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Mar 21 2025Rays manager Kevin Cash said Friday that Jimenez will not make the Opening Day roster, Ryan Bass of FanDuel Sports Network Sun reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Cash noted that while Jimenez's bat "started to come to life" recently during Grapefruit League play, it's not going to be enough to crack the Opening Day roster. Jimenez -- who is on a minor-league contract -- will begin the season at Triple-A Durham and "could be huge for us at any point during the season," per Cash.
Feb 17 2025Jimenez lost 25-to-30 pounds over the offseason, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez had to settle for a minor-league contract with the Rays this offseason following a 2024 campaign that he referred to Sunday as a "disaster." Manager Kevin Cash said that Jimenez is "really, really motivated" and will get some reps in the outfield and even at first base in addition to competing for at-bats at designated hitter.
Feb 9 2025Jimenez will enter spring training in a competition with Curtis Mead for the final bench spot on the Rays' roster, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez joined the Rays on a minor-league deal in late December and will earn $2 million if he makes the Opening Day roster. He struggled to get going during the 2024 season, but he had at least a .169 ISO in all of his prior campaigns. While Mead would offer Tampa Bay more defensive versatility, Jimenez has a chance to be the more impactful bat.
Dec 23 2024The Rays signed Jimenez to a minor-league contract Monday that includes an invitation to spring training, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Hector Gomez of Z101Digital.com, Jimenez will earn $2 million if he makes the Opening Day roster, with an additional $2 million bonus waiting if he gets to 500 at-bats. Jimenez, 28, slashed only .238/.289/.336 with six home runs over 98 games between the White Sox and Orioles in 2024. He's reached 100 games played just twice in his career and hasn't hit 20 home runs since his rookie season back in 2019. Jimenez did still have a 49 percent hard-hit rate this past season and represents a no-risk, moderate-upside play for the Rays on a minor-league deal.
Nov 2 2024The Orioles declined Jimenez's $16.5 million club option for 2025 on Saturday, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This past season was Jimenez's worst at the plate in his six-year career, as he slashed just .238/.289/.336 over 324 plate appearances between the White Sox and Orioles. Because of his poor performance, it makes sense that Baltimore would rather pay the 27-year-old's $3 million buyout than give him $16.5 million to join the team's already-crowded lineup.
Sep 24 2024Jimenez accepted Baltimore's decision to option him to Triple-A Norfolk on Tuesday, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez had to approve the move to the minors due to his MLB service time, and he'll stick in the Orioles organization for the time being. The 27-year-old played in 33 games since being acquired from the White Sox and posted a .232/.270/.316 slash line with one homer in 100 plate appearances. Jimenez has a $16.5 million club option for 2025, but Baltimore is likely to pay the $3 million buyout.
Sep 11 2024Jimenez is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ryan Mountcastle's (wrist) move to the injured list in late August looked as though it might open up everyday playing time at designated hitter for Jimenez, but the Orioles have instead chosen to rotate a number of players at the DH spot. Jimenez still appears to be the Orioles' preferred DH versus left-handed pitching, but he finds himself on the bench for the fourth time in Baltimore's last five matchups with righties.
Sep 2 2024Jimenez is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Following Ryan Mountcastle's (wrist) move to the injured list a week ago, Jimenez has moved into a near-everyday role for the Orioles, starting in seven of the last eight games. According to Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com, Anthony Santander may not be moving around at full speed after tripping while rounding first base in Sunday's 6-1 win over the Rockies, so he'll get a day out of the outfield and will serve as the designated hitter Monday, which leaves no room in the lineup for Jimenez. Assuming Santander is cleared to play the outfield later on in the series, Jimenez should reclaim a spot in the starting nine in short order.
Sep 1 2024Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 7-5 loss to the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The homer was Jimenez's first in 23 games with the Orioles. He's slashed .296/.315/.408 with seven RBI since he was traded from the White Sox, which has breathed new life into his campaign. Overall, Jimenez has a .253/.301/.360 slash line, six homers, 23 RBI, 24 runs scored, 14 doubles and three stolen bases over 88 contests this season. Jimenez has seen more steady work as the designated hitter since Ryan Mountcastle (wrist) went on the injured list, which opened up first base for Ryan O'Hearn and Emmanuel Rivera.
Aug 15 2024Jimenez is absent from the lineup for Thursday's game versus the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez made four straight starts from Aug. 3-7 but has not started consecutive games over the past week. Each of his last two starts have been against left-handers, as he now looks to be pegged for a short-side platoon at designated hitter with Ryan O'Hearn.
Aug 13 2024Jimenez is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starting four straight contests, Jimenez has now been in the lineup just two times over the subsequent five games. The 27-year-old is 12-for-24 at the plate to begin his Orioles career but is still contending with Ryan O'Hearn for starts at designated hitter.
Aug 10 2024Jimenez isn't in the Orioles' lineup for Saturday's game versus the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has been white-hot at the plate since joining the Orioles, going 11-for-21 with four RBI across seven games. He'll get a breather Saturday against Drew Rasmussen and the Rays, moving Anthony Santander into the DH spot and Austin Slater into right field.
Aug 9 2024Jimenez went 3-for-4 in Friday's 4-1 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez already has four multi-hit efforts as an Oriole, and he played in his seventh game with the team Friday. All three of his hits in this contest were singles. Still, Jimenez appears to have just needed a change of scenery after struggling with the White Sox prior to the trade deadline. The 27-year-old is up to a .264/.315/.368 slash line with five home runs, 20 RBI, 19 runs scored, three stolen bases and 11 doubles over 72 contests this year.
Aug 8 2024Jimenez isn't in the Orioles' lineup for Thursday's game versus the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will get a day to rest Thursday after going 8-for-15 with four RBI over his last four games. His absence will put Anthony Santander into the DH role while Colton Cowser, Cedric Mullins and Ryan O'Hearn start across the outfield.
Aug 7 2024Jimenez will start at designated hitter and bat seventh in Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was widely expected to fill the short side platoon of a platoon at DH when the Orioles acquired him from the White Sox on July 30, but the 27-year-old appears to have pushed his way into a near-everyday role, at least while he's swinging a hot bat. He'll be picking up his fourth consecutive start -- including his third in a row against a right-hander (Bowden Francis) -- after going 6-for-12 with a double and two RBI to begin his tenure with the Orioles. Meanwhile, the lefty-hitting Cedric Mullins will head to the bench for the second game in a row.
Aug 4 2024Jimenez went 3-for-5 with a double and one RBI in Sunday's 9-5 win over the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has gone 5-for-9 with two RBI over three contests since he was traded from the White Sox to the Orioles. He started against a right-hander (Gavin Williams) in Sunday's contest, which suggests Ryan O'Hearn could occasionally move to first base against righties, which could cost Ryan Mountcastle some playing time. Jimenez is at a .252/.306/.357 slash line with five home runs, 18 RBI, 18 runs scored, 10 doubles and three stolen bases over 68 games this year.
Jul 30 2024The Orioles acquired Jimenez from the White Sox on Tuesday for left-hander Trey McGough, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has a .240/.297/.345 slash line in the final guaranteed year of his contract, and Chicago was finally able to offload what little remains of that deal. He also has a $16.5 million club option with a $3 million buyout for 2025. Jimenez won't significantly move the needle for the Orioles, but he could see some starts against left-handed pitching since primary designated hitter Ryan O'Hearn typically starts versus righties.
Jul 27 2024Jimenez is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Seattle. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will begin Saturday's game in the dugout after going 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in Friday's 10-0 loss to the Mariners. Gavin Sheets will serve as the designated hitter and bat second.
Jul 22 2024Jimenez is absent from the lineup for Monday's game against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will head to the bench while the White Sox go with Gavin Sheets as their designated hitter. While he had started each of the previous four contests, Jimenez has now received seven days off since June 26. He's turned in a .605 OPS with zero home runs over that stretch.
Jul 13 2024Jimenez isn't in the White Sox's lineup for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 1-for-4 during a loss in Friday's series opener, Jimenez will get a breather against Luis Ortiz and the Pirates on Saturday. Gavin Sheets will fill in as Chicago's designated hitter and bat fourth.
Jul 10 2024Jimenez is out of the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will rest for the second game of the day after he served as Chicago's designated hitter in the team's 3-1 win in the early contest, going 1-for-3 with a base hit. Gavin Sheets will handle DH duties in the nightcap.
Jul 6 2024Jimenez isn't in the White Sox's lineup for Saturday's game against Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will get a breather Saturday after going 7-for-19 with two runs scored over his last six games. His absence will allow Gavin Sheets to serve as Chicago's designated hitter while batting fourth.
Jul 3 2024Jimenez is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will take a seat for the second time in four games, giving way to Gavin Sheets at DH. Since being brought off the IL on June 23, Jimenez is 8-for-29 (.276) with a pair of doubles.
Jun 29 2024Jimenez is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will begin Saturday's contest in the dugout after starting in the last two games, going 1-for-6 with one walk. It's a planned off day for Jimenez, who is still working his way back from a left hamstring strain. Gavin Sheets (heel) will serve as the designated hitter and bat in the cleanup spot against Colorado right-hander Cal Quantrill.
Jun 26 2024Jimenez is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez experienced a brief scare when he experienced some soreness in his hamstring in his first game back from the injured list in Sunday's 11-2 loss to the Tigers, but he proceeded to serve as the White Sox's designated hitter in both of the first two games of the series with the Dodgers. He went 2-for-9 between the two contests, smacking a double while driving in a run. Jimenez didn't report any setbacks with the hamstring coming out of either game against the Dodgers, so he's likely just getting a planned day off Wednesday.
Jun 25 2024Jimenez went 1-for-5 with a double and an RBI on Tuesday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez started in his third consecutive game since being activated from the injured list Sunday, and he has one hit in each contest. His performance Tuesday marked his first extra-base hit in that span, and he also has one RBI and one run scored. Jimenez has hit either third or fourth in every game since his return.
Jun 24 2024Jimenez (hamstring) will be in the lineup for Monday's contest against the Dodgers, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox haven't yet released their lineup for the series opener, but Jimenez has evidently received the green light to make a second consecutive start. Jimenez was noticeably gimpy while running the bases in Sunday's 11-2 loss to the Tigers in his first game back from a stint on the injured list due to a left hamstring strain. The apparent aggravation of the hamstring injury won't cause him to miss any starts, at least not yet. Certainly, Jimenez will remain a major injury risk as he attempts to play through some discomfort.
Jun 23 2024Jimenez experienced hamstring soreness in his return to the lineup in Sunday's 11-2 loss to the Tigers, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. He started at designated hitter and went 1-for-4 with a run scored. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez made his return from the 10-day injured list Sunday after missing a month with a left hamstring strain, and he now appears to be dealing with a potential setback. The White Sox are set to launch a three-game series at home versus the Dodgers on Monday, and the 27-year-old's status is worth monitoring leading up the 8:10 p.m. ET opening pitch.
Jun 22 2024White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Saturday that Jimenez (hamstring) could be reinstated off the injured list as soon as Monday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Grifol noted that Jimenez is "up to 90 [percent] running, he's passed the test" when it comes to his left hamstring strain. Jimenez began his rehab assignment in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League on June 13, and across six outings he's gone 8-for-18 with one double, one home run and five RBI. Jimenez was one a five-game hitting streak and slashed .286/.359/.457 over his last 10 major-league games before the injury.
Jun 13 2024Jimenez (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment with the rookie-level Arizona Complex League White Sox on Thursday, LaMond Pope of the Chicago Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has been on the shelf for just over three weeks with a left hamstring strain and is now ready to test himself in a game setting. The White Sox haven't revealed how many rehab games the designated hitter might require, but a return from the 10-day injured list next week would seem to be on the table.
Jun 6 2024Manager Pedro Grifol said Thursday that Jimenez (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment next week, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was initially given a one-month return timeline when he landed on the IL on May 22 with a left hamstring strain, but he appears to already be approaching a return to game action. It's unclear exactly when the 27-year-old will head to the minors or how long he'll remain there, but the White Sox will likely be eager to return him to their lineup as soon as possible given their offense's poor performance to start the year.
May 23 2024Jimenez (hamstring) is expected to miss around a month,Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was placed on the injured list Wednesday but no exact timeline for his return was disclosed. After missing two weeks to start April with a similar issue, Jimenez will face a longer absence this time around.
May 22 2024The White Sox placed Jimenez on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a left hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez tweaked the hamstring while running the bases in Tuesday's game in Toronto. The severity of the strain isn't yet known, so it's unclear how much time the designated hitter might miss. Soft-tissue injuries continue to plague Jimenez, who also missed time with an adductor strain earlier this season.
May 21 2024Jimenez was removed from Tuesday's game against the Blue Jays with a left hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez appeared to be limping after scoring from second base during the fifth inning of Tuesday's contest, and Gavin Sheets later replaced him as Chicago's DH during the seventh. The severity of Jimenez's injury remains unclear, but the White Sox will take a closer look at him and should offer more information on his status after the game.
May 20 2024Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a stolen base Sunday against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez had a hit in all three games of the team's weekend series, but none went for extra bases, and he also didn't record any RBI or runs. However, he did steal his third base of the season Sunday and his second in his last four games. It's unclear what has led to his sudden aggressiveness on the basepaths, as he had never attempted a stolen base across the first five seasons of his career.
May 15 2024Jimenez went 3-for-7 with a walk, a double and a solo home run across both games of Tuesday's doubleheader split with the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old slugger took Trevor Williams deep in the second inning of the matinee, the first homer the Washington right-hander has served up in 2024. Jimenez could be heating up after a quiet start to the season -- over the last seven games, he's gone 7-for-27 (.259) with three doubles and a homer. Tuesday's RBI was his first since May 5, though, and through 30 contests he's slashing just .221/.276/.389 with five home runs and 12 RBI.
May 5 2024Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez entered Sunday's matchup without a home run in his last six contests, but he was able to snap that streak with a solo shot, launching his fourth homer of the year in the top of the seventh inning off reliever Giovanny Gallegos. The long ball gave the team a 2-1 lead, and the right-hander has now recorded at least one hit in seven of his last nine games, batting .270 with two home runs, five RBI and six runs scored over that stretch.
May 1 2024Jimenez is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's absence from the lineup looks to be a matter of getting some rest for the day game after a night game. He had started in 14 consecutive games since returning from the injured list in mid-April and slashed .255/.328/.436 with three home runs and a stolen base over that span. Robbie Grossman will fill in for Jimenez on Wednesday as Chicago's designated hitter.
Apr 28 2024Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a run scored in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was able to single and then come around to score on an RBI single by Robbie Grossman in the bottom of the fourth. He later added two more base knocks in the contest, notching his second straight multi-hit performance and his fourth in the last nine games. Over that stretch, Jimenez has batted .351 with three home runs, eight RBI, seven runs scored, three walks and a stolen base over 37 at-bats.
Apr 27 2024Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run and a walk during Friday's win over the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's two-run blast gave Chicago a 7-2 lead in the seventh inning, contributing to an offensive showing that has not been typical of the White Sox so far this season. The 27-year-old has now homered twice in four games and is slashing .286/.355/.607 with eight RBI and five runs scored over his last seven contests.
Apr 24 2024Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a three-run home run, a stolen base and a second run scored during Tuesday's loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's fourth-inning shot flipped the score from 1-0 to 3-1, and he came around to score after drawing a walk in the eighth to make it a 5-2 game. The White Sox ultimately were unable to come away with the win Tuesday, but the 27-year-old's offensive outburst propelled him up to a .795 OPS in eight games since returning from the injured list April 15.
Apr 21 2024Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run Sunday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez tallied his first RBI of the season Saturday and then proceeded to smack his first home run of the campaign in the opening frame of Sunday's contest. He has been sidelined for much of the season by an adductor injury but is showing signs of getting on track at the plate for the first time.
Apr 20 2024Jimenez went 2-for-5 with an RBI on Saturday against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez entered Saturday's game having gone 0-for-10 with three strikeouts and three walks since being activated from the injured list. He delivered a pair of singles against the Phillies, with the latter driving in a run during a ninth-inning rally to mark his first RBI of the campaign. Jimenez is off to a miserable start through 29 plate appearances this season, as he has yet to record an extra-base hit and has only one run scored while hitting .154.
Apr 17 2024Jimenez went 0-for-5 with three walks and a run scored across both games of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was in the lineup for the first time since being activated from the injured list, and he served as the designated hitter in both contests while batting cleanup. It's also possible that Jimenez will see time in the outfield, though the team may be cautious with his usage given his lengthy injury history.
Apr 16 2024White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Monday that Jimenez, who was activated from the injured list earlier in the day, could be used some in the outfield, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gavin Sheets filled in admirably as the designated hitter while Jimenez was sidelined and is also an option -- and probably a likelier one -- to see action in the outfield as the team seeks to keep both bats in the lineup. All three of Jimenez's starts this season came at DH before he got hurt, and only 14 of his 118 starts in 2023 were in the outfield. It's possible he could wind up playing the outfield enough to pick up eligibility there in fantasy, but the White Sox also want to keep him healthy and having Jimenez play the field heightens that risk.
Apr 15 2024Jimenez (adductor) was activated from the 10-day injured list by the White Sox on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is not in Monday's lineup against the Royals but will be available off the bench. He hasn't played since March 31 because of a left adductor strain but was cleared to return after ramping up his running over the weekend. Gavin Sheets is getting another start at designated hitter Monday.
Apr 12 2024Jimenez (adductor) will ramp up his running intensity this week, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's good that Jimenez is upping his activity level, but it would appear he's not going to return this weekend as had been hoped. Jimenez has been sidelined for the past week with a left adductor strain. Gavin Sheets has held down designated hitter duties for the Pale Hose since Jimenez was injured.
Apr 10 2024Jimenez (thigh) is progressing in his recovery and could return during the White Sox's weekend series against the Reds, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol said that Jimenez is feeling better each day, but he declined to give a specific return date. As expected, the priority for the team is to avoid any setbacks or aggravation of the injury. Given the rash of injuries the White Sox have faced early on this season, as well as his own history of issues, the team may take a cautious approach with Jimenez.
Apr 5 2024Jimenez was placed on the 10-day injured list by the White Sox on Friday with a left adductor strain, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez suffered the injury Sunday, but the White Sox had kept him on the active roster in hopes that he could be ready to play this weekend. Clearly, that didn't happen, though Jimenez will be eligible to return in a week since the roster move is retroactive to Tuesday. Gavin Sheets will continue to fill in at designated hitter against righties, and Robbie Grossman has assumed Jimenez's roster spot.
Apr 4 2024Jimenez (adductor) isn't in the White Sox's lineup for Thursday's game against Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol previously stated that Jimenez has avoided a move to the IL up to this point because there is still a possibility that he could play against the Royals over the weekend. However, with Jimenez still out for the series opener, a trip to the injured list is looking increasingly likely. Gavin Sheets will continue filling in for Jimenez as Chicago's DH and cleanup hitter.
Apr 3 2024White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said that Jimenez (adductor) could try to do some running Wednesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is missing a third straight start Wednesday against Atlanta after he suffered a left adductor injury Sunday. Grifol noted that the team hasn't made a roster move with Jimenez yet because there's a "possibility" the designated hitter could be ready to play this weekend in Kansas City. While Jimenez seems to have shown improvement since suffering the injury Sunday, Grifol seems less optimistic now about the slugger avoiding the IL than he did earlier this week. Gavin Sheets has been filling in at DH with Jimenez sidelined.
Apr 2 2024Jimenez (adductor) remained out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will sit out a second straight contest after having to leave Sunday's game with a left adductor injury. The injury was considered minor enough following an MRI that Jimenez is being called day-to-day. Gavin Sheets will receive another start at designated hitter in Jimenez's place Tuesday.
Apr 1 2024Jimenez is considered day-to-day after undergoing an MRI on his left adductor, James Fegan of SoxMachine.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was hurt while running out a groundball Sunday and did not play in Monday's contest. He has managed to avoid a long-term injury, though, and the White Sox will just play a man short for the time being rather than put Jimenez on the injured list. Gavin Sheets started at designated hitter in Jimenez's place Monday and should draw regular time there against righties.
Mar 31 2024Jimenez was removed from Sunday's game against the Tigers due to left adductor soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez appeared to tweak something while running out a grounder during the sixth inning, prompting him to limp off the field. The 27-year-old should be considered day-to-day heading into Chicago's three-game series against Atlanta, which begins Monday.
Mar 22 2024Jimenez (foot) is batting cleanup as the designated hitter in Friday's split-squad game against the A's. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 27-year-old suffered a contusion Wednesday after fouling a ball off his foot, but he'll return to the starting nine just two days later. Jimenez avoided a serious injury, but health remains a concern given that he's missed at least 40 games in each full season of his MLB career.
Mar 21 2024Jimenez was diagnosed with a right foot contusion Thursday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez fouled a ball off his foot during Wednesday's spring training game but is officially listed as day-to-day, so his foot is unlikely to impact his availability for Opening Day. Jimenez has looked solid during Cactus League action, slashing .348/.375/.500 with 12 RBI through 48 plate appearances.
Mar 1 2024Jimenez is entering the 2024 season healthy and could occasionally play in right field, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez played 120 games in 2023, his highest mark since the 2019 season. However, he posted a career-worst .169 ISO while swatting only 18 home runs. Jimenez is set to hit free agency at the close of the season, so adding some defensive value back into his profile could help his cause on the open market.
Oct 1 2023Jimenez is not in Sunday's lineup against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will be UTIL-only heading into 2024 in leagues that require 15-plus games to qualify at a position, as he only played 14 games in the outfield this year and 105 at designated hitter. He slashed .272/.317/.441 with 18 home runs, 50 runs and 64 RBI.
Sep 26 2023Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run and an additional RBI in Tuesday's 15-4 loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez tagged starter Zach Davies for a three-run shot in the first inning, then drove in Chicago's only other run in the second frame, plating Andrew Benintendi on a single. The outfielder has hit safely in 13 of his last 15 appearances, a stretch in which he's batting .308 with three homers, nine RBI and eight runs scored.
Sep 13 2023Jimenez went 2-for-5 with a solo homer and an additional run scored in Tuesday's 11-10 loss against Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez got the White Sox on the board in the fifth inning with a solo blast off Jordan Lyles, cutting the deficit to 9-1 and jumpstarting an improbable comeback in an eventual one-run Chicago loss. The homer snapped a 14-game power outage for Jimenez, with his last long ball coming back on Aug. 25. He's now batting .273 on the year with a .763 OPS, 16 homers, 58 RBI and 45 runs scored across 425 plate appearances.
Sep 6 2023Jimenez is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game at Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez started the past 15 games and will hit the bench after he posted a .675 OPS during that stretch. Andrew Vaughn will rest his legs as the designated hitter while Gavin Sheets starts at first base.
Aug 26 2023Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Friday against the A's. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has started five consecutive games -- all at cleanup -- since returning from a groin injury. He has had an unremarkable stretch since rejoining the lineup, though he did manage his 15th homer of the season and only third since the All-Star break. Jimenez will be a fixture in the lineup assuming health, but he's only been able to suit up for 89 of the team's 129 contests on the campaign.
Aug 21 2023Jimenez (groin) will serve as the White Sox's designated hitter and cleanup batter in Monday's game against the Marinres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Before landing on the paternity list Friday, Jimenez missed the White Sox's preceding game last Wednesday due to a groin injury. He returned from paternity leave Monday and apparently healed up from the groin issue while he was away from the team, so he'll be ready to reclaim his usual spot in the heart of the Chicago lineup.
Aug 18 2023Jimenez (groin) was placed on the paternity leave list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez missed Wednesday's series finale against the Cubs due to groin discomfort and will now be away from the White Sox for the entirety of their three-game weekend series in Colorado as he welcomes a new addition to his growing family. Lenyn Sosa is up from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding move.
Aug 16 2023Jimenez is out of the lineup Wednesday versus the Cubs due to renewed groin discomfort, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez missed a bit of time in mid-July due to left groin tightness and it is apparently bothering him again here in mid-August. White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said the 26-year-old slugger is day-to-day. Chicago will be off Thursday before heading out to Colorado for a three-game weekend set against the Rockies.
Aug 11 2023Jimenez went 3-for-5 with a home run, two RBI and three runs scored in Friday's 7-6 loss to the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez' third-inning blast off Corbin Burnes was his 13th of the season and first since July 23. His two RBI represent twice as many as he had previously accumulated thus far in August. Jimenez has played in 81 of the White Sox' 123 games and is on pace to play over 100 games for just the second time in his career. He currently has a .283 average with 50 RBI and 34 runs scored to go along with his 13 home runs.
Aug 5 2023Jimenez (heel) is batting cleanup as the designated hitter Saturday against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez sat out the past two games due to heel soreness but will rejoin the lineup for Saturday's contest. The 26-year-old has a .314/.364/.431 slash line with three doubles, a homer, seven RBI and four runs in 16 games since the All-Star break.
Aug 4 2023Jimenez is out of the lineup Friday at Cleveland due to a sore heel, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This may be something of a lingering issue for Jimenez, who was limited to pinch-hitting duties in Thursday's series finale against the Rangers. Oscar Colas is serving as Chicago's designated hitter Friday against the Guardians and Andrew Benintendi, Luis Robert and Trayce Thompson will start across the outfield.
Aug 3 2023Jimenez is not in the lineup Thursday at Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Gavin Sheets will fill the DH role for the White Sox and bat seventh versus the Rangers and Max Scherzer. This looks to be a routine day off for Jimenez, who went 1-for-7 with a single and two strikeouts in the first two games of the three-game series.
Jul 30 2023Jimenez is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez started the past nine games after sitting out a few contests with a groin issue, and he'll receive a day off after hitting .400 with a home run, three doubles and seven RBI during that span. Jake Burger will serve as the designated hitter while Elvis Andrus starts at the keystone.
Jul 26 2023Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a double and four RBI in Wednesday's 10-7 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite the overall result, it was a strong individual effort from Jimenez. He hit a two-run single in the first inning and a two-run double in the fourth for his fifth multi-hit effort in the last six games. It was the first time he's logged multiple RBI in a game since July 6. The outfielder is at a strong .286/.330/.485 slash line with 13 home runs, 46 RBI, 33 runs scored and 14 doubles through 68 contests overall.
Jul 24 2023Jimenez went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in Sunday's loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez took Bailey Ober deep to center in the second inning to get the White Sox on the board. It was his third home run in July and the third time over the last four games he's notched multiple hits. Despite missing some time due to injury, the 26-year-old is enjoying a productive month, slashing .333/.368/.519 with eight RBI, eight runs and a 3:7 BB:K in 15 games.
Jul 20 2023Jimenez (groin) is in the designated hitter spot and batting cleanup Thursday versus the Mets in his return to the lineup. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez needed three days and two games to recover from a groin injury but is feeling well enough to serve as the White Sox' DH in this one. He'll carry a .776 OPS with 12 home runs into action Thursday.
Jul 19 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Jimenez (groin) is available to pinch-hit Wednesday versus the Mets, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Grifol said the same thing prior to Tuesday's game, but it sounds like that was a bit of gamesmanship on the skipper's part and Jimenez wasn't truly available. "Today he is available," Grifol said Wednesday. "Yesterday it was questionable whether he was available or not. I would have used him if he was available. He is available today. To pinch hit." It seems as if Jimenez could be ready to return to the lineup as soon as Thursday.
Jul 18 2023Jimenez (groin) is available to pinch hit Tuesday against the Mets, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Sunday that Jimenez was expected to miss up to five days due to groin soreness, but Jimenez is apparently feeling well enough to come off the bench Tuesday. Grifol added that Jimenez could be back in the lineup as the designated hitter Wednesday.
Jul 16 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Sunday that Jimenez (groin) could be out 4-5 days, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez got hurt on the day he returned to outfield duty, though he was injured running to first base Sunday, not while playing the field. Regardless it sounds like the team is preparing to be without Jimenez for several days at least. He will be re-evaluated before the team's series against the Mets in New York.
Jul 6 2023Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in a loss to the Blue Jays in Game 2 of a doubleheader Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez went 0-for-4 in the matinee and 1-for-8 in the twin bill overall, but his lone hit was a two-run shot in the third inning of Game 2. It was the third homer in the past eight games for Jimenez, and he's batted .333 with 10 RBI over that stretch. The 26-year-old is up to 12 homers and 40 RBI over 239 plate appearances on the season.
Jul 1 2023Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a solo home run, an additional RBI and a walk in an extra-inning loss to Oakland on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez came through early for Chicago, swatting a solo homer to center field in the second inning and adding an RBI single in the third. However, he was replaced for a pinch runner after walking in the eighth. Despite the late substitution, Jimenez extended his modest hitting streak to five games, a stretch in which he's batting .429 (9-for-21) with two homers, six RBI and four runs.
Jun 28 2023Jimenez went 2-for-5 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 11-5 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has consecutive multi-hit games since he snapped an 0-for-12 skid. The outfielder has knocked five of his 10 homers this season in June. He's up to 31 RBI, 23 runs scored and a .262/.306/.472 slash line through 49 contests while maintaining a regular role in the White Sox's lineup.
Jun 27 2023Jimenez went 3-for-4 with two doubles and one run scored in Tuesday's 4-2 loss against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 0-for-12 in his last three games, Jimenez bounced back with a trio of hits Tuesday, including two doubles. Though he's been limited to just 48 games due to injury, Jimenez is slashing .258/.304/.458 with nine homers and 30 RBI.
Jun 23 2023Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a double in Friday's 3-1 loss to the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has hit safely in eight of nine games since returning from a calf injury in mid-June. This was his second multi-hit effort in that span, and he's gone 11-for-38 (.289) with three home runs and three doubles over the productive stretch. For the season, the outfielder is at a .264/.314/.471 slash line with nine homers, 30 RBI, 21 runs scored and nine doubles over 44 contests.
Jun 21 2023Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run Tuesday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez helped the White Sox jump out to an early lead by blasting a two-run homer in the first inning. It was his ninth long ball of the season, and third in seven games since he returned from a calf injury. Jimenez has struggled to stay on the field while dealing with an array of injuries in the first three months of the season, but he is showing off plenty of pop and now has a .204 ISO across 180 plate appearances on the campaign.
Jun 17 2023Jimenez went 1-for-5 with a solo home run Saturday against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez took Logan Gilbert deep in the second inning to tally his eighth homer of the season. It was his second long ball since returning from a calf injury Wednesday, and he also has at least one hit in all four games since retaking the field. Jimenez has battled a number of lower-body injuries this season, which has limited him to only 163 plate appearances and seemingly hindered his ability to find a rhythm at the dish.
Jun 14 2023Jimenez (calf) went 2-for-5 with a double, one RBI and one run scored in Wednesday's 8-4 win over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez missed four contests with left calf soreness. He was one of five White Sox batters with multiple hits in the contest, and he was able to pad the lead with an RBI single in the ninth inning. Assuming he avoids setbacks, he should be able to stay in lineup between designated hitter and his usual spot in right field. Staying healthy has been a challenge for him so far, but he has a solid .262/.318/.440 slash line with six home runs, 25 RBI, 18 runs scored and seven doubles through 36 contests.
Jun 13 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol told reporters that Jimenez (calf) is "somewhat available" for Tuesday's game against the Dodgers off the bench, and that he has a good chance to be in the starting lineup Wednesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: "We are looking for [Jimenez] to be in the lineup tomorrow," Grifol said Tuesday. Jimenez has been out of the lineup since leaving the second game of a doubleheader against the Yankees on Thursday with calf discomfort, but it sounds likely that the slugger will be back in the lineup for Chicago in the coming days even if he isn't able to play Tuesday or Wednesday.
Jun 11 2023Jimenez (calf) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is still experiencing soreness in his left calf and will sit out a third consecutive game. While the slugger rests up, Clint Frazier will handle right field and hit leadoff in the series finale with Miami.
Jun 10 2023Jimenez (calf) is on the bench as expected Saturday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez left the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Yankees with left calf discomfort. Manager Pedro Grifol said Friday that Jimenez should be able to avoid the injured list but will miss at least four or five days. So far, that remains true. Gavin Sheets will remain the right fielder Saturday, with Jake Burger again starting at designated hitter.
Jun 9 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Friday that Jimenez (calf) is likely to be sidelined for the next 4-5 days, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was pulled from the second half of Thursday's doubleheader at Yankee Stadium after experiencing discomfort just below his left calf. Grifol expressed optimism that the 26-year-old slugger will be able to avoid the 10-day injured list, but he is apparently going to miss Chicago's entire three-game weekend set against the Marlins. Gavin Sheets is playing right field in Friday's series opener and Jake Burger is serving as the designated hitter.
Jun 8 2023Jimenez exited the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against the Yankees with an apparent leg injury, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was running out a ground ball in the ninth inning and grimaced upon reaching first base. Because it was so late in the game, the White Sox were unlikely to take any chances. He is considered day-to-day.
May 31 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol said Wednesday that Jimenez has been bothered by a leg issue, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was limited to DH duties in Wednesday afternoon's 12-5 blowout loss to the Angels, but Grifol said he expects the 26-year-old slugger to be able to play the outfield this weekend against the Tigers. Thursday's scheduled team off day should help the cause. Still, it's something to monitor moving forward.
May 30 2023Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI on Monday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez took Carlos Estevez deep in the ninth inning to tally his fifth home run of the season and first since returning from the injured list May 28. Albeit in an extremely small sample, he's shown significant power production across two games by tallying two extra-base hits and driving in four. Jimenez has hit second and fourth in those two contests and will continue to occupy a premium spot in the White Sox order.
May 28 2023Jimenez went 1-for-3 with a double, two RBI, two walks and a run scored Sunday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez returned from a three-week absence caused by an appendectomy and hit second in the lineup. His lone hit came on a pop-up in no-man's land between the shortstop and left fielder, though it drove in two. Jimenez started in right field, which allowed Jake Burger to remain the designated hitter while Gavin Sheets hit the bench against a lefty. Moving forward, Jimenez is likely to also see time at designated hitter.
May 27 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol told reporters Saturday that Jimenez (abdomen) could return as soon as Sunday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has been out since the start of May following an emergency appendectomy. If the slugger doesn't return Sunday, it seems likely that he'll be back as the starting designated hitter for the White Sox in the early part of next week.
May 23 2023Jimenez (abdomen) will spend 3-to-4 days on a rehab assignment with Double-A Birmingham before being re-evaluated, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was spotted exiting the White Sox' clubhouse Tuesday with a suitcase headed for Birmingham, so it appears he could begin his rehab assignment as soon as Wednesday and return perhaps as early as this weekend. The slugger has been out since early May following an emergency appendectomy.
May 22 2023Jimenez (abdomen) is getting close to going out on a rehab assignment, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez underwent an emergency appendectomy May 6 but has been working out lately without issue and his clearance for game action appears imminent. The slugger had stated previously that he hopes to be activated by the end of this week, and it would seem he has a shot to meet that goal.
May 17 2023Jimenez (abdomen) said Wednesday that he hopes to return from the 10-day injured list by the end of next week, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was cleared to run the bases Tuesday and will incorporate more and more baseball activities in the coming days before presumably heading out on a minor-league rehab assignment by early next week. He underwent an emergency appendectomy May 6 and had originally been expected to miss more than a month.
May 16 2023Jimenez (abdomen) was cleared to run the bases Tuesday and could resume swinging by the weekend, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox have yet to set a date for Jimenez's return, but he was given a 4-to-6 week recovery timeline following his appendectomy earlier this month. Gavin Sheets and Adam Haseley have split reps in right field since Jimenez landed on the injured list.
May 7 2023The White Sox placed Jimenez (appendix) on the 10-day injured list Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez underwent an emergency appendectomy in Cincinnati on Saturday, but since the White Sox didn't immediately have a player available to replace him on the 26-man active roster that day, the team waited until Sunday to officially move him to the IL. Catcher Carlos Perez will move up from Triple-A Charlotte to take the spot of Jimenez, who is expected to require 4-to-6 weeks of recovery time.
May 6 2023Jimenez (abdomen) underwent an appendectomy Saturday, which is expected to sideline him 4-to-6 weeks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez went to the hospital Saturday with severe abdominal pain, which ultimately led to the removal of his appendix. The 26-year-old never seems to catch a break when it comes to his health and he'll now be out for at least a month while recovering. Over the last three seasons prior to 2023, Jimenez only appeared in 192 games while dealing with an assortment of ailments. He'll likely be placed on the injured list at some point Sunday.
May 4 2023Jimenez went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run and an additional run scored in Thursday's loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was the lone source of offense for the White Sox on Thursday, driving in all three of the team's runs and smacking his fourth home run on the season. However, his efforts were not enough for a win, as Byron Buxton tied the game at two in the eighth with a solo homer while Minnesota's five-run 12th inning proved to be too much for Chicago to overcome. Despite the hefty deficit, Jimenez attempted to spark a comeback, hitting a single to lead off the bottom of the 12th that scored designated runner Billy Hamilton, but a double-play and a strikeout quickly ended any hopes of a rally. Through 24 games, Jimenez holds a .258/.324/.430 slash line.
May 3 2023Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez got the White Sox on the board with a two-run blast to left-center field off Jorge Lopez to put his squad in front 2-1. It was his third home run of the year and his first since April 22. The 26-year-old has not lived up to his fantasy price tag so far after spending some time on the IL, but he does have eight hits over his last five games and is now slashing .226/.293/.381 with seven extra-base hits, 11 RBI, nine runs and an 8:25 BB:K over 92 plate appearances.
May 2 2023Jimenez (leg) is in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was bothered by leg soreness during Sunday's game, but he's evidently feeling OK following Monday's off day. He's in the designated hitter spot and batting cleanup versus Joe Ryan.
Apr 30 2023Jimenez was limited during Sunday's win over the Rays due to leg soreness, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Pedro Grifol revealed after Sunday's matchup that Jimenez wasn't feeling 100 percent healthy before the game. However, Grifol wanted Jimenez's bat in the lineup, and the 26-year-old delivered with a performance in which he went 4-for-5 with a run and an RBI before being replaced by a pinch runner in the bottom of the ninth inning. It's encouraging that Jimenez had a solid performance Sunday, but he'll presumably be monitored ahead of Tuesday's series opener against the Twins.
Apr 6 2023Jimenez (hamstring) was able to play catch and do some running Thursday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez said afterward that he would be able to pinch-hit Thursday if he was on the active roster. He's not, of course, after being placed on the injured list Wednesday, but it's a good sign that he could be ready to go when his 10 days are up or shortly thereafter.
Apr 5 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol told reporters before Wednesday's game against the Giants that he's hopeful Jimenez (hamstring) will miss only two weeks, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez strained his left hamstring going from first to third Monday, and he was placed on the injured list Wednesday. There's a chance that the injury could keep him out longer than those two weeks, but it appears the tentative timetable has the 26-year-old returning before the end of April.
Mar 31 2023Jimenez went 2-for-4 with two doubles, two RBI and a run scored in Friday's loss to Houston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old slugger knocked two RBI doubles off Cristian Javier, one in the first inning and another in the sixth. Jimenez bounced back quickly after an 0-for-5, two-strikeout performance on Opening Day. Both of his hits Friday went over 105mph off the bat.
Mar 20 2023Jimenez is day-to-day after exiting Monday's Cactus League game versus the Diamondbacks with cramping in his right calf, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Fantasy managers can breathe a sigh of relief that it isn't something more serious. Jimenez figures to rest for a few days just to be safe, but this doesn't sound like a long-term concern.
Mar 18 2023White Sox manager Pedro Grifol told reporters that Jimenez will start Sunday in right field, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is expected to primarily play as the designated hitter for the White Sox, but Grifol will give the slugger a chance to play in the outfield on occasion. The 26-year-old has gotten some reps in the field this spring even while away from the team, as he was able to play right field for Team Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic before they were eliminated.
Feb 22 2023Jimenez said Wednesday that he dropped 25-30 pounds over the offseason, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez slimmed down in an effort to become more of an everyday outfielder for the White Sox, as he has stated many times that he dislikes DHing. He also noted to reporters Wednesday that his swing has less effort to it now as a result of the leaner physical build. The 26-year-old slugger sure seems primed for a healthier and more productive overall showing in 2023.
Oct 4 2022Interim manager Miguel Cairo said Jimenez won't be in the lineup for Wednesday's season finale against Minnesota, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old went 1-for-3 with a double, a walk, an RBI and a run during Wednesday's 8-3 victory, which will end up being his final start of the season. Barring an appearance off the bench, Jimenez will finish 2022 with a .295/.358/.500 slash line, 16 home runs, 54 RBI and 40 runs in 84 games.
Oct 2 2022Jimenez is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is 2-for-16 over his past five games and will take a seat for Sunday's series finale in San Diego. Jose Abreu will serve as the designated hitter while Andrew Vaughn receives a start at first base.
Sep 30 2022Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Friday's 3-1 win over the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez tied the game when he took Yu Darvish deep in the fourth inning. Over his last 20 games, Jimenez has slugged seven of his 16 homers and added 20 of his 53 RBI for the season. The outfielder's batting average dipped below .300 for the first time since Sept. 6, but he's produced a strong .871 OPS through 81 contests this year.
Sep 29 2022Jimenez is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Jimenez going 5-for-27 (.185) over his last seven games and the White Sox playing a day game Thursday, Jimenez will be held out for the second time in four contests. Jose Abreu will serve as Chicago's designated hitter with Andrew Vaughn manning first base.
Sep 25 2022Jimenez is not in Sunday's lineup against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is swinging a hot bat, boasting a .333 average, two home runs, two doubles, six runs and six RBI over his last six games. Yasmani Grandal gets the nod at designated hitter while Seby Zavala starts behind the dish.
Sep 24 2022Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez and Gavin Sheets went back-to-back with solo homers in the fourth inning, but those were the only two runs Chicago managed in the loss. The long ball extended Jimenez's modest hitting streak to six games, during which he's gone 8-for-24 (.333) with a pair of homers and six RBI. Jimenez has missed much of the season due to injuries, but he's hit 15 homers -- his most since his rookie 2019 campaign -- over 77 games.
Sep 20 2022Jimenez went 1-for-5 with an RBI and a run scored Tuesday against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez delivered a run-scoring single in the sixth inning to knot the game at 1-1 and to tally his 50th RBI of the season. Though he's been limited to only 287 plate appearances, Jimenez has been extremely productive when in the lineup as illustrated by a .384 wOBA and 154 wRC+. He's been particularly productive across his last 12 starts, racking up five home runs, 17 RBI and 12 runs scored.
Sep 18 2022Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a home run, a double, three RBI, two runs and a strikeout during Sunday's 11-5 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has had little trouble reaching base recently, and Sunday's performance marked his sixth multi-hit game over the last 12 matchups. The 25-year-old has been a well-rounded contributor over that stretch, hitting .404 with five home runs, four doubles, 14 RBI and 11 runs.
Sep 13 2022Jimenez went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run and a walk in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's first-inning blast was all the offense the White Sox needed in this one. He's been on quite the heater over the last week, going 14-for-28 (.500) with four homers, 12 RBI and seven runs scored during his seven-game hitting streak. The 25-year-old's posted five multi-hit efforts in that span, which has raised his season slash line to .317/.382/.522 with 13 homers, 45 RBI, 30 runs scored and eight doubles through 259 plate appearances this year.
Sep 11 2022Jimenez went 3-for-4 with three RBI in Saturday's 10-2 victory over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez sent Yoan Moncada home on a fourth-inning sac fly, then picked up two more RBI on a seventh-inning single that set Elvis Andrus and Moncada to the plate. The three-hit outing extended Jimenez's hit streak to five games, a streak that includes four mulit-hit performances. During that span, the young outfielder has picked up three homers, nine RBI and five runs while raising his average from .292 to .314.
Sep 9 2022Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Friday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez took A.J. Puk yard in the ninth inning, which began a five-run rally to give the White Sox a win. He's now homered in three consecutive games, which has brought his total on the season to 12. Jimenez is also riding a modest four-game hitting streak, during which he's gone 8-for-17 with six RBI and five runs scored. On the campaign, Jimenez has a .306/.374/.502 line across 246 plate appearances.
Sep 8 2022Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a double, a home run, three RBI and two runs scored in Wednesday's victory over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez blasted a two-run homer off righty starter Luis Castillo with two outs in the fourth. The outfielder has hit four home runs and recorded 10 RBI over 42 at-bats in his last 14 games. The 25-year-old is significantly more productive against righties this year, recording a .905 OPS in 180 plate appearances as opposed to a .686 OPS in 56 plate appearances against southpaws.
Sep 3 2022Jimenez (leg) went 1-for-2 with a three-run home run and a walk in Saturday's 13-0 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez missed a game with right leg soreness, so he served as the designated hitter Saturday. He made an early impact with his first-inning homer, and the White Sox never looked back in a dominant win. The 25-year-old has gone deep three times in his last 10 games, giving him nine long balls this year. He's added a .303/.373/.472 slash line with 33 RBI, 23 runs scored and six doubles through 58 contests, though staying healthy for an extended time has been a problem for Jimenez this year.
Sep 2 2022Jimenez (leg) is not listed in the lineup for Friday's game against Minnesota, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez left Thursday's victory over Kansas City early with right leg soreness, and it seems the issue is enough to keep him on the bench Friday. His right leg has been very problematic for him recently, though he has still been able to appear in all but one game since Aug. 1.
Sep 1 2022Jimenez left Thursday's game against the Royals in the seventh inning due to right leg soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Thursday marks the third time in the past seven days in which Jimenez's right leg issues have caused him to leave a game early or be held out of the lineup. The injury doesn't seem to be severe since he is listed as day-to-day, but the lingering nature of the issue likely means it will remain a problem down the stretch.
Aug 31 2022Jimenez went 3-for-5 with a solo home run and an additional RBI and run scored in a 9-7 loss to the Royals on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez, returning from a brief absence due to leg soreness, came up with a timely two-RBI single in the fifth and later added to his RBI total with a solo shot in the seventh to help keep his team in the game. It was his eighth home run of the campaign. Jimenez has had an excellent time at the plate in August, slashing .376/.468/.516. The 25-year-old outfielder has missed significant time this season sue to a hamstring injury but has an excellent .500 SLG over 1079 career at-bats.
Aug 30 2022Jimenez (leg) is batting cleanup as the designated hitter Tuesday against the Royals, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has been in and out of the lineup recently due to leg soreness. Over his last 10 games, the designated hitter has slashed .276/.488/.414 with a home run, two RBI and 11 walks.
Aug 28 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Jimenez, who is out of the lineup Sunday against the Diamondbacks, continues to deal with soreness in his right leg, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old was removed from Friday's contest due to the same issue, and the White Sox will let him rest Sunday to give him two days off with Monday's scheduled off day. La Russa didn't rule out Jimenez playing the outfield again this season, but he could be limited to serving as the designated hitter if the leg issue continues to linger.
Aug 27 2022Jimenez (leg) will bat cleanup and serve as the designated hitter Saturday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez left Friday's series opener with a right leg injury, though the White Sox downplayed the issue after the game. Jimenez will indeed return to action without missing a start, though he won't be asked to play the field.
Aug 26 2022Jimenez exited Friday's loss to the Diamondbacks due to a right leg issue, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez went 1-for-1 with a run and two walks to begin Friday's matchup, but he was replaced defensively in the top of the ninth inning. Manager Tony La Russa didn't sound too concerned about Jimenez's injury after the game and said that the 25-year-old has dealt with a similar issue a few times following his surgery. Jimenez should be considered day-to-day for now.
Aug 25 2022Jimenez (elbow) is starting Thursday against the Orioles, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez didn't play Wednesday after he was hit in the elbow by a pitch Tuesday, but he'll serve as the designated hitter and bat fifth during Thursday's series finale in Baltimore. The 25-year-old has hit .350 with a home run, three doubles, six runs and six RBI over his last 12 games.
Aug 24 2022Jimenez (elbow) isn't starting Wednesday against Baltimore. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was hit by a pitch late in Tuesday's loss to the Orioles, but he underwent X-rays after the game that came back negative. Whether he's available off the bench Wednesday remains to be seen, but Jose Abreu will serve as the designated hitter while Andrew Vaughn starts at first base.
Aug 23 2022Jimenez was diagnosed with a bruised left elbow Tuesday after X-rays came back negative, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old was struck in the elbow by a 102-mph fastball late in Tuesday's loss to the Orioles, but he avoided a fracture and should be considered day-to-day. Jimenez went 1-for-2 with a two-run home run and two walks prior to the hit-by-pitch, raising his season slash line to .306/.372/.465. It's unclear if he'll be available for Wednesday's game in Baltimore, though it wouldn't be surprising to see him receive a day off.
Aug 20 2022Jimenez (knee) is starting at designated hitter and batting third Saturday against the Guardians, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He exited Friday's game after twisting his right knee, but he's right back in the lineup the next day. The White Sox will likely look to DH Jimenez as often as they reasonably can down the stretch in order to avoid lower-body issues.
Aug 19 2022Jimenez exited Friday's game against the Guardians after twisting his right knee and could be held out of Saturday's lineup, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old suffered the injury on a swing during the eighth inning and was unable to finish the plate appearance. He went 1-for-3 with a double and a run in the contest. Manager Tony La Russa labeled Jimenez day-to-day, though the outfielder could be forced to sit out a game or two.
Aug 15 2022Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Monday's 4-2 win over the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With two more hits Monday, the 25-year-old now has a five-game hitting streak and is slashing .400/.433/.491 since the beginning of August. While he has only one home run in that 14-game stretch, he is hitting the ball with authority, and his 9 percent HR/FB rate should regress toward his career average of 26 percent. Impressively, he has also not hit a single infield popup since the beginning of August and has only done so in 2.9 percent of his plate appearances this season.
Aug 6 2022Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a solo home run Friday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez led off the fourth inning with his sixth homer of the season. Since the All-Star break, Jimenez has hit .422 with four long balls, eight RBI and eight runs scored across 12 games. Though he's been limited to only 119 plate appearances this season, Jimenez is slashing .288/.319/.477.
Aug 2 2022Jimenez went 3-for-3 with a double, a walk, four RBI and a run scored in Tuesday's 9-2 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez had an RBI single in the first inning, a two-run double in the fourth and a sacrifice fly in the sixth. This was his first three-hit effort of the season, and it extended his hitting streak to eight games. In that span, the outfielder has gone 13-for-29 (.448) with three homers, seven RBI and six runs scored. He's lifted his season slash line to .273/.308/.455 through 107 plate appearances.
Jul 27 2022Jimenez isn't in the lineup Wednesday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez started four of the last five games and went 5-for-15 with two homers, three runs, two RBI and two strikeouts. AJ Pollock is starting in left field and batting third.
Jul 23 2022Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in a 5-4 win over the Guardians in the second game of Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez went 0-for-1 as a pinch hitter in the matinee before starting in left field in the nightcap. He delivered a sixth-inning solo shot to give the White Sox a brief 3-0 lead. He was sidelined by a leg injury before the All-Star break, but he's now 2-for-7 in three contests since returning to action. The outfielder owns a disappointing .219/.266/.356 slash line with three homers, 14 RBI and five runs scored through 78 plate appearances this year.
Jul 22 2022Jimenez (leg) is starting at designated hitter and batting sixth in Friday's series opener against the Guardians, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is back in the lineup after he missed the team's final four games before the All-Star break while dealing with right leg tightness. He'll be the DH in his return, likely a conscious decision by the White Sox to ease him back into action.
Jul 17 2022Jimenez (leg) is not starting Sunday's series finale against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has yet to resume running after he exited Wednesday's contest early with right leg tightness, causing him to miss the White Sox last four games before the All-Star break. Jose Abreu will take over at designated hitter while Andrew Vaughn draws the start at first base and will bat third in the series finale.
Jul 16 2022Jimenez (leg) isn't starting Saturday against the Twins, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has been dealing with right leg tightness recently and is unlikely to be available until after the All-Star break since he hasn't resumed running. AJ Pollock is taking over in left field and batting sixth during Saturday's matchup.
Jul 15 2022Jimenez (leg), who is out of Friday's lineup against the Twins, took swings in the batting cage but hasn't resumed running, so he's unlikely to be available until after the All-Star break, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old was pulled from Wednesday's contest with right leg tightness, and it appears he won't be able to return to the field this weekend. Chicago's first game after the All-Star break is next Friday versus Cleveland, so Jimenez would have a full week to recover heading into the second half of the season.
Jul 14 2022Jimenez (leg) isn't starting Thursday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez exited Wednesday's game against the Guardians due to right leg tightness and will be held out of the lineup for at least one matchup. AJ Pollock is starting in left field and batting seventh.
Jul 13 2022Jimenez was removed from Wednesday's game against the Guardians with right leg tightness, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez went 0-for-3 with two strikeouts before being replaced in the field for the bottom of the seventh inning. The severity of the injury remains unclear, and the 25-year-old should be considered day-to-day until more information is available.
Jul 11 2022Jimenez went 1-for-3 with a walk and an RBI on Sunday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was held out of Saturday's lineup due to general soreness, but his absence was limited to one game. He singled in a run in the eighth inning and also worked his first free pass since returning from the injured list Wednesday. Jimenez has hit well since his activation, racking up four hits across 17 plate appearances with five RBI and two runs scored.
Jul 10 2022Jimenez (general soreness) is starting in left field and batting sixth Sunday versus the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was held out of Saturday's contest due to some general soreness, but he'll rejoin the starting nine after missing only one game. In three games since being activated from the injured list July 6 after missing over two months due to hamstring surgery, the 25-year-old has gone 3-for-13 with a home run, four RBI, two runs and five strikeouts.
Jul 9 2022Jimenez is being held out of the lineup Saturday against the Tigers due to some general soreness, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox are playing a day game after a night game Saturday, so Jimenez is getting a chance to rest following three consecutive starts. Manager Tony La Russa didn't seem concerned about Jimenez's soreness, so it seems likely that he'll be available off the bench Saturday, and he should be considered day-to-day for now.
Jul 6 2022Jimenez (hamstring) went 2-for-5 with a home run and three RBI on Wednesday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was in the lineup for the first time since April 23 after being activated from the 60-day injured list. He took Joe Ryan deep in the fourth inning -- his second plate appearance -- to tally his second homer of the season. Jimenez hit sixth in the White Sox lineup but could move up in the order once he shakes off more of the rust.
Jul 5 2022Jimenez (hamstring) has concluded his rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte and rejoined the White Sox, but he won't be activated from the 60-day injured list ahead of Tuesday's game against the Twins, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez played a nine-inning game in the outfield for Charlotte on Monday, so the White Sox may have wanted to give him a full day to recover before potentially activating him and adding him to the lineup for Wednesday's series finale. After a two-week hiatus from game action at Triple-A, Jimenez appeared in 11 games upon resuming his rehab assignment June 21 and slashed an unremarkable .244/.311/.390 over that stretch, though he began to hit his stride with five hits over his final three contests. Assuming Jimenez ends up being activated Wednesday, the White Sox could deploy him as a designated hitter more frequently with the hope of avoiding a setback to his surgically repaired right hamstring. He's been on the shelf since late April while recovering from the injury.
Jul 2 2022Manager Tony La Russa indicated Saturday that Jimenez (hamstring) could return next week, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: General manager Chris Getz said Friday that Jimenez has been getting more comfortable with his legs during his rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte, and the 25-year-old appears to be closing in on a return in the coming days. La Russa said Saturday that the White Sox could ease Jimenez into action by giving him chances to serve as the designated hitter once he's ultimately activated. Over his eight games since resuming his rehab assignment, he's hit .167 with a homer, four runs and three RBI.
Jul 1 2022White Sox assistant general manager Chris Getz said that Jimenez (hamstring) is "getting more comfortable with his legs" while on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getz further stated, "It's just a matter of him [Jimenez] getting comfortable with it. When you have an injury like that, there is going to be some competitiveness and getting him to where he doesn't have to think about his hamstring, just go out and play baseball." On a more optimistic note, Getz also offered that Jimenez's sprint speed and time to first base is improving, so there has been progress made. That provides some hope that Jimenez will be activated from the injured list in the coming days, though the exact timing remains unclear.
Jun 23 2022The White Sox transferred Jimenez (hamstring) to the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Thursday marks 60 days since Jimenez was initially placed on the IL on April 23 with a strained right hamstring that required surgery, so the transaction doesn't affect his timeline for returning to the 26-man active roster and merely opens up a spot on the 40-man roster for infielder Lenyn Sosa, whose contract was purchased from Double-A Birmingham. After his minor-league rehab assignment was paused for two weeks, Jimenez returned to action Tuesday for Triple-A Charlotte and has gone 1-for-8 with four strikeouts while playing on back-to-back days. The White Sox may want to give Jimenez some light exposure to the outfield this weekend before potentially reinstating him from the IL next week.
Jun 19 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Sunday that Jimenez (hamstring) will have a chance to resume his rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's rehab assignment was paused in early June due to "normal leg soreness," but he'll return to minor-league games nearly two weeks after his shutdown began. Given the length of his shutdown, the outfielder will likely require several more rehab games before he's cleared to rejoin the White Sox.
Jun 9 2022General manager Rick Hahn said Thursday that Jimenez (hamstring) had his rehab assignment paused due to "normal leg soreness," Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hahn emphasized that Jimenez hasn't experienced a setback in his recovery, but the outfielder will get several days off before resuming his rehab assignment. The White Sox are hopeful that Jimenez will be able to return to minor-league game action early next week, and it's possible he'll be in the mix to be activated from the injured list next weekend.
Jun 8 2022Jimenez (hamstring) started in left field and went 1-for-2 on Tuesday during a rehab appearance with Triple-A Charlotte. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez appeared in the outfield for the second time during his rehab stint. He exited early in the game in a move that was planned to help manage his workload as he continues to build his lower-body strength. Jimenez appears to be nearing activation -- he's accrued 19 plate appearances on his rehab assignment -- though a specific date has not yet been set.
Jun 5 2022Jimenez (hamstring) is still working on building up his lower-body strength at Triple-A Charlotte before being activated, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He has been serving as the designated hitter through four rehab games, going 4-for-13, but he is starting in left field Sunday. Manager Tony La Russa said Jimenez's legs aren't ready yet. It was reported that he could be activated during this upcoming homestand that runs Tuesday through Sunday, and that still seems possible, but it probably wouldn't come until midway through the homestand at the earliest.
Jun 3 2022Jimenez (hamstring) could be activated from the injured list during the White Sox's next homestand, which begins June 7, Julia Kreuz of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was in the lineup at Triple-A Charlotte as the designated hitter both Wednesday and Thursday, a good sign that he's getting close to a return after a brief setback. He has yet to play in the outfield on his rehab assignment, something the White Sox presumably would like to have him do prior to being activated. He has collected three hits in 11 at-bats with Charlotte.
May 31 2022White Sox catching coordinator Julio Mosquera said Jimenez (hamstring) took batting practice Tuesday and is expected to resume his rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday, Jonathan Lee of SouthSideSox.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: During his first rehab game with Charlotte on Saturday, Jimenez tweaked his surgically-repaired right hamstring, but he was apparently able to steer clear of a major setback. After resting the past two days, Jimenez resumed baseball activities Tuesday, and assuming his hamstring checked out fine following the workout, he'll be back in the Charlotte lineup Wednesday and Thursday as a designated hitter. The White Sox may want to see Jimenez make a start or two in the outfield during the rehab assignment before bringing him back from the 10-day injured list.
May 29 2022Jimenez tweaked his surgically repaired right hamstring during his first rehab game with Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday and is expected to be out of the lineup for a couple days, Vinnie Duber of AllCHGO.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's hardly a positive development during Jimenez's first rehab appearance, but it's not believed to be a notable setback, as manager Tony La Russa doesn't expect it to be something that changes the outfielder's recovery timeline. The 25-year-old may need a couple additional games in the minors, but he could still be back with the White Sox in early June.
May 28 2022Jimenez (hamstring) exited his first rehab game for Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday due to right leg soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Jimenez is merely considered day-to-day, this certainly isn't the news the outfielder's fantasy managers wanted to hear. Jimenez has been tracking towards the front end of his 6-to-8 week recovery timeline after undergoing right hamstring surgery, but this setback could push him towards the back end of that time frame, as the White Sox will certainly want to avoid taking any chances with his health.
May 24 2022White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said Tuesday that he expects Jimenez (hamstring) to begin a rehab assignment within the next week, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Hahn's comments came after Jimenez took live batting practice Tuesday against rehabbing starting pitcher Lance Lynn (knee), who is also expected to report to the minors for game action within a week. Before the White Sox map out a rehab schedule for Jimenez, he may still need to prove that his surgically repaired right hamstring doesn't inhibit him in the field or while he runs the bases. Whenever he's deemed ready to return from the injured list, Jimenez may see most of his starts as a designated hitter as the White Sox aim to preserve his health.
May 10 2022Jimenez said Tuesday that he's progressing faster than expected in his return from hamstring surgery, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez underwent the procedure in late April and was expected to miss 6-to-8 weeks. It's unclear if his optimism is shared by the White Sox organization, but it's still better to hear that he feels good than to hear the alternative.
Apr 26 2022Jimenez underwent surgery Tuesday to repair his torn hamstring tendon. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez exited Saturday's game against the Twins with the injury, which turned out to be quite serious. He was given a return timeline of 6-to-8 weeks prior to surgery and remains on that schedule. That places his expected return date sometime roughly in the middle of June.
Apr 24 2022The White Sox will place Jimenez on the 10-day injured list Sunday after he was diagnosed with a right hamstring strain that is expected to sideline him for 6-to-8 weeks, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team plans to provide another update on Jimenez's status following Monday's team off day once he's re-evaluated in Chicago, but the 25-year-old is set to miss extended time for the second time in as many seasons after a ruptured pectoral tendon kept him sidelined for about four months of the 2021 campaign. While the slugger is out of the lineup, both Andrew Vaughn and Gavin Sheets could have clear paths to near-everyday roles at either left field or designated hitter. The righty-hitting Adam Engel should also be a fixture in the lineup against right-handed pitching with Jimenez out of the picture.
Apr 23 2022Jimenez (hamstring) suffered a "significant" injury Saturday, but it is not expected to end his season, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was carted off the field after landing awkwardly on first base while running out a groundball. Though no formal move has been made, it appears a certainty that Jimenez will land on the injured list. Andrew Vaughn's at-bats look more secure, and Gavin Sheets could see a significant uptick in playing time with Jimenez out.
Apr 21 2022Jimenez (ankle) is starting at designated hitter and batting sixth Thursday against the Guardians, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is encouraging, as Jimenez has missed significant time with lower-body issues throughout the years, but this ankle soreness didn't require a trip to the injured list. The White Sox may look to get him more starts at designated hitter in the short term in an effort to avoid a reoccurrence.
Apr 20 2022Jimenez is out of the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader with the Guardians due to a sore left ankle, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Tony La Russa noted prior to the White Sox's 11-1 loss earlier Wednesday that Jimenez was dealing with some swelling in his foot after playing through the ankle injury he sustained from fouling a ball off himself. Jimenez was able to take batting practice Wednesday and could still be available as a pinch hitter for the second game of the twin bill.
Apr 15 2022Jimenez (ankle) is starting in left field and batting fifth Friday against the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez sat out Thursday's contest after fouling a pitch off his left ankle Wednesday, but he was available as a pinch hitter and is now back in the lineup. The 25-year-old is 4-for-17 with a home run, seven RBI and two runs scored through five games this season.
Apr 14 2022Jimenez (ankle) isn't starting Thursday's game against Seattle but is available as a pinch hitter, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez said prior to Thursday's matchup that his ankle feels "much better" after receiving treatment, so he'll be an option off the bench if needed. In spite of his bruised left ankle, the 25-year-old is optimistic that he'll be back in the starting lineup Friday against the Rays.
Apr 13 2022Manager Tony La Russa said Jimenez (ankle) won't be in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Mariners, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: La Russa added Jimenez could talk his way into the lineup Thursday morning, so there doesn't appear to be significant concern for the bruised ankle. The 25-year-old already had X-rays come back negative after fouling a pitch off himself, and he should be back on the field within a few days.
Apr 10 2022Jimenez went 1-for-4 with two RBI in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez put the White Sox on the board in the top of the first inning, singling to shallow center field with two outs to score Luis Robert and Jose Abreu. The slugger is still looking for his first extra-base hit of the season, but he's made both of his base knocks count by driving in three runs through two games. He'll be back in the lineup for Sunday's series finale, playing left field and batting cleanup, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com.
Sep 27 2021Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run, two runs and a walk in Monday's win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left fielder launched a homer off of reliever Ian Krol in the seventh inning, driving in Yasmani Grandal in the process. It was his 10th long ball of the season, but only his second of the month. Jimenez has secured at least one hit in 14 out of 17 games since Sept. 5, but has only driven in seven runs while batting .232 in those contests.
Sep 23 2021Jimenez isn't starting the second game of Thursday's doubleheader against Cleveland, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will rest after he went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a strikeout in Thursday's matinee. Adam Engel will start in left field and bat second.
Sep 19 2021Jimenez is out of the lineup Sunday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez has a .507 OPS through 13 games in September and will receive a day to reset Sunday. Gavin Sheets will shift to left field while Romy Gonzalez receives the start in right for Chicago in the series finale.
Sep 15 2021Jimenez started in left field and went 1-for-4 with a run scored in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez made his second consecutive start in left field after he missed time due to a knee injury and then served as the designated hitter upon his return. It looks like the knee is up to the rigors of playing the field.
Sep 11 2021Jimenez served as the designated hitter, went 1-for-4 and was picked off second base in Friday's 4-3 win over Boston. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez sat out the previous two games due to a knee injury suffered when the knee absorbed a foul ball off the bat of teammate Andrew Vaughn on Tuesday. It's unclear when the White Sox will feel comfortable having him play the field.
Sep 10 2021Jimenez is back in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Red Sox after missing the previous two contests with a bruised knee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The slugger sat the final two games in Oakland after being hit by a foul ball during Tuesday's win. Per James Fegan of The Athletic, he's still feeling some soreness, but the club doesn't think it's an issue that will worsen with him playing through it. Jimenez will DH and bat fourth against right-hander Tanner Houck.
Sep 9 2021Jimenez (knee) isn't starting Thursday's game against the Athletics, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will be out of the lineup for a second straight game after he took a foul ball off his knee while in the dugout Tuesday. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available off the bench, but Billy Hamilton will start in left field and bat seventh. The White Sox are hopeful the 24-year-old will be able to return to the lineup Friday against the Red Sox, according to Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com.
Sep 8 2021Jimenez (knee) is out of the lineup Wednesday against the A's. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: X-rays confirmed Jimenez suffered a bruised right knee during Tuesday's win over Oakland, and it's not a major surprise the White Sox will give him at least one game out of the lineup. According to James Fegan of The Athletic, manager Tony La Russa said the 24-year-old is dealing with a significant bone bruise, and the skipper would be "pleasantly surprised" if Jimenez is able to play Thursday. Andrew Vaughn will take over in left field while Gavin Sheets serves as the designated hitter.
Sep 7 2021Jimenez had X-rays on his right knee come back negative after exiting Tuesday's game at Oakland, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was diagnosed with a knee contusion after being struck by a foul ball early in the contest, and X-rays appear to have confirmed that initial diagnosis. He went 1-for-3 with a run scored prior to his exit, and he should be considered day-to-day heading into the second game of the series Wednesday.
Aug 30 2021Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a three-run homer in Sunday's 13-1 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez took Kyle Hendricks deep to right field in the fifth to extend the White Sox's lead to 8-1. He had one of five home runs for the South Siders in Sunday's blowout win. Jimenez found lots of success against the Cubs this year, slashing .364/.440/.909 with three homers, 10 RBI, seven runs scored and 3:2 BB:K over six games. Overall, the 24-year-old is hitting .278/.317/.539 with eight long balls, 30 RBI, 15 runs scored and 6:26 BB:K over 123 plate appearances.
Aug 20 2021Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a double and an RBI in Thursday's 5-4 loss to Oakland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez immediately extended a hit streak to eight games with a run-producing double in the first inning. The slugger has hit safely in 13 of the last 14 contests, going 21-for-54 (.389) with five home runs, six doubles, 19 RBI and nine runs scored.
Aug 12 2021Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer in Thursday's win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez crushed an Andrew Heaney offering in the sixth inning to give the White Sox a 5-3 lead. It was the fifth homer in the last five games for Jimenez, who is really getting locked in after returning in late July from his pectoral injury. The 24-year-old is 13-for-30 (.433) with nine extra-base hits over his last eight games.
Aug 10 2021Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a walk, two home runs and five RBI in Monday's 11-1 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez posted a near-identical line to his previous game when he slugged a pair of homers and drove in five in Sunday's win over the Cubs. He became the fastest White Sox hitter to reach 50 homers (187 games). The 24-year-old outfielder, who didn't make his season debut until late July due to a pectoral injury and then injured his groin immediately upon his return, needed several at-bats to get his timing down against MLB pitching. Jimenez is now riding a five-game hit streak, during which he's gone 9-for-18 with four home runs and four doubles. With the timing of his swing locked down, Jimenez should be the dangerous power threat he showed in 2019, when he launched 31 bombs in 122 games.
Aug 8 2021Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a double, solo home run, two-run home run and two additional RBI in Sunday's 9-3 win against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez tagged Cubs' starter Zach Davies for a two-run home run in the first and two-run double in the second and tacked on a solo shot off reliever Michael Rucker in the fifth. This was the powerful 24-year-old's fourth straight game with a double and his second and third homers of the season in only his ninth game. Given the small sample, Jimenez's slugging jumped from .414 to .667 with the three extra-base hit performance.
Aug 7 2021Jimenez started in left field and went 1-for-3 in Friday's 8-6 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox brought Jimenez gently back from a groin injury that forced him to miss four games. Friday's contest, his fourth appearance since the injury, was the first time in the field.
Aug 6 2021Jimenez started at designated hitter and went 1-for-3 with a walk, a double and an RBI in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez, who hasn't played the field since returning from a groin injury that cost him four games, swatted his first hit since returning when he plated the White Sox's second run with an eighth-inning double. The hit snapped an 0-for-13 skid, which includes plate appearances before the injury. Andrew Vaughn and Leury Garcia have started in left field while Jimenez has served as the DH.
Aug 5 2021Jimenez went 0-for-4 with three strikeouts in Wednesday's 9-1 loss to Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez, who returned to the lineup Tuesday after missing four games with a groin injury, has served as the designated hitter in both games since returning. He's hitless with four strikeouts in eight at-bats in the two games.
Aug 3 2021Jimenez (groin) is batting cleanup as the designated hitter in Tuesday's game against the Royals, Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The young slugger will be playing in just his fourth game of the season, and hopes to avoid aggravating the groin injury that has sidelined him since July 28. In his brief action last week, Jimenez went 2-for-11 with a home run and three RBI.
Aug 1 2021Jimenez (groin) remains out of the lineup for Sunday's game against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's sore right groin will keep him on the bench for the fourth game in a row, but the 24-year-old appears optimistic that he'll avoid a trip back to the injured list. According to Scott Merkin of MLB.com, Jimenez gave the media a thumbs up when asked about he felt following a pregame workout Sunday, a sign that he could be ready to go when the White Sox begin a three-game series against Kansas City on Tuesday. Since returning from an extended stay on the IL following spring pectoral surgery, Jimenez went 2-for-11 in his first three games with Chicago before picking up the groin injury.
Jul 31 2021Jimenez (groin) isn't starting Saturday's game against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez experienced right groin tightness in Wednesday's loss to the Royals and was removed as a precautionary measure. The injury will force him out of the lineup for a third straight game Saturday, as Gavin Sheets will serve as the designated hitter while Adam Engel enters the starting nine in center field.
Jul 30 2021Jimenez (groin) isn't starting Friday's game against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will be out of the lineup for a second straight contest as he continues to manage right groin tightness. Gavin Sheets will serve as the designated hitter while Brian Goodwin starts in right field. Jimenez won't be available off the bench Friday, but manager Tony La Russa said the 24-year-old is doing better and receiving treatment, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.
Jul 29 2021Jimenez (groin) isn't starting Thursday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was removed from Wednesday's game as a precautionary measure due to right groin tightness. Yoan Moncada will serve as the designated hitter while Leury Garcia starts at third base.
Jul 28 2021Jimenez exited Wednesday's game with right groin tightness, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team called the removal precautionary. Given that Jimenez made his season-debut Monday after recovering from a serious shoulder injury, it makes sense that the team is proceeding with caution. Gavin Sheets entered the game to replace Jimenez.
Jul 27 2021Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a three-run home run Tuesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was participating in his second game of the season after being activated from the injured list Monday. He tallied his first hit of the campaign with a leadoff single in the second inning. However, the highlight came in the eighth inning, when he blasted a game-winning home run. The White Sox have shown little hesitation immediately getting Jimenez back into the mix, as he started in left field Tuesday and has slotted into the cleanup role in both of his contests.
Jul 26 2021Jimenez (pectoral) was activated from the 60-day injured list as expected Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez could well wind up being the biggest addition any team makes at the deadline, as he hasn't played all season since rupturing his left pectoral tendon in late March while trying to rob a home run in spring training. He's one of the better sluggers in the league when healthy, as he's hit 45 homers in 177 games since his debut back in 2019, pairing that with a .276/.321/.527 slash line. He was originally expected to be out until late August or early September, but his .289/.327/.467 line in 12 rehab games suggests he's healthy. Jake Burger was optioned in a corresponding move.
Jul 25 2021Manager Tony La Russa said Jimenez (pectoral) will join the White Sox in Kansas City on Monday and is expected to be activated from the 60-day injured list prior to the team's series opener versus the Royals, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: La Russa noted that he hasn't decided if Jimenez will play regularly at designated hitter or in left field (or shuttle between the two), but regardless, getting his bat in the lineup for the first time all season is a major boon for the White Sox. After undergoing surgery in late March to repair a ruptured left pectoral tendon, Jimenez was initially projected to be sidelined until late August or early September, but he'll end up returning far sooner than expected after making rapid progress in his recovery program. Jimenez received the green light to make his 2021 debut for the big club after slashing .289/.327/.467 with two home runs and a pair of doubles over his two-week rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte.
Jul 24 2021The White Sox do not have a set date for Jimenez's return from a pectoral injury, Andrew Wagner of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is currently with Triple-A Charlotte and played the 11th game of his rehab assignment Friday. White Sox manager Tony La Russa is anxious to have him back, but he cautions against bringing him before he's ready. "It starts with physically being ready to play, and play a lot," La Russa said Friday. "But you don't want him to come back up here unless he's got some timing at the plate because he's going to want to -- and he's going to be expected to -- produce right away." Jimenez looks fully recovered and is playing left field, but there's no indication of a timeline for his return. The outfielder is hitting .293/.333/.488 with two home runs over 41 rehab at-bats.
Jul 15 2021Jimenez (pectoral) has gone 1-for-6 with a walk in two rehab games for Triple-A Charlotte this week. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez kicked off his rehab assignment with two games for High-A Winston-Salem over the weekend before moving up the ladder to Triple-A. The 24-year-old appeared as a designated hitter during the first rehab game, then moved to left field for the next three contests, including nine innings Wednesday. The outfielder has not played yet this season after suffering a torn pectoral muscle during spring training. At the time of surgery in April, he was given a four-to-five month prognosis, and it looks like Jimenez will be returning just shy of that estimate.
Jul 12 2021Jimenez (pectoral) has gone 3-for-7 with a home run, a walk, two runs and two RBI through the first two games of his rehab assignment at High-A Winston-Salem. He will continue his rehab at Triple-A Charlotte beginning Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After serving as a designated hitter for the affiliate Saturday in his 2021 debut, Jimenez manned left field for seven innings Sunday before heading to the bench. The 24-year-old looks to be progressing well in his recovery from the left pectoral surgery he underwent in March, a procedure that was initially expected to keep him on the shelf for 4-to-5 months. Jimenez looks like he'll have a chance to return before the short end of that timeline, provided he can make it through his rehab assignment free of any setbacks. The White Sox would have the luxury of deploying Jimenez as a DH if they aren't fully confident he's immediately ready to handle an everyday role in left field.
Jul 10 2021Jimenez (pectoral) had his rehab outing at High-A Winston-Salem on Friday postponed due to rain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will get another opportunity to take at-bats Saturday, when the Dash compete in a doubleheader with Hickory. It's possible Jimenez is back in Chicago by the end of July.
Jul 8 2021Jimenez (pectoral) will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Winston-Salem on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez underwent surgery in late March on a ruptured left pectoral tendon and was expected to miss four-to-five months. The best-case return date was thought to be late-July/early-August, so it sounds like this will be a best-case scenario if he avoids setbacks. It's unclear how long the rehab assignment will be, but as a position player, it may only take Jimenez a couple weeks to get up to speed.
Jun 14 2021Jimenez (pectoral) was cleared to begin participating in baseball activities at the White Sox's spring training complex. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The young slugger has been sidelined all season after rupturing his left pectoral tendon in late March and subsequently undergoing surgery, and resuming baseball activities is the first major step toward his return to the diamond. Jimenez is expected to ramp up his rehab work over the next month at the spring training complex before potentially starting a rehab assignment, which could allow him to rejoin the White Six sometime in August if he can avoid any setbacks.
Mar 30 2021Jimenez underwent surgery on his ruptured left pectoral tendon Tuesday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez suffered the injury while trying to rob a home run in a Cactus League contest. General manager Rick Hahn confirmed that his timeline to return remains at five-to-six months, contradicting reports from Monday that indicated Jimenez could be back in as little as four months. That timeline means Jimenez won't be back in game action until late August at the earliest. The White Sox expect to be able to update Jimenez's timeline in three months.
Mar 29 2021Doctors confirmed Monday that Jimenez suffered a pectoral tear, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will undergo surgery Tuesday to repair the damage following this confirmation. There is some good news for the White Sox, in that the recovery period is expected to last around four-to-five months, which is slightly better than the initial five-to-six month timeframe.
Mar 25 2021Jimenez will miss five to six months after being diagnosed with a ruptured left pectoral tendon, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez suffered the injury while attempting to rob a home run Wednesday. He'll undergo surgery and miss the majority of the season. The expected recovery timeline places his return date sometime between late August and late September. Leury Garcia and Adam Engel (hamstring) are the primary candidates to start in left field in his absence, though the White Sox could also look to bring in a free agent like Yoenis Cespedes, Yasiel Puig or Josh Reddick. The team is also considering trying Andrew Vaughn in left field, though he's been purely a first baseman in the minors.
Mar 24 2021The White Sox announced that Jimenez was removed from Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Athletics due to left shoulder discomfort. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The initial diagnosis doesn't provide much clarity regarding the extent of Jimenez's injury, but the White Sox should have a better idea about his condition when he's re-evaluated Thursday. The 24-year-old slugger sustained the shoulder injury while attempting to rob a home-run ball at the left-field fence.
Mar 23 2021Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a double, a home run and three RBI in Monday's spring game against San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The home run was Jimenez's second of the Cactus League. The young slugger has found his swing over the last week, going 7-for-17 with three extra-base hits and nine RBI over the last four games.
Mar 12 2021Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a triple and a solo home run in Thursday's spring game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The two extra-base hits were Jimenez's first of the Cactus League. Chicago's starting left fielder is 5-for-19 with three runs scored through seven spring games. Jimenez has established himself has one of the game's best sluggers and could put up monster counting numbers in 2021, the first year he'll have a chance to play a full 162-game schedule at the MLB level.
Feb 17 2021Jimenez is still viewed as the everyday left fielder heading into spring training, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez played 54 games in the outfield during the 2020 campaign, but he's had some defensive issues to begin his major-league career. General manager Rick Hahn said Wednesday that Jimenez could still start some games as the designated hitter, but the 24-year-old is viewed as the team's everyday left fielder heading into 2021.
Oct 1 2020Jimenez left Thursday's game against the Athletics with right foot discomfort. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was removed from the game after blasting a double in the third inning, and it appears as though he reaggravated his foot injury that forced him to miss the first two games of the AL Wild Card Series. Should the White Sox win Thursday's decisive Game 3, it's unclear whether Jimenez would be available for the AL Division Series. Leury Garcia and Adam Engel could take over in left field if Jimenez misses additional time.
Sep 30 2020Jimenez (foot) remains sidelined for Game 2 of the AL Wild Card Series against Oakland on Wednesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez remains out while dealing with the mild right foot sprain that cost him the final three games of the regular season. He didn't appear off the bench in Game 1 despite reportedly being available, but he wasn't needed as the White Sox won 4-1. Leury Garcia remains the starter in left field in his absence.
Sep 29 2020Jimenez (foot) has made the White Sox's wild-card roster but will not be in the lineup for Game 1 against the A's on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is still working his way back from the mild right foot sprain that cost him the final three games of the regular season. He's seemingly quite close to a return but still felt discomfort Tuesday morning and won't be asked to start. He's expected to be available off the bench.
Sep 28 2020Jimenez (foot) worked out on the field Monday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez missed the final three games of the season with a mild right foot sprain. His status for the start of the postseason, which begins for the White Sox on Tuesday against the Athletics, remains up in the air, though he reportedly looked good during Monday's workout.
Sep 27 2020Jimenez (foot) is not in the lineup Sunday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Rick Renteria said Jimenez was unlikely to play this weekend after suffering the mild right foot sprain Thursday, and he's been held out of the lineup all three games, as expected. Assuming he won't appear off the bench, the 23-year-old finishes 2020 with a .296/.332/.559 slash line, 14 homers, 26 runs and 41 RBI in 55 games. According to Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald, Renteria indicated Jimenez looks "much better" Sunday and is cautiously optimistic he'll be ready for the start of the playoffs Tuesday.
Sep 26 2020Jimenez (foot) will remain on the bench as expected Saturday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez remains day-to-day with a mild sprain of his right foot. He's unlikely to play again before the regular season ends Sunday, but his participation in the playoffs may not be threatened. Adam Engel will continue to be the left fielder in his absence.
Sep 25 2020Jimenez is considered day-to-day with a mild right foot sprain, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez left Thursday's game with the injury, which was originally called right foot soreness. Adam Engel starts in left field Friday. The White Sox have clinched a playoff berth but are still fighting with the Twins for the AL Central title, and they don't want to rush Jimenez back before he's ready simply for seeding purposes. As a result, he isn't expected to play at any point this weekend, per Scott Merkin of MLB.com.
Sep 24 2020Jimenez left Thursday's game against the Indians with right foot soreness and will be further evaluated Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez appeared to be dealing with some sort of discomfort in his lower-body before exiting in the seventh, and it's been confirmed that he was experiencing soreness in his foot. The full extent of the issue should be revealed Friday, but for the time being, the outfielder can be considered day-to-day.
Sep 22 2020Jimenez came up hobbling after beating out an infield single during Monday's 7-4 loss to Cleveland, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ramirez stayed in the game after some mild discomfort. "He said he felt like he pinched his knee a little bit," manager Rick Renteria said. "He said he was 100 percent fine. Sometimes you can step on the bag and just irritate it a little." The slugging outfielder finished with three hits in four at-bats, including his 14th home run.
Sep 13 2020Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a homer and two RBI in Sunday's 5-2 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez launched his 13th home run of the season in the fourth inning to give the White Sox a 2-1 lead. He later drove in another run with a groundout in the fifth. The second-year outfielder is slashing .301/.337/.590 in 184 plate appearances.
Sep 12 2020Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a double, a walk, one run scored and one RBI on Saturday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez tallied three of Chicago's 19 hits in an offensive barrage Saturday. He doubled in a run in the opening inning and came around to score after reaching base on a single two frames later. Jimenez is now riding a modest five-game hitting streak, during which he's hit four doubles and one home run. Overall, Jimenez is hitting .296/.333/.574 with 12 home runs, 23 runs scored and 34 RBI across 180 plate appearances.
Sep 4 2020Jimenez went 3-for-5 with an RBI double and a run scored in Friday's 7-4 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez got aboard with a single in the second inning and eventually scored on a Nick Madrigal single. In the seventh, Jimenez added insurance with a double to plate Luis Robert. Jimenez has racked up 11 homers, 29 RBI, 20 runs scored and a .292/.327/.569 slash line through 37 games this season.
Aug 29 2020Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a walk, a two-run homer and a second run scored in Friday's 6-5 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez unloaded on a Danny Duffy offering, sending it 452 feet over the wall in the fifth inning for his 11th homer. The outfielder extended his hitting streak to eight games and has four homers in the last seven.
Aug 26 2020Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a three-run homer, an additional run scored and a walk during Wednesday's 10-3 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old twisted his ankle while celebrating Lucas Giolito's no-hitter Tuesday, but he returned to action with no issues Wednesday. Jimenez now has a seven-game hit streak in which he is 13-for-28 with three home runs, three doubles, six runs and seven RBI.
Aug 25 2020Jimenez twisted his ankle while celebrating after Lucas Giolito completed his no hitter Tuesday against the Pirates, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was able to walk off the field and didn't appear to suffer a serious injury, but he could receive Wednesday off since the team has a scheduled off day to follow Thursday. The 23-year-old went 2-for-4 with a double and one RBI during Tuesday's victory.
Aug 22 2020Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and two runs scored in Friday's 10-1 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: By the time Jimenez joined in on Friday's fun with a seventh-inning homer, the game had already been decided. He's homered in two consecutive games and has nine for the season, tying him with several others at fourth in the majors. Over the last 11 games, Jimenez is slashing .395/.409/.814 with six homers and 12 RBI, a stat line reminiscent of his breakout month last September.
Aug 20 2020Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run, two singles, walk and two runs scored in Thursday's 9-0 win over the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left fielder took Joe Jimenez deep to extend the Chicago lead to 9-0 in the eighth inning. Jimenez has been on a nice run since Aug. 10, tallying 11 hits, including four home runs, in his last 35 at-bats. The slugger now sits at .275/.302/.560 on the campaign.
Aug 16 2020Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a home run, one run scored and two RBI on Sunday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez was the final batter in a series of four consecutive homers for the White Sox in the fifth inning. It was his seventh home run of the season and fourth in his past five contests. Jimenez now has a .267/.291/.573 line across 79 plate appearances to go along with 17 RBI and nine runs scored.
Aug 15 2020Jimenez went 2-for-6 with a home run during Saturday's doubleheader against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez saved his production for the second game, driving a two-run homer to right field off Genesis Cabrera. It was his sixth home run of the season and his third in his past four starts. Jimenez continues to flash plenty of power overall, collecting eight extra-base hits in 75 plate appearances this season, good for a .282 ISO.
Aug 11 2020Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a home run, four RBI and one run scored Tuesday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez got the White Sox's offense rolling in first inning, blasting a three-run home run. He followed up his fourth home run of the season with an RBI single in the sixth frame. Jimenez had reached base just once in his last 23 plate appearances, so he'll look to build on this productive performance. Overall, Jimenez has still been productive however, as he has 12 RBI and six runs scored through 16 contests.
Aug 5 2020Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 3-2 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His blast to near straightaway center field in the sixth inning off Brandon Woodruff got the White Sox on the board. Jimenez is off to a flying start to 2020, hitting .333 (11-for-33) through nine games with three homers and eight RBI.
Aug 1 2020Jimenez went 4-for-6 with a home run, a double and four RBI in Saturday's 11-5 win at Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old was 0-for-7 since returning from a two-game absence due to light-headedness, but he broke out in a big way Saturday. Jimenez is 8-for-21 with two home runs, two doubles and six RBI through six games this season.
Jul 29 2020Jimenez went 0-for-3 with an RBI in Wednesday's 4-0 win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez returned to action after missing two games due to lightheadedness. He delivered a run on a sacrifice fly in the White Sox's four-run ninth inning; it was his second RBI of the season.
Jul 28 2020Jimenez (head) remains in the league concussion protocol due to the initial symptoms he illustrated after hitting his head Sunday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The team announced Jimenez was removed with light-headedness after colliding with the outfield wall Sunday, but the league has more stringent protocols before clearing him of a concussion. The 23-year-old was apparently available for full activity Tuesday, but he was obviously withheld from the lineup for both games of the twin bill in Cleveland. Jimenez should continue to be considered day-to-day until he's officially cleared for game action.
Jul 27 2020Jimenez (head) is feeling better Monday and has not been diagnosed with a concussion, though he's still being monitored and won't start Monday's game against Cleveland, James Fegan of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez left Sunday's game with what the team called "light-headedness" after crashing into the outfield wall while attempting to make a catch. He was able to throw and hit off a tee Monday but will be on the bench for now, with Nicky Delmonico starting in his place in left field.
Jul 26 2020Jimenez was removed from Sunday's game against the Twins with light-headedness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 23-year-old crashed into the outfield wall during the first inning and remained in the game after being checked for a concussion, but he was removed shortly thereafter. Jimenez continues to be evaluated, so it may be a bit premature to say he avoided a concussion. He should be considered day-to-day until the team provides another update.
Mar 1 2020Jimenez went 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in Saturday's Cactus League game against Texas. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez launched his first spring homer, swatting the first pitch he saw over the right-center field fence in the second inning. The second-year slugger finished 2019 with a 1.090 OPS and nine homers during the month of September, suggesting greater things may lay ahead in 2020. In response to Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times, Jimenez said, "Why not?" when asked if 50 homers are a possibility in 2020.
Sep 29 2019Jimenez went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez cracked his 31st home run in the afternoon and followed up with a single in the nightcap, putting the finishing touches on what has been his best month of the season. Jimenez has hit safely in 19 of 23 games during September while posting a slash line of .344/.388/.719.
Sep 27 2019Jimenez (illness) is back in the lineup for the first game of Friday's doubleheader against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: An illness kept Jimenez out of action for the last two games, but he's good to go now, batting cleanup as the designated hitter. He owns an excellent .373/.407/.696 slash line over his last 24 games.
Sep 26 2019Jimenez (illness) is not in the lineup Thursday against the Indians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez will take a break for a second straight game as he continues to deal with an ear infection and sore throat. Ryan Cordell is starting in left field and hitting ninth in place of Jimenez on Thursday. According to Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald, Jimenez will be available in an emergency Thursday, though he's more likely to return Friday against the Tigers.
Sep 25 2019Jimenez is not in the lineup Wednesday due to an ear infection and sore throat, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is not with the White Sox for Wednesday's game, indicating he won't be available off the bench. Daniel Palka is starting in place of Jimenez, who is slashing .348/.389/.719 with eight home runs and 23 RBI through 21 games this month. Consider the 22-year-old day-to-day heading into Thursday's series finale.
Sep 23 2019Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a home run, double and two RBI in Sunday's 6-3 loss to the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez is wrapping up his rookie campaign with a flourish, as the 20-year-old is batting .388 with eight home runs and 25 RBI in his last 23 games. His long ball Sunday was his 30th of the season and places him behind only the Mets' Pete Alonso (50) for tops among all rookies.
Sep 21 2019Jimenez went 3-for-5 with a triple, a grand slam and a second run scored in Friday's 10-1 rout of the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The White Sox were already up 5-1 when Jimenez took Jordan Zimmermann deep in the fourth inning with the bases loaded, putting the game away. The rookie slugger is ending 2019 on a high note -- he's got an 11-game hitting streak going, slashing .426/.471/.851 with five homers and 17 RBI over that stretch, and Jimenez needs just one more long ball for 30 on the year.
Sep 17 2019Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez, who was named the American League Player of the Week for last week, has put on a power surge during the final month of the season, launching his fourth home run in the last seven games. Since Sept. 3, he's slugging .788 with extra-base hits in nine of the 13 games in which he's played. He needs two home runs over the final 12 games to reach 30.
Sep 16 2019Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a double, two runs and an RBI in Sunday's 11-10 loss to the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's late-season surge has shown no signs of ending yet, as he's now put together a seven-game hit streak during which he's collected three home runs and two doubles. So long as his health holds up, Jimenez should have a good chance at joining the Mets' Pete Alonso as the lone members of this year's rookie class in the 30-homer club.
Sep 13 2019Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, another run scored and a walk in Friday's 9-7 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jimenez's solo shot came in the ninth inning to produce the eventual final score after the Mariners came within a run in the eighth. Jimenez also scored on a Yoan Moncada triple in the third after getting aboard with a walk. The outfielder has gone 7-for-20 with five runs scored and 10 RBI in his last five games. For the year, he's hitting .254/.306/.487 with 27 homers, 68 RBI and 58 runs scored.
Sep 12 2019Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI in Wednesday's 8-6 loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starter Reynaldo Lopez put the White Sox in a 2-0 hole in the top of the first inning, Jimenez got it all back and then some with a three-run homer in the bottom of the inning. He later produced another run with a groundout. Jimenez has knocked in eight runs over the last two games.
Sep 1 2019Jimenez went 3-for-5 with an RBI in Saturday's 11-5 loss to the Braves.
Aug 28 2019Jimenez started in left field and went 1-for-4 in Tuesday's 3-1 loss to the Twins.
Aug 25 2019Jimenez returned to the lineup Saturday and went 1-for-4 in a 4-0 loss to the Rangers.
Aug 24 2019Jiminez returns to the lineup Saturday against the Rangers after having missed the past two games with hip soreness.
Aug 23 2019Jimenez (hip) could be available to pinch hit Friday if needed, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.
Aug 22 2019Jimenez was a late scratch from Thursday's lineup against the Rangers with hip soreness, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.
Aug 18 2019Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a homer, a triple and two RBI in Sunday's 9-2 loss to the Angels.
Aug 17 2019Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 6-5 loss to the Angels.
Aug 14 2019Jimenez went 2-for-5 with a home run and three runs scored Wednesday against the Astros.
Aug 4 2019Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Sunday's win over the Phillies.
Jul 29 2019Jimenez went 0-for-3 in Sunday's loss to the Twins.
Jul 28 2019Jimenez (elbow) will serve as the White Sox's designated hitter and will bat fifth Sunday against the Twins.
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Jul 27 2019Jimenez (elbow) said he expects to return from the injured list in "a few days," James Fegan of The Athletic reports.
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Jul 14 2019Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Athletics.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 29 2019Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 10-3 loss to the Twins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019Jimenez went 1-for-2 with a walk and an RBI in Sunday's 7-4 loss to the Rangers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 18 2019Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a walk, home run, two RBI and one run scored Tuesday against the Cubs.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Jimenez went 3-for-5 with two home runs, three runs scored and six RBI in Friday's 10-2 win over the Yankees.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 12 2019Jimenez went 2-for-3 with a home run, a double, a walk, two RBI and three runs scored in Tuesday's 7-5 win over Washington.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 9 2019Jimenez went 2-for-5 with a solo homer, a double and two runs scored in Sunday's 5-2 win over Kansas City.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 8 2019Jimenez provided all the runs the White Sox would need in their 2-0 victory over the Royals on Saturday, going 1-for-3 with a two-run homer.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 8 2019Jimenez went 1-for-4 in a 6-4 loss to the Royals on Friday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 8 2019Jimenez went 1-for-4 in Friday's 6-4 loss to the Royals.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Jimenez went 3-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Thursday's 10-4 win over Cleveland.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 23 2019Jimenez went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Thursday's victory over the Astros.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 23 2019Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a pair of solo home runs and three runs scored in Wednesday's 9-4 win over the Astros.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Jimenez went 0-for-4 with a strikeout in Monday's 3-0 loss to Houston.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Jimenez (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day injured list<\/a> as expected Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019Jimenez (hamstring) did not play for Triple-A Charlotte on Sunday, Brian Sandalow of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 20 2019The White Sox are expected to activate Jimenez (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list ahead of Monday's series opener with the Astros, Brian Sandalow of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 18 2019Jimenez (ankle) went 2-for-5 with a solo home run for Triple-A Charlotte on Friday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 15 2019Jimenez (ankle) went 1-for-4 with a run scored for Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 13 2019Jimenez (ankle) will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Jimenez (hamstring) ran the bases for a second straight day Saturday, Madeline Kelley of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 12 2019Jimenez (hamstring) ran the bases for a second straight day Saturday, Madeline Kenney of the Chicago Sun-Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 10 2019Jimenez (ankle) ran the bases Friday and is expected to do so again either Saturday or Sunday before starting a rehab assignment, Madeline Kenney of the Chicago Sun Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 9 2019Jimenez (ankle) will join the White Sox in Toronto this weekend to continue his rehab program, James Fegan of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 7 2019Jimenez (ankle) resumed running Sunday, James Fegan of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 21 2018Jimenez went 3-for-5 with two home runs and a double Friday in Triple-A Charlotte's 6-5 win over Indianapolis.The 21-year-old slugger hasn't displayed any rust since returning from the 7-day disabled list July 15, as he's hit .357 with six extra-base hits over his first six games back in the lineup. Jimenez, the organization's top prospect, is slashing .319/.373/.594 since moving up to the international League earlier this summer and could be in store for a promotion to the big leagues before season's end.
Jun 25 2018Jimenez went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI for Triple-A Charlotte on Sunday.This was Jimenez's first homer since he was promoted to the Knights last week. He's gone 4-for-13 with three walks in four games since joining Charlotte. Before his promotion, Jimenez cracked 10 home runs over 53 games for Double-A Birmingham.
Jun 21 2018Jimenez was promoted to Triple-A Charlotte on Thursday, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.Jimenez has continued to excel at the Double-A level with Birmingham this season, slashing .317/.368/.556 with 10 home runs and 42 RBI through 53 games. Though he's only hit .256 since June 4, it was evident the 21-year-old was ready for the next step in his professional career. The White Sox could elect to bring him up to the majors sometime later this year, but the club will gain an extra year of control on the prospect if they elect to keep him at Triple-A until 2019.
Jun 12 2018Jimenez will need a stop at Triple-A Charlotte before joining the White Sox, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Jimenez has cooled off a bit at Double-A Birmingham, having gone 5-for-22 since June 3, but still leads the Southern League with a .576 slugging percentage. His bat appears to be MLB-ready, however, his defense lags behind his offense.
Jun 9 2018Jimenez (side) is playing left field and batting third for Double-A Birmingham on Saturday, the radio broadcaster for the Birmingham Barons, Curt Bloom, reports.Jimenez had missed the last two games due to a bruised side after being hit by a pitch, but the issue appeared to be minor, as he was able to return to action within a few days.
Jun 8 2018Jimenez has sat out the last two games for Double-A Birmingham after being drilled by a pitch on his side, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.It's unclear when Jimenez will return to the lineup, and he'll be listed as day-to-day until the severity of the injury is determined. Through 44 games this season, he's batting .324 with 10 homers and 40 RBI.
Jun 8 2018Jimenez has missed the last two games for Double-A Birmingham after being drilled by a pitch on his side, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.It's unclear when Jimenez will return to the lineup, and he'll be listed as day-to-day until the severity of the injury is determined. Through 44 games this season, he's batting .324 with 10 homers and 40 RBI.
Jun 5 2018Jimenez was named the Southern League Player of the Month for May, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Jimenez led the circuit in OPS (1.082), hits (40), extra-base hits (18) and slugging (.664) for Double-A Birmingham in May. He was also tied for third in homer runs (six) and second in RBI (25). The White Sox's top prospect is currently riding a 13-game hitting streak and owns the league's longest streak of the season, 15, from April 16 to May 11. The 21-year-old, who's expected to reach Chicago at some point this season, is confident he can hit in the majors now, but with only 60 games of experience at Double-A, the White Sox may take the conventional approach and give him exposure to Triple-A before landing in the Windy City.
May 7 2018Jimenez has six straight multi-hit games for Double-A Birmingham.Through 16 games, Jimenez is hitting .303/.324/.591. He's also cut his strikeout rate to 16.9 percent. Continued dominance at the Double-A level could see the young outfielder promoted to Triple-A soon. Even if he appears major-league ready at that point, though, the White Sox could elect to leave him in the minors until late April next season in order to gain an extra year of team control.
Apr 20 2018Jimenez (pectoral) went 0-for-3 with a walk, an RBI and a run scored Thursday for Double-A Birmingham.Jimenez, the White Sox's top-ranked prospect per RotoWire, had been dealing with a strained left pectoral muscle. He'd been at extended spring training until getting his regular season started Thursday with the Barons. He's expected to reach Triple-A Charlotte at some point with a promotion to the big leagues much later this season a real possibility.
Apr 18 2018Jimenez (pectoral) will report to Double-A Birmingham on Thursday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Jimenez has been participating in extended spring training contests for the past week after suffering a mild strain of his left pectoral muscle in late March. The outfielder should be able to immediately enter the Barons starting lineup upon his arrival.
Apr 10 2018Jimenez (pectoral) went 0-for-4 in an extended spring training game against the Reds on Monday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Jimenez continues to progress on schedule as he works his way back from a strained left pectoral muscle. The 21-year-old will continue to get at-bats in extended spring training games until he's able to play without restriction, at which point he'll report to Double-A Birmingham. He's scheduled to play five innings Tuesday. Barring any setbacks, Jimenez doesn't appear to be far from returning.
Apr 5 2018Jimenez (pectoral) has resumed hitting off a tee, James Fegan of The Athletic reports.Jimenez suffered a mild strain of his left pectoral muscle in late March while lifting weights, but he should be able to participate in extended spring training games by the next week, according to Scott Merkin of MLB.com. The 21-year-old will report to Double-A Birmingham once he's fully operational.
Mar 31 2018Jimenez suffered a mild strain of his left pectoral muscle, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. Jimenez will be held out of baseball activities for approximately a week and work in extended spring training before rejoining Double-A Birmingham.One of baseball's top prospects will be brought along slowly before starting the minor-league season with the Barons. Jimenez, 21, unleashed a .353/.397/.559 line across 73 plate appearances with Birmingham in 2017 and could reach the majors for more than a September cup of coffee this season if he keeps crushing it on the farm.
Mar 14 2018Jimenez was optioned to Double-A Birmingham on Wednesday.This was an expected move as Jimenez will open up the 2018 season back at the Double-A level. Over four appearances in the Cactus League this spring, he's gone 4-for-7 with two home runs, one triple and three RBI. Unfortunately, Jimenez battled a knee injury over the first few weeks of camp, but he's at full health heading into the regular season.
Mar 12 2018Jimenez had a home run and a triple in his first spring Sunday.After being slowed by a knee injury over the first few weeks of spring, Jimenez made a big splash over the weekend. He homered as a pinch hitter Saturday, then followed up with two extra-base hits and walk Sunday. While it looks like Jimenez is ready for the majors, the highly regarded prospect is expected to open the season at Double-A Birmingham.
Mar 11 2018Jimenez (knee) entered Saturday's game as a pinch-hitter and hit an opposite-field, two-run home run.Jimenez has been slowed by a knee injury this spring, but had been improving over the week. The White Sox announced that he was slated to start Sunday, but he'd been badgering manager Rick Renteria to play, so the manager relented and allowed him pinch-hit a day earlier.
Mar 8 2018Jimenez (knee) was a full participant in all activities Thursday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.With a seemingly clean bill of health, the top prospect hopes to return to game action Saturday. Manager Rick Renteria still considers his return date TBD, but it seems like Jimenez is coming around well nonetheless. He should be 100 percent for the start of the regular season barring any setbacks.
Mar 7 2018Jimenez (knee) took batting practice and ran the bases Wednesday, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.Jimenez has been sidelined since Feb. 26 with a bout of knee tendinitis. He's hoping to get on the field this week, but the White Sox aren't about to rush their top prospect.
Mar 3 2018Jimenez (knee) said he hopes to be back on the field next week, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Jimenez is dealing with tendinitis in his left knee, but the 21-year-old said he's feeling better and remains unconcerned about the issue. "I don't think it's something serious," Jimenez said. "My concern is I want to be playing now." The White Sox will likely continue to play it safe with the highly-regarded prospect, but barring any setbacks, it sounds like he should be back in Cactus League action sooner rather than later.
Mar 2 2018Jimenez is being treated for tendinitis in his left knee and will be sidelined for a few days, Richard Justice of MLB.com reports.Manager Rick Renteria is still hopeful that Jimenez will get into MLB games this spring, but the corner outfielder will be denied an opportunity to really steal headlines in March in the manner he would have been capable of prior to this injury. Considering Jimenez would not have been up in the big leagues until this summer at the earliest, and possibly not until 2019, the injury has little impact on his fantasy value.
Feb 28 2018Jimenez (knee) is expected to compete in a full capacity Thursday after spending Wednesday doing hitting drills, Daryl Van Schouwen of The Chicago Sun-Times reports.Jimenez has been dealing with a little left knee soreness that cropped up earlier this week, but he's been able to complete field work and continue hitting over the past couple days. It doesn't appear as though the club is too concerned with this ailment and it's expected that he will be able to play in Cactus League games in the near future.
Feb 27 2018Jimenez (knee) completed some field work without issue Tuesday, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.The top prospect seems to be progressing nicely from the knee soreness that emerged Monday, as he's hit and fielded since reports of an injury emerged. Jimenez is expected to get Wednesday off in an effort to proceed cautiously with his rehab program, but it doesn't seem like this is too serious of an issue at this point. It's worth monitoring over the course of spring training, though.
Feb 27 2018Jimenez (knee) completed some fieldwork without issue Tuesday, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.The top prospect seems to be progressing nicely from the knee soreness that emerged Monday, as he's hit and fielded since reports of an injury emerged. Jimenez is expected to get Wednesday off in an effort to proceed cautiously with his rehab program, but it doesn't seem like this is too serious of an issue at this point. It's worth monitoring over the course of spring training, though.
Feb 26 2018Jimenez is dealing with minor left knee soreness, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.The injury doesn't appear to be serious, but the White Sox are being cautious with their highly-touted oufield prospect. He hit Monday and could be back in game action soon. It's unlikely to have any impact on his ability to make the big-league roster, which he was very unlikely to do anyway, given that he's only played 18 games at the Double-A level.
Nov 5 2017Jimenez injured his leg during Wednesday's game in the Dominican Winter League, Phil Rogers of MLB.com reports.Jimenez apparently tweaked his leg while running the bases in Wednesday's game with Gigantes del Cibao of the Dominican Winter League. The injury isn't considered serious and the top prospect shouldn't be sidelined for too long. Jimenez is off to a strong start this winter, hitting .367 with three home runs and a 1.090 OPS in 49 at-bats.
Aug 15 2017Jimenez was promoted from High-A Winston-Salem to Double-A Birmingham, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Aside from a brief absence due to a bruised foot, Jimenez has only enhanced his standing in the eyes of prospect hounds since getting shipped from the Cubs to the White Sox in a July 13 blockbuster deal. The 20-year-old slashed a scintillating .345/.410/.682 across 122 plate appearances with Winston-Salem, collecting 27 extra-base hits while maintaining respectable walk (9.8 percent) and strikeout (17.2 percent) rates. If Jimenez is able to demonstrate similar power production and plate discipline upon moving up a rung on the minor-league ladder, he'll have a legitimate case for opening the 2018 campaign as the top overall prospect in the sport.
Aug 6 2017Jimenez might be in line for a promotion to Double-A Birmingham, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Jimenez appears to be ready for the next challenge after he shared the organization's Player of the Month award for July when hit .356 with four home runs, seven doubles and 14 RBI in 17 games with High-A Winston-Salem. General manager Rick Hahn is considering the promotion but is also having internal debate between letting Jimenez finish a successful year at the High-A level he's been at all season, or giving him a taste of where he'll likely start next year. Whatever happens, Jimenez is one of the top prospects in all of baseball and is expected to be a core player for the White Sox in two or three years.
Jul 24 2017Jimenez (foot) fell a triple shy of the cycle Sunday with High-A Winston-Salem, finishing the day 5-for-6 with two RBI and two runs scored.Jimenez left Friday's contest prematurely after fouling a ball off his foot, but it doesn't appear to be having any lingering effects on the top prospect. He's now slashing .452/.514/.806 in nine games with his new organization as he continues to raise his already high prospect stock.
Jul 18 2017Jimenez has gone 4-for-10 with a double, five RBI, four walks and two strikeouts at High-A Winston Salem over his first three games since being acquired by the White Sox.The White Sox have a loaded farm system after parting with several veterans since last winter. The latest prize is Jimenez, widely regarded as a top prospect regardless of whose doing the evaluation. He's at least two years away from being an outfield regular in the major leagues.
Jul 13 2017Jimenez was traded to the White Sox on Thursday.One of the top prospects in all of baseball, Jimenez will make the trek from the North side to the South side of Chicago in a deal that sent Jose Quintana to the Cubs. The outfielder has hit .271/.351/.490 with High-A Myrtle Beach thus far in 2017, adding eight home runs and 32 RBI during his 42 games with the club. Jimenez will be a central piece of the future for the White Sox, and should be making the transition to Double-A in the near future since he has already demonstrated the ability to dominate at the High-A level. Along with Jimenez, the White Sox gained the services of top right-handed pitching prospect Dylan Cease, as well as infielders Matt Rose and Bryant Flete.
Jul 6 2017Jimenez, 20, is hitting .279/.358/.510 with eight home runs and a 32:17 K:BB in 147 at-bats for High-A Myrtle Beach.Jimenez's plus-plus raw power and potentially plus hit tool are well known in prospect circles, but what's most impressive about his current campaign is the improved approach. After walking 5.4 percent of the time at Low-A, he is now walking 10.4 percent of the time at High-A, while cutting his strikeout rate from 20.3 percent to 19 percent. Jimenez is an elite hitting prospect, and could see a promotion to Double-A shortly after his appearance in this year's Futures Game.
May 26 2017Jimenez (hamstring) went 2-for-5 with five RBI Thursday for High-A Myrtle Beach after missing the last three games with the injury.Jimenez launched a grand slam in the first inning to account for most of his damage. The Cubs' top prospect has dealt with shoulder and hamstring issues this season, but he's been electric when active (.344/.432/.625).
May 16 2017Jimenez went 2-for-4 with his first home run of the season in Monday's game with High-A Myrtle Beach.The Cubs' top prospect was just activated over the weekend after missing 35 games due to a shoulder injury, so it's nice to see him display some power right away. The 20-year-old is likely a few years away from the majors, but he's one of the top prospects in all of baseball.
May 13 2017Jimenez (shoulder) was assigned to High-A Myrtle Beach and is starting at DH and hitting cleanup Saturday.The Cubs' top prospect missed the first 35 games of the season with a bone bruise in his right shoulder, but will make his Carolina League debut versus Lynchburg this weekend. Jimenez has huge long-term upside in the batting average and power categories, profiling as a prototypical middle-of-the-order corner outfielder.