Monday.
Feb 25 2021Manager Tony La Russa said Thursday that Moncada (arm) could play third base as early as Sunday or Monday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been limited early in camp due to arm soreness, but the team hasn't expressed much concern regarding the issue. While La Russa said that the White Sox could elect to keep him sidelined to begin Cactus League play, he should resume throwing soon.
Feb 23 2021Moncada's throwing has been limited thus far in camp due to arm soreness, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While it would certainly be preferable for Moncada to show up to camp without an injury, the White Sox don't seem overly concerned about this particular issue, framing it as simply an effort to err on the side of caution as it's still February. Moncada should have plenty of time to get up to speed by the start of the regular season unless the arm issue develops into something more serious.
Sep 26 2020Moncada went 2-for-4 with a walk, a home run, three RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 9-5 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The long ball was his first since Aug. 17. Moncada has been open about his struggles with the lingering effects of having COVID-19 in July, but he told James Fegan of The Athletic that "it's improving" and that his energy level has been up the last two weeks.
Sep 20 2020Moncada is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Yolmer Sanchez will take over at third base and bat ninth against right-hander Michael Lorenzen. Moncada had a triple in Saturday's game, ending a five-game hitless slide. The 25-year-old has a .192/.306/.269 line in the month of September; it seems he's still not feeling back to full strength after his bout with COVID-19 earlier this year.
Sep 13 2020Moncada went 3-for-4 with a double and one RBI in Sunday's 5-2 win over Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada got the White Sox on the board with his RBI double in the second inning. The 25-year-old has three multi-hit performances in the last four games, bringing his average from .237 to .258 during that span.
Sep 11 2020Moncada is not in the lineup Friday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada started the past two games and will head to the bench despite going 4-for-10 with a double, two runs and two RBI. Yolmer Sanchez will take over at the hot corner Friday for the White Sox.
Sep 9 2020Moncada went 2-for-5 with a run scored and one RBI in the White Sox' 8-1 victory against the Pirates on Wednesday night. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada came into the contest in a 3-for-21 slump. After a hot start to the season, he has hit a meek .239 in the White Sox last 30 games. He ranks in the bottom fifth of the league for exit velocity, expected batting average and strikeout percentage.
Sep 6 2020Moncada is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada recently revealed that he "hasn't felt the same" since his battle with COVID-19 in July, saying he's still experiencing a "lack of energy, strength." The numbers certainly bear that out, and it would not be a surprise to see the White Sox sit him here or there down the stretch in an attempt to rejuvenate Moncada. Yolmer Sanchez starts at third base in his absence.
Sep 3 2020Moncada said that his body "hasn't felt the same" since having COVID-19 in mid-July, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was able to produce a negative test ahead of Opening Day, but continues to feel the effects of contracting the virus, saying he feels a "lack of energy, strength." The third-baseman, who is also continuing to deal with leg soreness, is hitting .248/.338/.421 on the campaign. While those numbers are nothing to scoff at, it's worth noting that the post-virus effects could be part of the reason that he's seen a drop-off in production from last season.
Sep 2 2020Moncada (upper leg) is starting Wednesday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed three consecutive games after aggravating an upper leg injury Saturday, but he'll be back in action Wednesday. Over his past three games, Moncada went 4-for-11 with two doubles, two RBI and two runs while striking out twice.
Sep 1 2020Manager Rick Renteria said he's "optimistic" Moncada (upper leg) will be able to rejoin the lineup Wednesday at Minnesota, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old aggravated the upper leg injury during Saturday's game and has been held out of the lineup the past three games. Renteria previously indicated Moncada could return to the lineup for Monday's contest, so it's hardly a sure thing he'll be back in action Wednesday. Danny Mendick and Yolmer Sanchez have received starts at third base during his absence.
Aug 31 2020Moncada (upper leg) remains on the bench for Monday's game in Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada left Saturday's game against the Royals after aggravating an upper-leg issue and did not take part in Sunday's contest. Manager Rick Renteria had indicated previously that Moncada could be back Monday, but he evidently needs at least one more day to rest. Danny Mendick will start at the hot corner in his absence.
Aug 30 2020Manager Rick Renteria suggested that Moncada (upper leg) may return to the lineup in Monday's series opener versus the Twins, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals, though Renteria indicated that the 25-year-old would be available off the bench. In any case, the left leg injury that Moncada aggravated Saturday doesn't look to be a major concern, though fantasy managers may still want to confirm that he's in the lineup Monday before deploying him in weekly leagues.
Aug 29 2020Moncada was removed from Saturday's loss to the Royals after aggravating an injury to his left leg, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Rick Renteria said the injury is in the region of the hamstring, though he indicated it's not actually a hamstring issue. Moncada has been battling through the injury for the past couple weeks and should be considered day-to-day.
Aug 27 2020Moncada went 2-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored in Wednesday's 10-3 win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada had one hit in his previous 15 at-bats before delivering multiple two-baggers Wednesday. He's been battling through leg soreness the last week, and the life his bat showed Wednesday is a positive sign.
Aug 26 2020Moncada has been playing though what manager Rick Renteria describes as leg soreness and fatigue, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada recently sat out a game due to the leg issue and is 1-for-15 in his last four games. Renteria is asking the third baseman "to be very controlled when he's moving out there." This could be a residual effect of Moncada's late start to summer camp due to the coronavirus.
Aug 22 2020Moncada (leg) is back in the starting lineup against the Cubs on Saturday after receiving Friday off due to leg soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada just needed one day off to relieve some minor aches and pains in his leg. He is back in the starting lineup for the second game of the Crosstown Classic after reaching base three times in his most recent start against the Tigers on Thursday.
Aug 21 2020Moncada's day off Friday is due to leg soreness, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It sounds like nothing worse than normal wear and tear for the young third baseman, who will be available off the bench. He's expected to return to the lineup Saturday. Ryan Goins starts against the Cubs at Wrigley Field in his absence.
Aug 17 2020Moncada went 2-for-5 with a solo home run Monday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada followed up a leadoff home run by Tim Anderson with a long ball of his own in the first inning off Matthew Boyd. It was his fifth home run of the season and second in as many games. For the season, Moncada has maintained a .267/.330/.488 line across 94 plate appearances to go along with 10 runs scored and 12 RBI.
Aug 16 2020Moncada went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run Sunday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was part of a home-run barrage in the fifth inning, as he began a stretch of four consecutive long balls for the White Sox. He missed one game with general soreness on Wednesday but appears to be back on track after hitting his fourth home run of the season. Overall, Moncada is hitting .259/.326/.457 in 89 plate appearances to go along with nine runs scored and 11 RBI.
Aug 15 2020Moncada (undisclosed) is back in the lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed Wednesday's game against the Tigers while dealing with general soreness, but he'll be healthy enough to take part in the first game of Saturday's twin bill. He'll bat second during the afternoon contest.
Aug 12 2020Moncada (undisclosed) won't start in Wednesday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been nursing general soreness for about a week, so manager Rick Renteria has elected to give the 25-year-old his second breather of the season with the White Sox and Tigers wrapping up their series with a day game after a night game. Ryan Goins will man third base in Moncada's stead and bat ninth in the Chicago lineup. Moncada should be back in the lineup for Friday's game against the Cardinals, assuming that series isn't postponed due to several St. Louis players and staff members having tested positive for COVID-19 within the past two weeks.
Aug 11 2020Moncada may not be in the lineup Wednesday since he's been battling soreness for about a week, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old has started the past 15 games at third base and went 0-for-5 Tuesday, ending a modest eight-game hit streak. It doesn't appear to be a serious concern, so Moncada shouldn't be out long, assuming he's held out of Wednesday's starting nine.
Aug 9 2020Moncada batted leadoff for the first time this season in Saturday's 7-1 loss to Cleveland. He went 1-for-5 with a solo home run. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been entrenched at the second spot in the batting order -- that's where he primarily hit during his breakout 2019 season -- and no reason was given for him replacing Luis Robert, who hit well at leadoff the previous seven games. The home run was Moncada's third and extended his hitting streak to six games. He's hit safely in 11 of 14 games.
Aug 4 2020Moncada went 3-for-5 with a double, a solo home run and a second run scored in Monday's 6-4 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He blasted his second homer of the year off Corey Knebel in the ninth inning to give the White Sox an insurance run in the comeback win. Moncada has reached base in all nine games he's played to begin the season, slashing .351/.442/.595, and while the sample is very small, his 14.0 percent walk rate would be a career high, offering a very encouraging sign of skill growth for the 25-year-old.
Jul 26 2020Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada is off to a strong start through the season's first two games (4-for-9 with a home run, two doubles and four RBI), but he'll receive a breather Sunday. Danny Mendick will receive the start at the hot corner and bat eighth in the series finale.
Jul 24 2020Moncada went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run and a double in Friday's loss to Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada set up Chicago's initial run with a first-inning double and knotted the score in the second frame with a three-run homer off Minnesota ace Jose Berrios. Moncada missed most of summer camp after testing positive for COVID-19, but the time away appears to have done little to slow his momentum following a breakout 2019 season.
Jul 23 2020Moncada (illness) was activated from the injured list Thursday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada missed the start of summer camp after testing positive for COVID-19, but he appears on track to be ready for Friday's season opener after responding well to activity over the past week. He hit .315 with 25 homers and 10 steals in 132 games last season.
Jul 22 2020Moncada had no ill effects Tuesday after playing five innings during an exhibition game against the Cubs on Monday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada, who arrived at summer camp last Thursday after testing positive for COVID-19, has been working hard to get himself ready to play Opening Day. He responded well during Tuesday's workout and could bat second and play third base when the White Sox kick off the regular season at home against the Twins on Friday. The White Sox have yet to officially activate him from the COVID-19 injured list, but that merely looks to be a formality at this point.
Jul 20 2020Moncada will bat second and play third base in Monday's exhibition game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's availability for Opening Day has been in some doubt, as he only just arrived at camp Thursday after testing positive for COVID-19. He reportedly didn't experience many symptoms and is seemingly in decent shape as he's set for game action just four days later. Whether or not he'll be ready for an everyday role beginning with the first game of the regular season Friday against the Twins remains to be seen.
Jul 19 2020White Sox manager Rick Renteria said Saturday that Moncada could make an appearance in one of three exhibition games scheduled this week, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada joined Chicago's camp Friday after testing negative for COVID-19 but has only performed strength and conditioning exercises with coaches. An appearance in Sunday night's exhibition against the Cubs may be a stretch, but Renteria said Moncada is moving well and could appear in Monday's second exhibition against the Cubs or Wednesday's against the Brewers.
Jul 17 2020Moncada told reporters that he had tested positive for COVID-19, Scot Gregor of the Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada said he was largely asymptomatic as he returned to the White Sox on Thursday. He did not participate in the intrasquad game but did take batting and infield practice. The third baseman also executed strength and conditioning activity. Moncada has not played an organized baseball game in over four months, so it's unclear what type of shape he'll be in when the White Sox open the regular season next Friday.
Jul 16 2020Moncada (undisclosed) reported to camp Thursday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has been cleared to join the White Sox for workouts after missing the start of camp for undisclosed reasons. It's unclear how prepared for the season the 25-year-old is at this point -- especially after he described his hitting activity at home in Miami during the shutdown as "limited" -- but he'll have a full week to try and get ready for game action.
Jul 12 2020White Sox hitting coach Frank Menechino is uncertain how many at-bats Moncada (undisclosed) will need to be ready for the regular season, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada, who was placed on the injured list Friday, could be eligible to return before the regular season starts. He has not yet reported to camp and described his hitting activity at home in Miami during the shutdown as "limited." Menechino was at first reticent to estimate a number of at-bats Moncada needs once he's been activated but then offered a timeline to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. "I think 10, 15 at-bats to see where he's at. And then, probably, I'd say 20 at-bats to get him started in the right direction," Menechino said. "As far as days, I don't know what he's able to do while he's not here." If Moncada is unable to start the season, Leury Garcia or Danny Mendick could fill in at third base.
Jul 10 2020Moncada (undisclosed) was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada was absent from workouts at the beginning of the week, and he'll now be sidelined for at least 10 days for an undisclosed reason. The team didn't provide a reason for his placement on the injured list, and it's unclear when Moncada could be ready to return to the field.
Jul 6 2020Moncada was absent from the White Sox's workout Monday, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team can't legally confirm whether or not Moncada's absence is related to a positive coronavirus test. It's not clear when he's expected to rejoin his teammates.
Mar 5 2020Moncada and the White Sox agreed to a five-year $70 million contract extension Thursday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 24-year-old's new deal includes a sixth year club option worth $25 million. The contract would potentially buy out two free-agent years and if his player option is exercised, Moncada will hit the open market after his age 30 season, according to Rosenthal. The switch-hitting third baseman will look to improve upon a 2019 campaign in which he hit .315/.367/.548 with 25 home runs, 83 runs scored and 79 RBI throughout 132 games.
Feb 15 2020Moncada said he's not a fan of batting leadoff and prefers to hit second in the order, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As manager Rick Renteria considers lineup possibilities, particularly the leadoff spot, he'll consider a player's comfort level. Moncada, who profiles as a candidate anywhere in the top four of the order, had a monstrous 2019 while hitting mostly out of the second spot. More than batting-order position, it was a change in plate approach that made the most difference. Moncada attacked hittable pitches earlier in his at-bats, resulting in a significant rise in production and a dramatic decrease in strikeouts (from 217 to 154). It should also be noted that his .315/.367/.548 slash was fueled by an astronomical .406 BABIP, which led MLB, so fantasy owners may want to factor in some regression in batting average. Still, the 24-year-old third baseman cranked 25 home runs and vows to steal more than the 10 bases he had in 2019.
Sep 29 2019Moncada hit a pinch-hit home run in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Tigers. He went 2-for-4 in the afternoon game. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada launched his 25th home run and has hit safely in 20 of his last 22 games (40-for-92, .435). He's finishing up the season with an 1.111 OPS during September, which alongside fellow young building blocks Tim Anderson (.985) and Eloy Jimenez (1.107) makes the White Sox an interesting team to watch in 2020.
Sep 28 2019Moncada will sit for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada hits the bench after going 2-for-4 with a run and a pair of singles in the first game of the day. Danny Mendick gets the start at third base.
Sep 23 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with a double and a run scored Sunday in the White Sox's 6-3 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada batted .500 during the series in Detroit and will head into the final week of the regular season with a 10-game hitting streak. With a blistering .444/.489/.691 line thus far in September, Moncada has boosted his season average from .291 to .316, vaulting him into third place in the American League.
Sep 21 2019Moncada went 2-for-3 with a walk, a two-run homer and a second run scored in Friday's 10-1 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada continues to terrorize AL pitching this month, raising his batting average 26 points following a stretch during which he's batted .477 (31-for-65) over his last 15 games. He ranks fourth in the AL with a .314 average, 79 points better than where he finished in 2018.
Sep 19 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with two doubles, an RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada continues to mash during the month of September. The two-hit night extends his hitting streak to seven games (16-for-33) with multiple hits in six of those contests. Going back further, the young third baseman has reached base safely in 16 straight (30-for-65, .507 OBP). Moncada is putting a bow on what has been a promising season, due in part to a more aggressive plate approach.
Sep 15 2019Moncada went 3-for-5 with two runs scored and a stolen base in Sunday's 11-10 loss to Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada has now reached double-digit stolen bases in two straight seasons with his 10th of the year Sunday. The 24-year-old has knocked three hits in four of his last six games, boosting his average to .308 and his OPS to .900.
Sep 13 2019Moncada went 3-for-5 with an RBI triple, a three-RBI double and a run scored in Friday's 9-7 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada's first hit of the night was a single before his third-inning triple and fourth-inning double. The 24-year-old had two chances at a cycle, but couldn't get a homer off the Mariners' bullpen. Moncada now has multiple hits in seven of his last nine games, batting 17-for-35 (.486) with seven RBI and 10 runs scored in that span. For the year, he boasts a .305/.362/.536 line with 23 homers, 72 RBI and 73 runs scored in a breakout campaign.
Sep 9 2019Moncada batted leadoff and went 1-for-4 with a double in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada moved to the top of the order with Tim Anderson getting the day off. Anderson had been batting leadoff while Leury Garcia (personal) was away from the team. Normalcy should return Tuesday when Garcia is due back. For Moncada, normalcy means hitting cleanup, where he'd batted 15 straight games prior to Garcia's three-game hiatus.
Sep 8 2019Moncada went 3-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 8-7 loss to the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada recorded his fourth consecutive game with multiple hits. He's 9-for-17 with five runs scored during that span.
Sep 4 2019Moncada had three walks, a stolen base and a run scored in Tuesday's 6-5 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Moncada, who has walked five times over the last two games, has been more aggressive at the plate in 2019, seeking out pitches he can drive even when they might be a little outside the zone. The result has been Moncada's best season to date and a slightly reduced walk rate. The strikeouts remain high -- he whiffed in his lone official at-bat Tuesday -- but the White Sox are reaping the benefits from his dangerous bat more often.
Aug 29 2019Moncada went 1-for-4 with a run scored in Wednesday's 8-2 loss.
Aug 24 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with a double and a two-run homer in Friday's 8-3 win over the Rangers.
Aug 22 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run and a double in Thursday's win over the Rangers.
Aug 21 2019Moncada (hamstring) went 3-for-5 with a double, an RBI and three runs scored for Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday.
Aug 19 2019Moncada (hamstring) is on track to return from the 10-day injured list Thursday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.
Aug 18 2019White Sox manager Rick Renteria said Moncada (hamstring) could return during the series against the Twins that begins Monday, Doug Padilla of the Chicago Sun-TImes
Aug 17 2019Moncada (hamstring) went 1-for-5 for Triple-A Charlotte on Friday.
Aug 14 2019Moncada (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.
Aug 1 2019The White Sox officially placed Moncada (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list Thursday.
Jul 31 2019Moncada will be placed on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 1 hamstring strain, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.
Jul 30 2019Moncada exited Tuesday's game against the Mets with right hamstring tightness, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.
Jul 27 2019Moncada went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a home run, two runs scored and two RBI in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Twins.
Jul 27 2019Moncada went 3-for-4 with two doubles, a home run, two runs scored and two RBI in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 25 2019Moncada went 1-for-4 with a home run and another run scored in Thursday's 10-3 loss to the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 23 2019Moncada slotted in as the cleanup hitter Monday and went 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI in a 9-1 win over the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 19 2019Moncada went 3-for-5 with a double and two RBI in Friday's win over the Rays.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 18 2019Moncada went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and two runs scored Thursday against the Royals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 12 2019Moncada went 3-for-5 in Friday's 5-1 loss to the Athletics.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 7 2019Moncada went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two walks, an RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Cubs.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 4 2019Moncada went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Tigers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Moncada was back in the lineup Saturday and went 1-for-4 in a 10-3 loss to the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Moncada went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run and two runs scored Sunday against the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Moncada went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer and two runs scored Sunday against the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 29 2019Moncada (knee) is in the lineup<\/a> for Saturday's game against the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 28 2019Manager Rick Renteria said Moncada (knee) could be used in an emergency Friday, and could return to the lineup Saturday, James Fegan of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 28 2019Moncada (knee) is not in the lineup<\/a> for Friday's game against the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Moncada was removed from Wednesday's game against the Red Sox with an apparent injury, Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 26 2019Moncada exited<\/a> Wednesday's game against the Red Sox due to a right knee contusion.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019Moncada went 2-for-3 with a two-run homer, two runs scored and a walk in Monday's 6-5 loss to Boston.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 20 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with a double, a triple and an RBI in Wednesday's 7-3 loss to the Cubs.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 19 2019Moncada (back) is back in the lineup<\/a> for Wednesday's game against the Cubs, batting sixth and playing third base.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 18 2019Moncada (back) is expected to be back in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 18 2019Moncada (back) is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Cubs, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Moncada was removed from Sunday's game against the Yankees with upper-back tightness, James Fegan of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Moncada (back) will start at third base and bat sixth<\/a> Sunday against the Yankees.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 16 2019Moncada (back) should be ready to return to the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Cubs, James Fegan of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Moncada (back) remains out of the lineup<\/a> Saturday against the Yankees.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Moncada (back) could be available off the bench Saturday against the Yankees and is expected to return to the starting lineup for Sunday's contest, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 14 2019Moncada (back) is not in the lineup<\/a> for Friday's game versus the Yankees.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 13 2019Moncada (back) is not in the lineup<\/a> Thursday against the Yankees.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 13 2019Moncada (back) said he's hoping to return Saturday or Sunday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Moncada is dealing with a mid-back strain and will be re-evaluated Thursday, James Fegan of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Moncada (back) is not in the lineup<\/a> for Tuesday's game against the Nationals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 11 2019Moncada downplayed his upper-back injury when discussing the matter with reporters after Monday's 12-1 loss, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 10 2019Moncada was removed from Monday's game against the Nationals due to an apparent back injury, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 10 2019Moncada left Monday's game<\/a> against Washington due to upper-back tightness. He recorded a base hit in one of his three plate appearances before departing.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 10 2019Moncada left Monday's game<\/a> against Washington due to upper-back tightness.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 10 2019Moncada left Monday's game<\/a> against Washington due to upper back tightness.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Moncada went 4-for-5 with an RBI in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Royals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 5 2019Moncada went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, two walks and a second run scored in Tuesday's 9-5 loss to the Nationals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 5 2019Moncada went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in a 6-4 loss to the Nationals on Wednesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Moncada (leg) is starting at third base and hitting second<\/a> Tuesday against the Nationals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Moncada is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Indians due to a sore leg, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Moncada went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 8-7 win over the Royals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 25 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with an RBI in Friday's 11-4 win over the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 23 2019Moncada went 1-for-5 with an RBI double and run scored in Thursday's win over the Astros.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 21 2019Moncada, who was hit by a pitch on his left knee Sunday, started Monday and went 0-for-4 in a 3-0 loss to the Astros.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Moncada was hit on the left knee by a pitch but remained in Sunday's game, Brian Sandalow of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 18 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with an RBI in Friday's 10-2 loss to the Blue Jays.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Moncada went 3-for-4 with two solo home runs in Monday's 5-2 win over the Indians.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Moncada is out of the lineup<\/a> for Tuesday's game against the Indians.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 6 2019Moncada went 2-for-4 with two-run home run, a double and four RBI in a 9-1 win for the White Sox over the Indians on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 25 2018Moncada went 2-for-4 with a home run and a walk in Tuesday's win over the Angels.Moncada's solo blast in the seventh inning provided an important insurance run to put Chicago ahead by three in a game they'd go on to win 4-2. The 23-year-old is just 3-for-19 since returning from the All-Star break, but he's been having a solid July overall. In 68 at-bats in the month, he's slashing .279/.388/.515 iwith three homers, three doubles and a pair of triples.
Jul 15 2018Moncada (knee) is leading off and starting at second base against the Royals on Sunday.Moncada exited Saturday's game after bumping knees on a pickoff play at second base, with X-rays coming back negative. The 23-year-old would likely have been held out of the lineup if there was any concern regarding the injury, and is ready to go for the final game before the All-Star break.
Jul 15 2018Moncada went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a double and three runs scored in Sunday's win over the Royals.Moncada has enjoyed a solid July to close out the first half of the season, hitting .327 (16-for-49) with two home runs and 11 runs scored this month. The 23-year-old raised his OPS to .739 with 36 extra-base hits despite striking out 130 times in just 344 at-bats.
Jul 14 2018X-rays on Moncada's right knee were negative.Fantasy owners can breathe a sigh of relief after Moncada bumped knees with the Royals' Paulo Orlando on a pickoff play at second base Saturday. Officially, Moncada's day-to-day with a bruised knee. It would make sense if the White Sox gave him Sunday off, effectively extending his All-Star break.
Jul 14 2018Manager Rick Renteria said that Moncada (knee) could play Sunday, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.If there were any concern whatsoever regarding Moncada's knee, the White Sox would likely hold him out and extend his All-Star break. However, it seems the knee bruise is minor enough to where it may not even cost Moncada a start. He collided with the Royals' Paulo Orlando on a pickoff play at second base Saturday.
Jul 14 2018Moncada exited Saturday's game after bumping knees with Paulo Orlando on a pickoff play at second base, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.Moncada went down in a heap following the play, although he managed to walk off the field under his own power. More news on his status should be released in the near future. Daniel Palka entered the game following Moncada's injury.
Jul 9 2018Moncada went 1-for-4 with a run scored, extending his hitting streak to seven games in Sunday's 2-1 loss to the Astros.As is the custom against left-handers, Moncada was dropped to the lower third of the order against Houston's Dallas Keuchel. He entered Sunday's game hitting .153 against left-handers before getting a hit in three at-bats against Keuchel. Manager Rick Renteria told Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun Times that he's considering moving Moncada up in the order so that he can get more opportunities as a right-handed batter, but not yet. And there are no plans to restrict him to batting left-handed only. ''My eyes tell me he has the skill set to hit from both sides of the plate. I could be wrong, but I don't even consider eliminating one side at this point at all. It's not even in the recesses of my mind right now. He has plenty of time to figure out how to manage that side," said Renteria.
Jul 5 2018Moncada went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer and two strikeouts in Wednesday's loss to the Reds.Moncada 11th home run of the season put the White Sox ahead in the third inning, though they'd eventually fall by a 7-4 margin. The 23-year-old hit just .205 in May and .197 in June, but he's been starting to turn it around since the calendar flipped to July. Over the last three games, Moncada is 6-for-15 (.400) with a homer, a triple, two doubles, a steal and six RBI.
Jul 4 2018Moncada went 3-for-6 with a walk, a stolen base, a triple and three RBI in Tuesday's 12-8 extra-inning victory over Cincinnati.Moncada's bases-clearing triple in the 12th inning put the White Sox on top for the first time, completing their comeback from a five-run deficit earlier in the game. This was the second straight multi-hit effort for Moncada, who endured a miserable June in which he hit just .197. Three of his five hits in the last two games have gone for extra bases.
Jul 1 2018Moncada was thrown out at home plate in the first inning Saturday on a play that manager Rick Renteria feels he didn't go all out, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. "If you're asking me if he gave his best effort, no he did not," Renteria said.The White Sox have had a few incidents this season where a player's hustle has been questioned, but Renteria chose not to punish Moncada by removing him from the game as he had done previously with others. Still, it's another reminder of the young player's less-than-expected performance (.692 OPS, 35.6 K%, .955 fielding percentage) in 2018.
Jun 29 2018Moncada went 1-for-6 with a double and struck out four times in Thursday's 2-1 loss to the Twins.Moncada has hit safely in six straight games (7-for-28), but has also struck out 11 times in 29 plate appearances during that stretch. Therein lies the frustration for fantasy owners. Moncada draws walks and does well when he makes contact (.333 BABIP), but inconsistent bat-to-ball skills prevent him from making a bigger impact. He strikes out 35.6 percent of the time and doesn't get on base enough (.294 OBP) to make his speed work.
Jun 24 2018Moncada went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer, a double, six RBI and two runs scored in Sunday's 10-3 victory over Oakland.What a day for Moncada as he set a new single-game career high with the six runs driven in. He also reached double-digit home runs on the season Sunday. The 21-year-old infielder is slashing .228/.299/.408 with 32 RBI and 35 runs scored in 272 at-bats. He's also struck out 106 times, which seems to be one of the things limiting him from reaching his full potential.
Jun 14 2018Moncada is out of the lineup against Cleveland on Thursday.Moncada will retreat to the bench after starting the past 29 games. Over that span, he's hitting just .195/.238/.322 with three home runs, eight RBI and a whopping 43 strikeouts. In his absence, Yolmer Sanchez will start at second base while Matt Davidson gets the nod at third.
Jun 10 2018Moncada has gone hit-less with five strikeouts in eight at-bats in the first two games of the series against his former team, the Red Sox.Moncada's slump extends beyond the present series, so it's not just a matter of the opponent's familiarity with him. The second baseman has one hit in his last 19 at-bats, during which he's fanned 10 times (52.6 K%).
Jun 8 2018Moncada went 1-for-4 with an RBI-double in Thursday's 7-2 loss to the Twins.One night after going 0-for-5 with five strikeouts, Moncada made contact in all four plate appearances Thursday. Moncada has hit safely in 17 of his last 23 games, but is batting just .215 over that run and .242 for the season, despite a generous .347 average on balls in play. Making contact remains an issue for the 23-year-old second baseman, who has struck out in nearly 34 percent of his plate appearances.
Jun 5 2018Moncada went 2-for-5 with two runs scored, a stolen base and a solo home run in Game 1 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Twins.Moncada started the game with a 433-foot bomb to center field in the top of the first inning, and his stolen base in the fifth helped manufacture his other run scored. The 23-year-old now has a .247/.327/.444 slash line with eight home runs, seven stolen bases and 75 strikeouts in 198 at-bats this season.
Jun 2 2018Moncada went 1-for-4 and had his sixth stolen base in Saturday's 5-0 loss to the Brewers.Moncada has been invisible since coming off the disabled list May 15. He entered Saturday having hit .206 with a .551 OPS over 74 plate appearances in 17 games since being activated. On a slightly more positive note, Moncada's stolen base was the third attempt in the last five games after going 26 games without an attempt.
May 17 2018Moncada went 3-for-4 with a double and run scored Thursday against the Rangers.Moncada recorded his first extra-base hit in three games since returning from the disabled list. He is 4-for-12 in that span and has shown no signs of his hamstring injury slowing him down with the bat. It remains to be seen just how much he'll run for the remainder of the season, but his health presents no red flags for the time being.
May 16 2018Moncada went 1-for-4 with a strikeout in Tuesday's 7-0 loss to the Pirates.Moncada returned from the 10-day disabled list in the minimum amount of time Tuesday, and his previously injured hamstring held up well, per Teddy Greenstein of the Chicago Tribune. He made all the plays defensively and showed good lateral mobility.
May 15 2018Moncada (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day disabled list Tuesday.Moncada ended up needing just the minimum 10-day stay on the disabled list. Prior to his injury, he was managing to overcome the highest strikeout rate in the league among qualified hitters (37.1 percent) to post a very solid .263/.359/.509 line, thanks largely to the second-highest hard-hit rate in the league (51.5 percent). It's hardly a surprising combination for the young second baseman, but which aspect of his game wins out in the end remains to be seen. Jose Rondon was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte on Sunday in a corresponding move.
May 13 2018Moncada (hamstring) will return from the disabled list prior to Tuesday's game against the Pirates, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.The White Sox have an off day Monday, but they are already clearing a spot for Moncada on the 25-man roster, by optioning Jose Rondon back to Triple-A Charlotte after Sunday's game. Those in weekly lineups can rest easy deploying Moncada this week. The toolsy second baseman only ended up missing the minimum 10 days with the minor hamstring injury. He is hitting .263/.359/.509 with six home runs and four steals on four attempts in 29 games this season.
May 13 2018Moncada (hamstring) put in a full workout Sunday and could be reinstated from the 10-day disabled list ahead of Tuesday's game against the Pirates, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Moncada was able to do some jogging on the field in addition to fielding grounders and taking batting practice, an indication that he's coming along nicely in his recovery from the left hamstring injury. After an off day Monday, Moncada will likely travel with the White Sox to Pittsburgh and have his condition reassessed Tuesday before team trainers reach a decision on his playing status. Leury Garcia would seemingly be most vulnerable of losing out on steady at-bats once Moncada is formally activated.
May 10 2018Moncada (hamstring) took groundballs Wednesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Moncada is progressing nicely from his hamstring injury, leaving the White Sox optimistic that he'll rejoin the club when his 10-day stint on the disabled list is up. Until then, Leury Garcia is expected to fill in at second base.
May 8 2018Moncada (hamstring) is scheduled to participate in running exercises Wednesday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Moncada will increase his level of activity soon, as he's been able to participate in hitting drills without experiencing any discomfort. Moncada is hopeful that he'll be able to come off the disabled list at some point next week, but the White Sox may opt to be cautious with the 22-year-old. Until Moncada returns, expect Yolmer Sanchez and Leury Garcia to share time at second base.
May 5 2018The White Sox placed Moncada (hamstring) on the 10-day disabled list Saturday.Moncada exited Friday's game against the Twins with left hamstring tightness that initially cropped up Wednesday. The 22-year-old indicated a few days of rest would be beneficial, and it's not overly surprising to see the White Sox exercise some caution. Jose Rondon was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte for added infield depth, with Leury Garcia and Yolmer Sanchez also options to also fill in at second base.
May 4 2018Moncada (hamstring) is back in the lineup Friday against the Twins.Moncada missed his first game of the season Thursday while dealing with a hamstring issue. The issue was apparently a minor one as he's able to return after just one day. The young second baseman has six homers and four steals through 28 games. He's hitting a strong .268/.359/.518, though those numbers should fall a bit when his .414 BABIP regresses.
May 4 2018Moncada (hamstring) was available as a pinch hitter Thursday, but did not play in the White Sox's 6-5 win over the Twins, Andy Martinez of the Chicago Tribune reports.Manager Rick Renteria said Moncada, who was removed from a game Wednesday due to the hamstring, was held out of Thursday's lineup as a precaution. There's a good chance the second baseman will be back in the lineup Friday against Minnesota.
May 4 2018Moncada exited in the bottom of the fifth inning of Friday's game against the Twins, Dan Hayes of The Athletic Minnesota reports.Moncada drew a one-out walk and appeared to gingerly return to first base following Yolmer Sanchez's flyout to center field. The 22-year-old was out of Thursday's lineup with a hamstring issue and that remains the issue Friday as well, and he should be considered day-to-day for the time being. Moncada was replaced at second base by Leury Garcia, with Adam Engel taking over in center field.
May 4 2018Moncada (hamstring) indicated two-to-four days of rest could help his hamstring injury, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.Moncada started experiencing left hamstring tightness Wednesday and was held out of Thursday's game, but returned to the lineup Friday. The White Sox have an off day Monday before hosting a two-game series against the Pirates, when it the 22-year-old is hopefully able to return.
May 3 2018Moncada (hamstring) is not in the lineup against the Twins on Thursday.The second baseman was lifted from Wednesday's contest with left hamstring tightness after coming up lame during a slide into third base. Moncada will receive a day off to recover from the injury while Yolmer Sanchez starts at the keystone. Consider him day-to-day moving forward.
May 2 2018Moncada was taken out of Wednesday's game with an apparent knee injury after awkwardly sliding into third base.Moncada suffered the injury during the eighth inning after going from first to third on a Yolmer Sanchez single. The White Sox stated that they will provide more information when it becomes available, so expect an update on his status in the coming hours.
May 2 2018Moncada was removed from Wednesday's game due to left hamstring tightness.It appeared as though Moncada sustained a knee injury after sliding awkwardly into third base, but the club revealed that he's only dealing with a minor hamstring issue and that he's day-to-day for the time being. Though he will likely be healthy enough to play during Thursday's series opener versus Minnesota, manager Rick Renteria may choose to give the 22-year-old a day off.
May 2 2018Moncada went 2-for-5 with a two-run double in Tuesday's loss to the Cardinals.Moncada slashed a flyball to left field that got by Marcell Ozuna and scored two runs in the fourth, which put the White Sox on top 2-1 at the time. Moncada has recorded a hit in eight of his last nine games, going 14-for-38 (.368) in that span. Exactly half of Moncada's 30 hits on the season have gone for extra bases, and he's now slashing .273/.355/.527 with 15 RBI and 17 runs scored.
Apr 27 2018Moncada went 3-for-5 with a solo home run in the White Sox 6-3 win over Kansas City on Thursday.It was the second straight game with a leadoff long ball for the 22-year-old infielder, who now has a .923 OPS through 87 at-bats. After hovering around the Mendoza line for much of the first part of the season, this three-hit effort brought his average up to .264 and his on-base percentage to .360. If this recent hot streak turns out to be representative of what Moncada is capable of doing over a whole season, watch out, because any fantasy owners who swooped him up late or on the waiver wire could have a legitimate five-category asset on their hands.
Apr 25 2018Moncada went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Mariners.Moncada put a charge into a Felix Hernandez changeup to lead off the game for the White Sox. It was his fifth homer of the season and first time leading off a game with a four-bagger. The switch-hitting second baseman is starting to impact the ball. Eight of his last 10 hits have gone for extra bases, including his last five. That's brought his slugging up to .524.
Apr 24 2018Moncada went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and three runs scored in Monday's 10-4 win over the Mariners.It was a big hitting night for the entire White Sox lineup, ignited by Moncada, who tripled to start the game, then doubled in the second and homered in the fourth. He had a couple more opportunities to complete the cycle, but fell short. There have been some hiccups along the way, but Moncada is in a good stretch right now. Over the last seven games, he's hitting .346 (9-for-26) with two doubles, a triple, three home runs, seven RBI and four stolen bases. He's showing signs of the multi-category offensive threat that was predicted of him when left Cuba for the States.
Apr 22 2018Moncada (hamstring) will start at second base and bat leadoff Sunday against the Astros.Moncada made just one plate appearance in Saturday's 10-1 loss before being removed with a tight left hamstring. It was always believed that the injury was a mild one, and Moncada's inclusion in the lineup a day later suggests his early exit Saturday was mostly precautionary. Assuming he escapes Sunday's contest without any setbacks, Moncada looks like a safe fantasy option heading into the White Sox's eight-game slate this week.
Apr 21 2018Moncada left Saturday's game early due to left hamstring tightness, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Initial reports suggested that the young second baseman was removed merely as a means of punishment for not hustling to first, but it seems an injury was actually in play. Moncada hopes to return to the lineup Sunday, so it doesn't appear to be a very serious issue. Consider him day-to-day for now.
Apr 21 2018Moncada went 0-for-3 with a walk and a stolen base in Friday's 10-0 loss to the Astros.Moncada has kick-started his running game, having stolen a base in four straight contests. Prior to this run, he had not attempted a steal over his first 12 games. There's still too much swing-and-miss in his plate appearances, but Moncada gets his share of walks and opportunities to steal bags.
Apr 18 2018Moncada went 2-for-7 with a grand slam and three runs scored in Wednesday's loss to the Athletics.Moncada's second home run in as many days put the White Sox up 6-1 early, but the pitching couldn't hold up their end of the bargain in the 14-inning 12-11 defeat. In addition to working the long ball, Moncada also swiped a bag for the third straight game -- he's now 3-for-3 on steals on the year -- so the 22-year-old is giving some hope that he may be ready to deliver on the hype that's followed him through his minor league career.
Apr 17 2018Moncada went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run, a double and a steal in the White Sox 10-2 defeat to the Athletics on Tuesday.Moncada is now slashing .218/.328/.400 following the multi-hit effort against Oakland that also saw him launch his second long ball of the season to account for his team's only runs. The stolen base was also his second in his last two contests after he had yet to swipe a bag in his first 12 games of the year. Owners will hope that Moncada can use this strong showing as a building block going forward as he tries to make good on the promise that made him such a highly touted minor-league prospect.
Apr 17 2018Moncada went 1-for-3 with a stolen base in Monday's 8-1 loss to the Athletics.This was Moncada's first stolen base (and attempt) of the season, which we find somewhat surprising. Moncada's speed has become a less significant part of his offense as he's ascended the minor-league levels, but he's well off last season's pace, when he stole a combined 20 bags in 134 games between Triple-A Charlotte and Chicago. Part of his drop in attempts may be due to his success rate. While successful 20 times last year, he was caught 10 other times. We suspect as he learns how to read major-league pitchers, there will be more attempted steals.
Apr 12 2018Moncada went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in Thursday's 4-0 loss to the Twins.Moncada's fanned six times over the last two games and has made the silent walk back to the bench 24 times over 57 plate appearances (42.1 K%). Offspeed stuff has bothered him since his first taste of the majors with Boston in 2016, while manager Rick Renteria told Scott Merkin of MLB.com that the second baseman is pulling his head. "He's not really seeing the ball into the zone as well as I would like him to," Renteria said. You can live with the high strikeout totals if he were getting on base more often and generating scoring threats with his speed, but the OBP sits at .298 and he hasn't attempted a steal yet.
Apr 9 2018Moncada went 2-for-3 with two walks and two runs scored in Monday's 5-4 loss to the Rays.Moncada showed some power, as one of his two hits was a double. Although he went hitless in Sunday's outing, the 22-year-old has put together multi-hit performances in two of his last three games. While he's beginning to accumulate hits at the dish, strikeouts remain an issue for Moncada, as he's struck out in 34.1 percent of his plate appearances this season.
Apr 8 2018Moncada went 2-for-4 with a walk, a strikeout and a run scored in Saturday's 6-1 loss to the Tigers.Moncada doubled and then advanced to third on a wild pitch, putting himself in position to score on Avisail Garcia's sacrifice fly. That's an example of Moncada's strengths -- on-base ability and speed on the basepaths. The 22-year-old second baseman has reached base safely in six of seven games. Over time, that will pay off in runs and stolen bases. He's still learning the art of putting together better at-bats, though, so there will be some painful moments, particularly in the area of strikeouts. He's whiffed 12 times in 35 plate appearances (34.3 strikeout percentage).
Mar 31 2018Moncada went 1-for-4 with a walk, a home run and two runs scored during the White Sox's 4-3 win Saturday over the Royals.By taking a Brandon Maurer pitch over the right-center-field wall, the youngster cut a two-run deficit in half during the eighth inning, and the Pale Hose eventually overtook Kansas City later that frame for a lead they wouldn't relinquish. Moncada is only 2-for-10 to start the season, but his first tater of the year is a reminder of his alluring power-speed potential for 2018 and beyond.
Mar 27 2018Moncada went 2-for-2 with an RBI and two runs as the leadoff hitter in Monday's exhibition game against Triple-A Charlotte.Moncada has taken to the leadoff role since manager Rick Renteria started using him there at the beginning of March. In 15 spring games as the team's leadoff hitter, Moncada is 15-for-48 (.313) with seven walks, three home runs, nine RBI and three stolen bases. Included in that tantalizing production are 15 strikeouts, which has been Moncada's bane since reaching the upper minors and majors. Still, his ability to draw walks and speed on the basepaths should make him a productive leadoff hitter.
Mar 19 2018White Sox manager Rick Renteria said Sunday that Moncada would open the season as the club's leadoff hitter, Bruce Levine of 670 The Score Chicago reports.Moncada will probably remain a sinkhole in batting average until he dramatically curbs his 34.3 percent career strikeout rate, but his willingness to draw walks props up his on-base percentage and makes him an ideal fit in the leadoff spot. With the top-of-the-order role should come more involvement in the run game, an area where the speedy Moncada has lagged more than anticipated since reaching the majors. Moncada swiped 45 bags at a 78.9 percent success rate in the minors in 2016, suggesting he has some untapped potential as a base stealer after notching only three steals in five attempts across 251 big-league plate appearances to date.
Mar 2 2018Moncada is a candidate to open the year as the White Sox's leadoff hitter, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.He is leading off Friday, and it's easy to see why the White Sox might view him as their best option at the top of the order. He has high-end speed, and even though he hit just .231 last season, he walked at a 12.6 percent clip that resulted in a .338 OBP. Moncada will get his counting stats whether he is hitting first or in a run-producing spot, but he may get more opportunities to run out of the leadoff spot. The other top internal option to lead off is center fielder Charlie Tilson.
Sep 30 2017Moncada went 2-for-4 in Friday's 10-1 loss to the Indians.Moncada's wobbly start in the majors when he was called up in July is a distant memory thanks a very productive finish to the season. The rookie's hit .313/.375/.537 with five home runs, 11 RBI and 18 runs scored over the last 19 games. The future is now for Moncada, who will return to the majors for the start of 2018 as Chicago's starting second baseman.
Sep 26 2017Moncada (shin) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Angels.Moncada was held out of Monday's game in order to rest and recover, and it appears the day off had the desired effect. Moncada will play second and hit second for the White Sox on Tuesday night.
Sep 25 2017Moncada is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Angels.Moncada has been locked in at the plate recently -- slashing .338/.394/.615 with five homers in his last 65 at-bats -- but he'll get the day off after starting 17 consecutive contests for the White Sox. Since returning from the disabled list near the beginning of September, Moncada has raised his batting average from .189 to .237. With the 22-year-old situated on the bench Monday, Yolmer Sanchez will slide over to cover the keystone, opening up a spot for Tyler Saladino to start at third base.
Sep 25 2017Moncada, who is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Angels, is dealing with a minor shin injury, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.The issue doesn't appear to be anything overly serious; MRI results came back clean and the hope is that Moncada will return to the starting lineup for Tuesday's contest. The 22-year-old has been hot at the plate since returning from the disabled list at the beginning of September, slashing .303/.369/.539 with five homers in 18 games. In the meantime, Yolmer Sanchez will start at the keystone in his stead Monday.
Sep 22 2017Moncada went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run during Friday's win over Kansas City.Moncada has caught fire of late with at least one hit in 11 of his past 13 games for five round trippers, 15 runs and 11 RBI. It's encouraging to see the rookie finding a groove and rewarding patient fantasy owners down the stretch. If he continues to post solid numbers through the end of the year, his stock will skyrocket entering 2018 drafts.
Sep 21 2017Moncada went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Astros.Moncada stayed hot on the White Sox's current road trip. He's 17-for-41 (.415) with three home runs, a triple and eight RBI in the first nine games of the 10-game trip. Manager Rick Renteria told Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune that Moncada is getting a better handle on off-speed pitches while teammate and fellow Cuban Jose Abreu cited Moncada's use of lighter bats as reasons why the rookie's hitting has suddenly taken off.
Sep 19 2017Moncada went 3-for-4 with a stolen base and a run scored in Tuesday's loss to the Astros.Moncada raised his season batting average from .227 to .241 in Tuesday's three-hit performance and is now hitting an impressive .302 during the month of September. The toolsy second baseman is still striking out in over 32 percent of his plate appearances, but he's been making enough solid contact recently to make his robust strikeout rate more palatable. The 22-year-old now has 10 hits in his last five starts and is on pace to turn in a very encouraging final month of the regular season.
Sep 16 2017Moncada switched to using a lighter bat earlier this week and has three multi-hit games since, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports. "My swing is more fluid, and I feel stronger with my swing with these bats," Moncada said.Using a lighter bat was the suggestion of teammate Jose Abreu, who had some bats shipped to the rookie in time for the start of the team's current 10-game road trip. Over the first five games of the trip, Moncada has gone 11-for-23 with two home runs. Howevr, manager Rick Renteria feels it's more than just lighter bats, The manager said the rookie has been soaking up a lot of information since being called up to the majors and it's finally starting to sink in. However the credit pie is divided, it looks like Moncada is tapping into the potential.
Sep 14 2017Moncada went 4-for-5 with two walks, a home run, five runs scored and a stolen base in Thursday's win over Detroit.This was easily the best game of Moncada's career to this point, as he reached base in six of seven trips to the plate and tied Tim Raines' franchise record with the five runs, according to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times. He raised his average more than 20 points in this one (from .207 to .229). The 22-year-old is still a work in progress when it comes to picking up spin and recognizing offspeed stuff, but he's now hit safely in six straight, flashing the potential that made him the No. 1 overall prospect in baseball.
Sep 12 2017Moncada went 3-for-6 with a triple, two RBI and two runs scored in Monday's 11-3 win over the Royals.Moncada hasn't made a splash since his callup to Chicago just after the All-Star break, but you can see hints of hitter he can become. Nearly half of his 25 hits have gone for extra bases. The White Sox are being smart with Moncada. Since his return from injury, he's batting second in all six games played. That will allow him to get as many at-bats and see as many pitches as possible, setting him up to be the White Sox's leadoff hitter in 2018.
Sep 9 2017Moncada went 1-for-5 with a solo home run Saturday in the White Sox's 13-1 win over the Giants.Chicago left the yard six times. Moncada cleared the fences when he led off the seventh inning to register his fourth homer of the season. He's batting just .179 over 135 at-bats this year and has stolen only one base in that time, limiting his single-year fantasy contributions. The rebuilding Pale Hose will continue holding him in high esteem with a high spot in the order, though, which gives him time to find a groove before the 2017 season wraps up.
Sep 6 2017Moncada isn't in the lineup Wednesday against the Indians, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Moncada returned from the disabled list Tuesday and proceeded to go 1-for-5 at the plate with two strikeouts. He'll sit out Wednesday night while the White Sox start Alen Hanson at second base.
Sep 5 2017Moncada (knee) was activated from the 10-day disabled list Tuesday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Moncada is good to go after spending just 11 days on the shelf with a shin contusion. He was able to complete his fourth consecutive day of baseball activities Monday, clearing the way for his return to the White Sox. Now that he's healthy, the 22-year-old will look to improve upon his unimpressive .188/.328/.356 line down the stretch.
Sep 3 2017Moncada (leg) hit in the batting cage and fielded grounders Saturday, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.Saturday's activity was the first baseball work Moncada has performed since landing on the 10-day disabled list Aug. 25. While he's not expected to be activated when eligible, the initiation of on-field work is a sign he could rejoin the active roster by the end of the week.
Sep 2 2017Moncada (leg) will not be ready to be activated off the 10-day disabled list when eligible to do so Sept. 4, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.Moncada has been staying off the leg, but is set to begin baseball activities this weekend. In the meantime, the White Sox have an assortment of second base fill-ins, including Tyler Saladino, Yolmer Sanchez, Alen Hanson and Leury Garcia.
Sep 1 2017Moncada (leg) has not yet begun baseball-related activities, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.Manager Rick Renteria said Moncada "has been at home resting, trying to stay off his leg." The rookie second baseman will be re-evaluated Friday, and the White Sox will see if he's able to start baseball activity. Moncada suffered a bone bruise on his right shin and was placed on the 10-day disabled list Aug. 25.
Aug 25 2017Moncada was placed on the 10-day disabled list prior to Friday's game against the Tigers, due to a bone contusion of his right shin.Moncada was forced to exit Thursday's contest with shin splints -- an issue he's dealt with for quite some time now -- but was diagnosed with a bone contusion following an MRI on Friday. The 22-year-old will miss a little time on the DL, although there has yet to be a timetable offered for his return at this point. Once he's able to recover after a couple days of rest, we will know more on the severity of this setback and Chicago's plan moving forward.
Aug 24 2017Moncada will under go an MRI on Friday to determine the cause of the pain that forced him to leave Thursday's game, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.It was assumed that the issue was just the shin splints that have been bothering Moncada for some time. However, Moncada said he felt more pain than soreness when he landed funny trying to round third base. Consider him day-to-day until the test results come in, but this injury sounds a little more scary now than it did when he initially left the game.
Aug 24 2017Moncada left Thursday's game against Minnesota with shin splints in his left leg, Mike Berardino of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.Moncada has been dealing with shin splints for some time and expects the issue to linger all season. The White Sox may choose to give him some extra rest days down the stretch as a result. For now, though, consider him day-to-day.
Aug 22 2017Moncada went 2-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Twins.He also struck out, however, marking his 10th straight game with at least one whiff -- a stretch during which he's hitting only .179 (7-for-39) with a 5:20 BB:K. Until Moncada learns to make more consistent contact, it will be difficult for him to play up to his potential.
Aug 21 2017Moncada (shin) will start at second base and bat second in Game 1 of the White Sox's doubleheader Monday against the Twins, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Moncada had been sidelined for the last two games while dealing with shin splints on his right foot, but the couple days of rest was all he needed for the pain to subside. The White Sox could look to keep Moncada on the bench for the nightcap Monday for precautionary purposes, but the 22-year-old otherwise looks like he'll be in line for a full slate of starts during the week. After a rough start to his tenure with the White Sox, Moncada's bat has heated up in August, with the infielder submitting a .377 on-base percentage across 14 contests.
Aug 20 2017Moncada (shin) is not in Sunday's lineup against the Rangers, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Moncada was scratched from Saturday's lineup with shin splints, and while there has been no update on his status, the issue is apparently still bothersome enough to keep him out another contest. He remains day-to-day; Yolmer Sanchez is again filling in for him at the keystone.
Aug 19 2017Moncada was a late scratch from Saturday's lineup with shin splints in his right shin.For now, Moncada should be considered day-to-day. He is hitting .240/.377/.400 with two home runs and a 36.1 percent strikeout rate in his last 50 at-bats. Yolmer Sanchez was added to the lineup at second base, hitting ninth.
Aug 17 2017Moncada went 1-for-3 with a solo homer, two walks and two runs scored Thursday in Texas.Moncada took starter Tyson Ross deep in the first inning and was able to work walks in his next two plate appearances before making outs in his last two. The 22-year-old second baseman had been slashing a solid .282/.377/.477 in 80 games at Triple-A Charlotte, but he's been unable to carry that success over against major-league pitching. Even after this performance, he owns an unimpressive .190/.333/.357 line through 25 games with Chicago.
Aug 14 2017Moncada went 1-for-4 with a double and a run scored in Sunday's 14-6 loss to the Royals.The hit was just the fourth of the season against a left-hander for the switch-hitting Moncada, who is batting .148 with nine strikeouts over 27 at-bats against southpaws. He told Brian Sandolow of the Chicago Sun-Times that he feels "good batting right-handed" but hasn't had the chance to face many lefties since being called up. More so than batting right-handed, Moncada's problems at the plate revolve around off-speed pitches. Opposing pitchers know he can hit a fastball, but the rookie is unlikely to see many until he shows he can lay off the junk.
Aug 10 2017Moncada went 2-for-5 with a homer, a walk and two RBI in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Astros.Moncada was twice the hero in this one. His second long ball of the season erased a one-run deficit with one out in the ninth inning, setting the second baseman up for his walkoff single two innings later. He's slashing just .213/.377/.377, so this performance will likely be the highlight of Moncada's season.
Aug 6 2017Moncada finished up the four-game set against the Red Sox, going 5-for-17 with three walks, but continues to have issues with offspeed offerings, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Moncada showed some improvement over the weekend, but is an unimpressive 9-for-52 (.173) overall with 21 strikeouts, a 33-percent strikeout rate. '"The swings-and-misses on both sides of the plate have been in breaking-ball counts," manager Rick Renteria said. '"Exponentially, he will grow to understand those. My hope is by the time we finish September, you will see an approach to those pitches because he's seeing them more." Moncada acknowledged the difference between Triple-A pitchers and hurlers in the majors, who have an approach for each at-bat.
Aug 4 2017Moncada went 0-for-2 with two walks and two runs scored in Thursday's 9-5 loss to the Red Sox.Moncada was back in the lineup after missing two games due to a right knee contusion, playing against his former team for the first time. The rookie, who batted cleanup for the third time in the last five games, has gone 10 straight at-bats without a hit while striking out six times.
Aug 3 2017Moncada (knee) is batting cleanup and starting at second base Thursday against the Red Sox.The top prospect is good to go after missing a pair of games due to a knee contusion he suffered in Monday's contest against the Blue Jays. Moncada, who is slashing just .105/.261/.263 in 12 games for the White Sox this season, will look to get things going as he faces Rick Porcello in his return to the lineup.
Aug 2 2017Moncada (knee) was held out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays.Moncada suffered a right knee contusion during Monday's contest with Toronto, in a play that looked far worse than the diagnosis revealed. Manager Rick Renteria will take precautionary measures with the club's top prospect, allowing him to rest and recover for another day. Moncada stated that he expected to miss two or three games prior to Tuesday's affair, per Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago, so it appears as though the second baseman could return to the lineup for Thursday's series opener against the Red Sox.
Aug 1 2017Moncada (knee) said he expects to miss two to three days with his right knee contusion, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports, though manager Rick Renteria said he could play as early as Wednesday, Hayes also reports.Players tend to underestimate the time they need to recover, though that doesn't seem to be the case in this instance. The White Sox could choose to err on the side of caution and hold him out a little longer, but either way this is encouraging news, as it seems the knee contusion he is dealing with won't keep him sidelined for very long at all. Yolmer Sanchez will continue to fill in at second base during Moncada's absence.
Aug 1 2017Moncada (knee) is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays.Moncada suffered a right knee contusion after a collision with Willy Garcia on Monday, and while he appears to have avoided a more serious injury, the White Sox will continue to proceed cautiously with their top prospect. He was unable to walk off the field under his own control following the collision, so even though the injury isn't expected to force him onto the DL, he'll likely get a few days off. In the meantime, Yolmer Sanchez is expected to fill in at second base.
Jul 31 2017Moncada suffered a knee injury in a nasty collision with outfielder Willy Garcia in Monday night's game against the Blue Jays.The injury was serious enough that Moncada was unable to place any weight on his right leg. A cart was needed to carry him off. Moncada's knee appeared to strike Garcia's head at full speed, so the question will be if the joint suffered any structural damage. Expect an MRI or X-rays soon to answer that question; for now, consider him day-to-day
Jul 31 2017Moncada was diagnosed with a right knee contusion after a rough collision Monday night with outfielder Willy Garcia, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Moncada was unable to walk off the field under his own power, so it was easy to fear the worst after a collision that left both players down for some time on the field. However, X-rays came back negative, and Moncada apparently managed to escape any broken bones or torn ligaments. Expect him to need a few days off, but it's unclear if he will even need a disabled list stint at this point.
Jul 29 2017Moncada batted cleanup for the first time in his career Friday and went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI-double in a 9-3 loss to the Indians.Manager Rick Renteria is experimenting with Moncada, having him hit out of several spots in the batting order. He's also batted second, fifth and sixth since being called up from Triple-A Charlotte. More important than where Moncada hits in the lineup is the lineup as a whole. The players around him in the order will have more impact on his production, and there just isn't much to fear about the White Sox, who twice this week have broken up no-hitters in the fifth inning. Over the last five games, Chicago has scored 12 runs and hit .201.
Jul 27 2017Moncada went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and two runs scored during Wednesday's loss to the Cubs.While Moncada is just 3-for-23 this season, two of his hits have gone for extra bases, and there is no denying his upside. It could be a rocky few months in 2017, but keeper/dynasty owners should definitely remain patient. Despite the potential, there's no guarantee that Moncada will be a universal fantasy asset this year, though.
Jul 25 2017Moncada was moved up to second in the order Monday partly due to the good plate approach he's exhibited over his first four games, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Moncada's been getting deep into counts and laying off balls outside the strike zone for the most part, although that approach has not produced the desired results yet. He's just 2-for-18 with five strikeouts, including four whiffs in Monday's win over the Cubs, but manager Rick Renteria envisions the rookie batting anywhere from first to sixth.
Jul 24 2017Moncada will start at second base and bat second Monday against the Cubs, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Manager Rick Renteria had deployed Moncada as the No. 6 hitter in his first four games with the White Sox, with the rookie going 1-for-13 at the plate. Moncada's performance thus far hasn't warranted a move toward the top of the order, but perhaps settling in between two of the strongest bats in the White Sox's lineup, Melky Cabrera and Jose Abreu, will help spark his production.
Jul 22 2017Moncada went 1-for-4 with a triple and four RBI in Friday's extra-inning loss to the Royals.His bases-loaded three-bagger off Ian Kennedy in the third inning staked the White Sox to a 5-1 lead, but James Shields and the bullpen couldn't hold it. Moncada has yet to strike out in two games since being called up, an encouraging sign for a player who fanned 28.3 percent of the time at Triple-A Charlotte this year.
Jul 20 2017Moncada went 0-for-2 with a walk in his debut for the White Sox in Wednesday's 9-1 loss to the Dodgers.Moncada, who batted sixth in the order, also grounded out to second base and flied out to center field. His arrival in Chicago generated a lot of buzz, with 5.000 walk-up tickets sold for the game, but the White Sox will let him acclimate to the majors at a measured pace. Eventually, we expect to see Moncada, who has been a leadoff hitter in the minor leagues, move up in the order.
Jul 19 2017Moncada, who was called up to Chicago on Tuesday, is expected to play on a regular basis, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.While it could have been assumed that Moncada, the White Sox's top prospect, would have an everyday job, general manager Rick Hahn affirmed that Tuesday when he said the team wasn't "bringing him here to sit." He will be in the lineup Wednesday against the Dodgers.
Jul 19 2017Moncada will start at second base and bat sixth in his White Sox debut Wednesday against the Dodgers.With the trade of Todd Frazier (along with relievers David Robertson and Tommy Kahnle) to the Yankees on Tuesday, the White Sox officially christened their rebuild, so the team's focus will turn to giving young players more extended opportunities at the big-league level throughout the second half. Moncada, who was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte late Tuesday to assume Frazier's roster spot, is the avatar for the organization's youth movement, and is expected to settle into an everyday role at the keystone the rest of the way. Moncada struggled to make contact in his first taste of the big leagues last September while he was a member of the Red Sox, but with another year of experience under his belt, he should provide a greater impact this time around. He was batting .282 with 12 home runs and 17 stolen bases over 361 plate appearances at Charlotte prior to his promotion.
Jul 18 2017Moncada has been recalled from Triple-A Charlotte.Moncada was hitting .285/.381/.452 with 12 home runs and 17 stolen bases at Triple-A. As Chicago's top prospect, and perhaps the top prospect in baseball, he should be a fixture in the everyday lineup for the rebuilding White Sox.
May 26 2017Moncada was activated from the 7-day disabled list Friday.The top prospect in the White Sox organization had been out since May 15 with a thumb injury, though appears to be healthy and ready to return to game action following a minor absence. Moncada will resume his starting spot with Triple-A Charlotte, where he has gotten off to a hot start with a .331/.401/.504 slashline and 15 RBI through 34 games.
May 17 2017Moncada was placed on the 7-day disabled list Wednesday with a bruised left thumb, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.X-rays came back clean, so Moncada's placement on the disabled list seems more precautionary. He described the injury as nagging, so the White Sox will likely give the top prospect ample time to heal before getting him back in action. Moncada is off to a healthy start at Triple-A this season, slashing .331/.401/.504 with six homers and 10 stolen bases through 34 games.