The Chicago White Sox were dealt a blow on Saturday when they learned that rookie sensation Munetaka Murakami would head to the injured list. The Japanese slugger hurt his hamstring in Friday’s game and is expected to miss four to six weeks, thus robbing the team of the American League home run leader and favorite to win the league’s Rookie of the Year award.
In Friday’s 4–3 win over the Detroit Tigers, Murakami was at the plate in the third inning with a runner on first. He hit a grounder to the second baseman, who then began a double play attempt. Murakami beat the throw to first, but as soon as he touched the bag, it was evident something was wrong.
