White Sox slot Munetaka Murakami back into lineup Friday

Murakami returns from the injured list tonight.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 101 min read

The White Sox are getting a big piece back in the mix with Munetaka Murakami set to return to the lineup tonight! @Ple Via @MLBNetwork on X

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.

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