White Sox Catcher Kyle Teel Helped Off Field with Left Ankle Injury and IL Stint Is Likely
Teel was helped off the field after a diving tag attempt, and the White Sox said he is undergoing further evaluation.
- On Monday, July 20, 2026, Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel suffered an apparent left ankle injury during the second inning of a 10-3 victory over the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas.
- The injury occurred while Teel attempted to tag Rangers shortstop Ezequiel Duran at home plate; he appeared to get his cleat caught in the dirt, leaving him unable to put weight on his left leg.
- Entering the game with two home runs and 14 RBIs, Teel had played just 19 games this season due to previous hamstring and knee injuries, yet provided a defensive upgrade over available alternatives.
- Manager Will Venable said Teel would be evaluated Tuesday and is likely heading to the injured list; Drew Romo replaced him behind the plate, with Edgar Quero called up to address the vacancy.
- Depending on injury severity, general manager Chris Getz may add the catcher position to his trade deadline wish list before Aug. 3, as Teel's defensive presence remains superior to current roster alternatives.
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The Toronto Star
White Sox catcher Kyle Teel helped off field with left ankle injury and IL stint is likely
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel hurt his left ankle Monday night and is likely heading to the injured list, manager Will Venable said.
Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel exits game against the Texas Rangers in the 2nd inning with ankle injury
Chicago White Sox catcher Kyle Teel exited with a left ankle injury in the second inning of Monday's game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field.
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