White Sox Set Pitching Limits for Grant Taylor Amid Bullpen Adjustments

The Chicago White Sox have outlined a cautious approach for right-hander Grant Taylor this season, with team officials confirming Tuesday they do not plan to use him in a traditional starting rotation role. Instead, Taylor will see his work capped at approximately 100 innings, primarily in one- or two-inning stints and occasional three-inning outings, according to general manager Chris Getz.

Taylor, known for his high-velocity pitching, has delivered impressive results in his second year, striking out 10 batters over 8⅓ innings with just one run allowed heading into Tuesday. Four of his seven appearances have come as an 'opener,' filling a versatile pitching need for the team following Mike Vasil’s season-ending Tommy John surgery. Getz emphasized the focus on Taylor’s health and recovery, noting the team remains flexible with his role but will not stretch him out for standard starts.

In other roster moves, outfielder Everson Pereira returned from a brief rehabilitation assignment and immediately contributed with a three-run homer against the Tampa Bay Rays. Pereira, recently recovered from a sprained ankle, was activated after the White Sox traded infielder Lenyn Sosa to the Toronto Blue Jays on Monday.

The team also placed right-hander Jonathan Cannon on the injured list following his first major league outing of the season, which ended early due to right hip inflammation. Cannon struggled in relief on Sunday against Kansas City, surrendering runs on a wild pitch and a series of walks during a challenging third inning that forced the White Sox bullpen to cover nine full innings. Manager Will Venable deployed nine pitchers in the game, matching a club record for bullpen use in a nine-inning contest.

Meanwhile, catcher Kyle Teel is projected to begin a rehab assignment next week as he nears a return from a hamstring injury sustained during the World Baseball Classic. Teel participated in pregame activities and batting practice, with Getz indicating a return date will be determined based on his progress in rehab.

The White Sox continue to manage frequent roster changes as they navigate player health and pitching depth early in the season. As of Tuesday, the team was monitoring Taylor’s workload closely and evaluating returning players' performances, with ongoing adjustments to the lineup and pitching staff.