White Sox's Andrew Benintendi Exits Game with Calf Injury

Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi left Sunday's 5-4 win over the Houston Astros due to left calf tightness, having gone 0-for-3 but scoring a run after reaching base on an error. He was replaced in the sixth inning by Brooks Baldwin and is considered day-to-day, casting uncertainty on his availability for the upcoming series against the Kansas City Royals. Benintendi's injury adds to the White Sox's concerns, as he has struggled offensively this season with a .224 batting average, five home runs, and 12 RBIs in 24 games. The win over Houston marked the team's first series victory against the Astros since 2021, though the game was cut short by rain in the seventh inning. Benintendi had previously missed time this season due to a broken hand, further testing the team's depth. His performance since signing a five-year, $75 million contract has not met expectations, and this latest setback complicates the White Sox's lineup options moving forward.