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White Sox Slugger Murakami Hits 3 Homers in 3 Games
Rookie first baseman makes impressive MLB debut with power surge
Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:33pm
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Chicago White Sox rookie first baseman Munetaka Murakami has hit a home run in each of his first three games in Major League Baseball, showcasing his impressive power at the plate in the early stages of his big league career.
Why it matters
Murakami's hot start is an exciting development for the White Sox, who are looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season. The young slugger's early success has energized the team's fan base and raised expectations for the club's future.
The details
Murakami, a 23-year-old native of Japan, was called up to the White Sox roster earlier this week after a standout performance in the team's minor league system. In his MLB debut on Monday, he hit a solo home run. He followed that up with another homer on Tuesday and a third on Wednesday, making him the first White Sox player to hit three home runs in the first three games of his career.
- Murakami made his MLB debut on Monday, March 25, 2026.
- He hit a home run in each of the next two games on Tuesday, March 26 and Wednesday, March 27.
The players
Munetaka Murakami
A 23-year-old rookie first baseman for the Chicago White Sox, who has hit a home run in each of his first three MLB games.
Chicago White Sox
A professional baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois that plays in the American League of Major League Baseball.
What they’re saying
“Murakami has been a pleasant surprise for us so far. His power and poise at the plate have been really impressive to see in his first few games.”
— Tony La Russa, Manager, Chicago White Sox
What’s next
The White Sox will look to continue Murakami's hot streak as they take on the division rival Cleveland Guardians in a three-game series starting on Friday, March 29.
The takeaway
Murakami's early power display has injected excitement into the White Sox fanbase and provides hope that the team has found a young slugger to build around for the future.
