CHICAGO — Mick Abel’s first pitch to Colson Montgomery missed badly, well wide of the zone. His second pitch to the Chicago White Sox shortstop was right over the heart of the zone. And Montgomery didn’t miss it, bashing a pitch left over the heart of the zone out to right field.

Montgomery cooled off from his incredible run, but he had another big night Friday against the Minnesota Twins.

The Minnesota Twins called up pitcher Mick Abel from Triple-A St. Paul, and the right-hander will start against the Chicago White Sox.

The Chicago White Sox on Friday recalled catcher Korey Lee from Triple-A Charlotte and designated infielder Josh Rojas for assignment.

With plans for the future undecided, the White Sox will give Miguel Vargas, Lenyn Sosa and Curtis Mead opportunities at first base as the 2025 season winds down.

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The Chicago White Sox entered Saturday with a 45-83 record and needing to go 18-16 to avoid a third straight 100-loss season.

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The Chicago White Sox continue to lean into the fact that Pope Leo XIV is a lifelong fan of their team. The White Sox have placed a marker on the seat