Andrew Benintendi out with calf strain after stellar game

In the United States, Chicago White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi exited a game against the Houston Astros due to tightness in his left calf. This incident occurred during a match where the White Sox emerged victorious, winning 5-4, with the game being cut short by rain in the seventh inning. Benintendi, who had a challenging outing going 0 for 3 with a reached base on an error, managed to score during the game. His current batting average is .224 with five home runs and 12 RBIs over 24 games, indicating some struggles at the plate early in the season. Following the tightness experienced during the game, the White Sox announced that Benintendi would be placed on the 10-day injured list. His injury adds to a troubling trend, as he originally suffered a broken right hand during spring training after being hit by a pitch in late February. This injury ultimately caused him to miss a significant portion of the pre-season preparation. After recovering and being ready for opening day, he faced another setback, as he had already been on the 10-day IL due to a left adductor strain since early April. The decision to place Benintendi on the injured list comes with the White Sox struggling in the current season. The team is currently sitting in last place, and losing a player of Benintendi's caliber could hinder their efforts to climb the standings. The 30-year-old outfielder had signed a considerable contract, worth $75 million over five years, indicating the investment the team made in him as a key player for the future. There is also concern about how this injury may impact his performance moving forward. In the wake of losing Benintendi for at least ten days, the White Sox have also announced that they have called up infielder Nick Maton from Triple-A Charlotte. Maton had a rough start to the season on the major league roster, hitting just .173 in 23 games before being designated for assignment. His return may provide some reinforcements, but it remains to be seen how they will cope with the absence of Benintendi, especially as the team looks to build some momentum and rebound after a slow start to the season.