White Sox Prospect Kyle Teel Homers Off MLB’s Top Pitching Prospect Roki Sasaki
Kyle Teel, ranked No. 32 in MLB's prospect list, hit a towering home run off Roki Sasaki during a spring training simulated game.
- Kyle Teel, a 23-year-old catcher and the White Sox's No. 2 prospect, connected for a home run on Roki Sasaki's second pitch in a simulated spring training game.
- Roki Sasaki, MLB Pipeline's No. 1 overall prospect, made his first appearance against opposing MLB hitters since joining the Dodgers from Japan this offseason.
- Teel’s home run drew significant attention from Japanese media and boosted his profile, highlighting his potential as a key player in the White Sox's rebuilding efforts.
- Sasaki recovered after the home run, retiring six consecutive batters but also allowed two walks and a double, showcasing both his potential and areas for development.
- Teel, who joined the White Sox in a trade with Boston, emphasized his athleticism as a catcher and aims to contribute to the team’s offensive and defensive versatility.