White Sox Minor League Update: April 29, 2026
Rikuu Nishida collected four hits, and Caleb Bonemer homered during a 3-1 day for the affiliates
Setting the table: Rikuu Nishida went 4-for-5 during Charlotte’s close victory. | Laura Wolff/Charlotte Knights Charlotte Knights 10, Gwinnett Stripers 9 A late rally by the Knights (14-15) allowed them to pull off an exciting victory over Gwinnett (18-11). Tanner McDougal, 23, started on the mound for the Knights, and he retired all three batters he faced.
McDougal now has a 3. 00 ERA in 24 innings this season, all in Triple-A. Opposing hitters are also batting only .
150 against him. However, we have an unfortunate update regarding one of the South Siders’ top prospects. McDougal, a right-handed pitcher, left this game after one inning of work due to right forearm tightness.
This is potentially a very tough development for McDougal, who has already undergone Tommy John surgery and was knocking on the door of a promotion to the majors. Especially considering McDougal’s history and career track, elbow discomfort is a major concern. Best wishes to McDougal, and we hope that the injury is not nearly as serious as many fear.
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