Chicago White Sox rookie outfielder Rikuu Nishida didn’t take long to leave an impression, playing a pivotal role in the team’s Memorial Day win over the division-rival Minnesota Twins.
After officially being called up to the majors earlier in the day, Nishida starred in the 3-1 win, notching his first big-league hit and also making a beautiful play in the outfield to save a run.
The White Sox improved to 27-26, marking the first time the organization has been above .500 through 53 games since 2021, when Chicago won its most recent AL Central title with a 93-69 record. (h/t Stathead)
Rikuu Nishida has impressive debut as White Sox move back above .500
On Monday morning, the White Sox announced Nishida was being elevated from Triple-A Charlotte while outfielder Jarred Kelenic, who was slashing .226/.305/.321 in 19 games (59 plate appearances), was designated for assignment.
