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White Sox Activate Everson Pereira From Seven-Day Concussion List

The roster move restores an outfield option by optioning rookie Junior Pérez to Triple‑A, reflecting the team's focus on concussion care plus managing playing time.

Apr 24, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Everson Pereira (28) at bat against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The White Sox reinstated Everson Pereira from the seven-day concussion injured list before Monday's game, making him available to play after a June 17 head collision at Yankee Stadium.
  • Pereira missed more than five weeks with concussion symptoms and earlier this season spent time on the injured list for a right pectoral strain and a left ankle sprain.
  • The club optioned rookie outfielder Junior Pérez to Triple‑A Charlotte in the corresponding roster move to open a spot on the 26-man roster.
  • Pereira has hit .232 with three home runs and seven RBIs in 21 games for Chicago this season while Pérez has hit .171 with three homers and six RBIs in 22 big-league games.
  • The move balances short-term lineup needs and player development by returning a veteran outfielder cleared under MLB's concussion protocol and giving Pérez regular at-bats in Triple‑A to regain form.