White Sox Activate Miguel Vargas From Injured List

The Chicago White Sox have activated Miguel Vargas from the 10-day injured list ahead of their game against the Tampa Bay Rays, marking his return after a nearly two-week absence due to a sprained left hand. Vargas, who is tied for fourth on the team in home runs and RBIs, will start at third base and bat sixth, replacing Bryan Ramos who was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte. Despite the injury, Vargas did not require a rehab assignment, as the team was satisfied with his progress through batting practice and fielding drills, aided by training tools like the Trajekt machine. White Sox manager Will Venable expressed enthusiasm about Vargas' return, highlighting his importance as a tone-setter on and off the field. Meanwhile, Curtis Mead, who had started the previous 12 games, will be benched to accommodate Vargas' return but is expected to continue playing against left-handed pitching. This move reflects the team's strategy to optimize their lineup as they head into the final weeks of the 2025 season.