Vargas logged a pivotal fourth-inning double and later a ninth-inning bloop single, driving White Sox offense and contributing to late-game drama.

Vargas anchors a versatile infield core in the rebuild, offering a blend of defensive value and offensive upside that complements Montgomery and Meidroth. His presence helps Chicago’s long-term plan, with upside as the infield stabilizes around a growing cohort.

Miguel Vargas delivered the grand slam that briefly tied the game, then exited with a wrist contusion after a Curtis Meade miscue. His health now directly shapes Chicago's late-season power expectations and lineup flexibility.

Vargas delivered the White Sox’s bright moment with his first career grand slam to tie the game, then exited with a wrist contusion after colliding with Judge's thigh. His power immediately creates fantasy intrigue, but the wrist injury introduces short-term risk that could limit playing time or force lineup adjustments.

Vargas left the game with a left wrist contusion after colliding with Judge while attempting to catch a ball, an event that shifted momentum and forced in-game adjustments.