Murakami Near Return, Hits in Rehab | Chicago White Sox News

Chicago White Sox Today | 2 Minute News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Munetaka Murakami is making strong strides in his hamstring recovery, playing his second rehab game for Triple-A Charlotte and showing solid form with a double, a walk, and a run scored. Though tired from back-to-back games, he’s upbeat and focused on the long-term goal: returning to the White Sox lineup as early as Friday. His presence is sorely missed, with teammates praising his leadership and offensive impact. A haircut and a post-game meal for his rehab squad round out his comeback prep — and yes, he’s already thinking about the roster shuffle with rookie Jacob Gonzalez stepping in at…