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Last updated: March 17, 2026, 5:30 PM ET
AL Central Pitching Setbacks
The White Sox confirmed espn.com RHP Mike Vasil will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery after exiting Saturday's start due to elbow discomfort, dealing a major blow to Chicago's rotation plans shortly before espn.com prepared for his first spring outing following his own recovery from the same procedure. Cole's imminent return marks espn.com a critical milestone in his rehabilitation process, contrasting sharply with Vasil's immediate surgical prognosis.