Meidroth used his stint on the 10-day IL recovering from right thumb inflammation to "watch the game the right way."

The Chicago White Sox reinstated rookie infielder Chase Meidroth from the 10-day injured list on Thursday. He takes the roster spot of rookie infielder Gage Workman, who went on the 10-day IL with a right hip flexor strain.

White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth is leading off at shortstop Thursday after missing time with a thumb injury. Newly acquired infielder Gage Workman is headed to the injured list with a right hip flexor strain.