May 14, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox designated hitter Eloy Jimenez (74) points after he hits a home run against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Guaranteed Rate Field. Photo: Matt Marton/USA TODAY Sports

White Sox Injury Update: Eloy Jimenez Begins Rehab Assignment

Originally posted on On Tap Sports Net | By Jonnie Nonnie | Last updated Jun 13, 2024 6:45 PM ET

The Chicago White Sox featured a lengthy injury report entering June but are slowly getting healthier. Luis Robert Jr. returned last week, Andrew Benintendi rejoined the team Wednesday, and Tommy Pham is expected back Thursday or Friday. Now, Eloy Jimenez is on the mend as the White Sox sent him to the Arizona Complex League for a rehab assignment.

The #WhiteSox have sent DH/OF Eloy Jiménez to the Arizona Complex League White Sox on an injury rehab assignment.
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) June 13, 2024

Jimenez is no stranger to injuries, the latest of which was a left hamstring strain that forced him to the 10-day IL on May 22. Before going on the shelf for the second time this season, he slashed .231/.288/.381 with five home runs, five doubles, and 12 RBIs in 146 plate appearances.

Jimenez's underwhelming performance was just one of many factors behind the White Sox' abysmal start to the season offensively. While the South Siders are still struggling to find wins, they've picked it up in the power department with home runs in their last 13 games. The Dominican slugger certainly hopes to assist in that regard when he rejoins the MLB club.

What's On Tap Next?

While Eloy Jimenez begins his rehab in Arizona, the White Sox look to snap a four-game losing streak in Thursday's series finale against the Seattle Mariners. First pitch is at 8:40 PM CT and the game will air on NBC Sports Chicago.

This article first appeared on On Tap Sports Net and was syndicated with permission.

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