Colson Montgomery has been promoted to make his Major League debut for the Chicago White Sox, prompting the designation of infielder Vinny Capra for assignment. Capra, claimed from the Milwaukee Brewers, struggled offensively with poor batting averages both with the Brewers and the White Sox. Despite showing potential defensively, his offensive woes contributed to calls for his release. The White Sox had been reluctant to let go of Capra despite having capable alternatives in the middle infield, leading to frustration among fans.
Vinny Capra first joined the White Sox on May 15 as a waiver claim from the Milwaukee Brewers. He had played his way onto the Brewers Opening Day roster with a monster Spring Training, but he got dominated by big league pitching during the regular season.
The White Sox have had an affinity for Capra over the last month that was somewhat inexplicable. It's like the White Sox have been doing roster gymnastics to ensure Capra kept his job.
Even with capable middle infielders in the organization, the White Sox refused to quit on Capra or stop giving him at-bats.
While his defense at shortstop has truly been solid this season, it's not enough to make up for the lack of offense, as Capra and veteran utility man Josh Rojas have both been deadweight for the White Sox all season.
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