Miguel Vargas has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a left oblique strain, marking his first such injury in his big-league career. This setback comes as the Chicago White Sox have been gaining momentum, winning 10 of their last 14 games. Vargas had been performing exceptionally well, hitting .296 with an .874 OPS over his last 13 games, contributing significantly as a first baseman and key middle-order hitter.

His absence will be felt heavily in the lineup, as he has been a vital leader and performer for the team according to manager Will Venable. Vargas’s injury is classified as mild, but oblique strains are notoriously unpredictable in recovery time, with some athletes taking weeks, while others could be sidelined for months. The Sox are cautiously optimistic about his return and will manage his recovery closely.