Tim Elko of the Charlotte Knights is making headlines as he continues to showcase his power in the Triple-A league. Elko hit two home runs in a game against Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, marking his second multi-homer game of the season. His remarkable performance didn't stop there; he followed it with another two-homer game just days later, bringing his total to eight home runs over ten games.

In March and April, Elko slashed an impressive .367/.448/.711 with nine home runs and 20 RBIs, leading the minors in slugging percentage. Recognized as the Chicago White Sox Minor League Player of the Month, Elko's focus on pitch selection and developing quality contact off breaking balls is paying off. With an eye on a potential call-up, he emphasizes enjoying the present while honing his skills for the next level.

Andrew Vaughn is under pressure as the Chicago White Sox maintain faith in the struggling first baseman. Despite batting a low .161 in April and having only two extra-base hits in his last 11 games, the team continues to support him, attributing part of his woes to bad luck. General manager Chris Getz acknowledged the need for mechanical adjustments while also keeping an eye on the impressive performance of Tim Elko in Triple-A, who boasts a .354 average with nine homers.

The White Sox face a tough season with injuries impacting their roster, including key players like Korey Lee and outfielders Mike Tauchman and Austin Slater. The team’s 7-21 record raises concerns, especially after a woeful 2024 season. Getz is optimistic about the club's farm system but noted that top prospect Colson Montgomery is struggling, batting just .149. The organization plans to provide him extra coaching.

The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp are set to face the Charlotte Knights in a six-game series at VyStar Ballpark starting 7:05 p.m. Tuesday. The Jumbo Shrimp, having started the season strong with a 6-3 record, clinched a 3-2 victory against the Worcester Red Sox, highlighted by a walk-off single from Jacob Berry. Maximo Acosta is emerging as a key player with an impressive .873 OPS, making him one to watch this series.

The Knights, affiliated with the Chicago White Sox, will bring top prospects Kyle Teel and Colson Montgomery to the matchup. Montgomery, a former first-round pick, along with Teel, could pose a challenge for the Jumbo Shrimp during this competitive stretch. The series includes varied promotions such as Hip Hop Night and Women in Sports Night, making it a vibrant event for fans.

In a thrilling contest, the Norfolk Tides secured a 6-3 victory over the Charlotte Knights, highlighted by a tying home run from designated hitter Samuel Basallo. The game witnessed Norfolk's pitchers shutting out Charlotte after the second inning, enabling the Tides to take the series lead 2-1. Both Basallo and Connor Pavolony contributed significantly, with Pavolony's single bringing in the decisive run in the seventh inning. Charlotte had initially taken a 3-1 lead, thanks to a three-run homer from Bobby Dalbec, but Norfolk's resilience paid off late in the game.

Norfolk’s balanced offense featured contributions from Luis Vázquez and Basallo, who both recorded home runs. The pitching staff, led by Thaddeus Ward, combined for a stellar performance that limited Charlotte to only four hits. Kade Strowd earned the win for the Tides, delivering two scoreless innings. This win boosts Norfolk's record to 3-3 as they aim to maintain momentum through the series.

Gunnar Henderson is making a strong return, having homered in consecutive games as he wraps up his rehab stint with the Norfolk Tides. Despite his efforts, the Tides fell short against the Charlotte Knights, losing 4-3 in their first road game of the season. Henderson's solo home run provided an early lead, but the Knights responded with a decisive three-run homer from Mike Tauchman in the fifth inning.

Henderson, who went 1-for-4 and raised his batting average to .313, aims to be activated from the injured list by the Baltimore Orioles shortly. The Tides are struggling in the International League's East Division, now sitting at the bottom with a 1-3 record, while the Knights remain undefeated at 4-0.