White Sox's Andrew Benintendi Optimistic About Injury, Potential Return Date

The outfielder should be back in action after the team's upcoming off-day.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi was removed from Friday's spring training game due to right side soreness, but he remains optimistic about his recovery and potential return to the field. Benintendi said he would be playing if it was the regular season, and he is expected to return after the team's off-day on Wednesday.

Why it matters

The White Sox are counting on Benintendi to be a key veteran presence in their lineup, which is undergoing a youth resurgence. Ensuring Benintendi's health and availability is crucial for the team's success this season.

The details

Benintendi, who has hit 40 home runs and driven in 127 runs over the last two seasons, was removed from Friday's game as a precautionary measure. He has since taken swings and plans to do so again on Saturday, indicating that the injury is not expected to keep him out for long.

  • Benintendi was scratched from Friday's spring training game due to right side soreness.
  • Benintendi plans to take swings on Saturday and should return to action after the team's off-day on Wednesday.

The players

Andrew Benintendi

A veteran outfielder for the Chicago White Sox who has hit 40 home runs and driven in 127 runs over the last two seasons.

Kyle Teel

A young player in the White Sox's growing lineup.

Chase Meidroth

A young player in the White Sox's growing lineup.

Colson Montgomery

A young player in the White Sox's growing lineup.

Munetaka Murakami

A free agent signee who is expected to bring a boost to the White Sox's lineup.

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What they’re saying

“Andrew Benintendi took swings yesterday and plans to do so again today. Said he would be playing if it was regular season, but no reason to rush things on March 2. He should be back after Wednesday's off-day.”

— Scott Merkin, MLB.com reporter (MLB.com)

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