The Chicago White Sox, recently expected to underperform, are now facing serious difficulties due to injuries to key pitchers Prelander Berroa and Juan Carela, both set for season-ending Tommy John surgeries. Three weeks from Opening Day, their absence poses a significant threat to an inexperienced pitching roster, particularly Berroa's promising potential demonstrated last season. Carela, hailed for his talent despite lacking major league experience, was anticipated to bolster the bullpen. As seven players are currently on the injured list, including long-term absentees, the Sox's 2025 prospects appear increasingly bleak.
Prelander Berroa and Juan Carela will undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery, leaving the Chicago White Sox's already thin pitching staff in a dire situation three weeks from Opening Day.
Berroa's strong performance last season with a 3.32 ERA and 1.47 WHIP made him a promising candidate for the 2025 bullpen, his absence is a critical blow.
Carela, the Sox's No. 21 prospect, had a 3.71 ERA, and while he's unproven in the majors, his potential as a starting pitcher was seen as bright.
With seven pitchers currently on the IL, including Jesse Scholtens since last spring, the White Sox face significant challenges before the season begins.
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