Chicago's White Sox recall injured player Miguel Vargas from the 10-day disabled list
Chicago White Sox Reinstate Miguel Vargas and Call Up Yoendrys Gómez
The Chicago White Sox have made two significant roster moves, reinstateing infielder Miguel Vargas from the 10-day injured list and calling up right-hander Yoendrys Gómez from Triple-A Charlotte.
Vargas, who was acquired from the Dodgers in a three-team trade last July, was sidelined due to a left oblique strain. Prior to his injury, he had played 106-107 games with a batting average around .227-.229, hitting 13 home runs and driving in 44 RBIs. In his return game against Detroit, Vargas walked twice and scored a run while batting sixth and playing first base.
Gómez, a 25-year-old right-hander, was claimed off waivers from the Dodgers on May 10 and has been pitching for the Yankees and Dodgers this year before joining the White Sox. In the minor leagues with Charlotte, Gómez had a strong performance with a 4-3 record and a 2.12 ERA over 14 games (11 starts). In the major leagues, Gómez has a combined record near 2-1 and a higher ERA between 5.56 and 6.62 in 12-13 games, mostly in relief. However, in his first start for the White Sox in his 19th major league appearance, Gómez pitched five innings, struck out seven, and allowed one run and one hit.
Here's a summary of key recovery and performance stats for both players:
| Player | Status as of August 2025 | Injury | MLB stats in 2025 (pre-injury for Vargas) | Recent performance | |-----------------|---------------------------|-------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------| | Miguel Vargas | Reinstated from 10-day IL | Left oblique strain | .227-.229 avg, 13 HRs, 44 RBIs in 106-107 games | Walked twice, scored run on return | | Yoendrys Gómez | Called up from Triple-A | No injury reported | 2-1 record, ~5.5-6.6 ERA in ~12-13 MLB games | 5 innings, 7 Ks, 1 run/1 hit in first start for Sox |
With Vargas's return and Gómez's addition, the White Sox have strengthened their infield and pitching depth. Meanwhile, outfielder Corey Julks was designated for assignment to make room for Gómez on the roster.
[1]: Chicago White Sox Press Release [2]: MLB.com article on Yoendrys Gómez [3]: ESPN article on Chicago White Sox roster moves
[1] The Chicago White Sox, following their press release, have bolstered their sports and arts scene in Toronto. With the return of infielder Miguel Vargas and the addition of right-hander Yoendrys Gómez, their baseball team is now poised to deliver an exciting season.
[2] Vargas, a recent acquisition from the Dodgers, had been sidelined due to a left oblique strain earlier in the season. In his recent outing, he demonstrated his resilience with a strong performance at the plate, contributing to the team's efforts in the MLB.
[3] Meanwhile, Gómez, who was claimed off waivers from the Dodgers, has shown promise in both minor and major leagues, with a notable performance in his first start for the White Sox. As the arts and culture in Toronto continue to flourish, the White Sox news will surely add to the city's vibrant atmosphere.
