Kyle Teel Sends White Sox Catching Depth to Injured List

Severe Ankle Injury Ends Recent Hot Streak

White Sox catcher Kyle Teel left Monday night’s game against the Texas Rangers after twisting his left ankle while trying to tag a runner. The setback occurred during the second inning of a 10‑3 win at Arlington. Teel was helped off the field and could not put weight on the ankle, leading to his replacement by Drew Romo.

Manager Indicates Likely IL Assignment

Manager Will Venable said Teel will be examined on Tuesday and likely placed on the injured list. “We’ll get it scanned and get more information,” Venable said after the contest. The team has not disclosed the exact nature of the injury yet. The move would remove Teel from active duty until further evaluation.

Teel’s Recent Production and Injury History

This season Teel has appeared in only 19 games, batting .190 with two home runs and 14 RBIs. He has already battled hamstring and knee problems earlier in the year. Last year he posted a .273 average with eight homers and 35 RBIs across 78 games. The ankle issue continues a pattern of durability challenges for the 24‑year‑old catcher.

What It Means for Chicago’s Catching Outlook

With the White Sox leading the AL Central, the loss of another catcher adds pressure on the depth chart. Drew Romo will now assume primary back‑stop duties while Teel recovers. The club will monitor the scan results to gauge recovery time and potential roster adjustments.