What happened: Munetaka Murakami is back in the White Sox lineup Friday night, per Scott Merkin. Chicago activated him off the injured list ahead of the game.
Why it matters: The return of Murakami, who missed the previous 35 games, gives Chicago's lineup another everyday bat as the club works through the middle of the schedule.
By the numbers: Murakami missed the previous 35 games before Friday's activation.
What to watch: Murakami is in the lineup for Friday's game as the White Sox track his workload in the days ahead.