Eloy Jiménez Fantasy

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (foot) returned to the clubs starting lineup for Game 3 against Oakland on Thursday, but after giving it a go for two at-bats -- including a double -- he was lifted due to persistent foot soreness. James McCann entered the lineup as the designated hitter in his place. Jimenez sustained the injury down the stretch of the regular season, and should the White Sox manage to advance to the ALDS, his status will be something to watch, as Adam Engel figures to continue seeing time in left field so long as Jimenez is on the shelf.

21 days ago

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (foot) will be absent from the lineup in Game 2 of the White Sox's wild-card series against the Oakland Athletics. Jimenez was hopeful that he would be in the lineup Wednesday, particularly after missing Game 1. It will be outfielder Leury Garcia taking his place again in left field and batting eighth. Garcia went 0-for-4 in Game 1 on Tuesday. Jimenez has a spot on the playoff roster, and manager Rick Renteria said they are hopeful that he will be available off the bench on Wednesday.

22 days ago

Chicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez (foot) will be absent from the lineup in Game 1 of the White Sox's wild-card series. Jimenez did some work on Monday and was hopeful that he would be in the lineup Tuesday, but it will be outfielderLeury Garcia taking his spot and batting eighth. Garcia will make his return after being absent with a thumb injury since early August. Jimenez does have a spot on the playoff roster, and manager Rick Renteria said that Jimenez had a little discomfort, but they are hopeful that he will be available for a big at-bat on Tuesday.

23 days ago