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White Sox Shut Down Wikelman González and Mike Tauchman After Injuries

Chicago turns to Derek Hill alongside Jonathan Cannon for immediate coverage.

Overview

  • Chicago placed González on the 15-day injured list and Tauchman on the 10-day list, with both moves retroactive to Sunday.
  • The team said González has a right elbow impingement and Tauchman a right knee meniscus tear, ending their seasons.
  • Outfielder Derek Hill was claimed off waivers from Miami and right-hander Jonathan Cannon was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte.
  • Manager Will Venable downplayed long-term concern for González, saying the club is protecting him, and noted Tauchman had been grinding through physical ailments.
  • González, 23, logged a 2.66 ERA with 25 strikeouts in 20 1/3 innings since his June debut, while Tauchman hit .263 with nine homers and 40 RBIs in 93 games.