White Sox Minor League Update: April 9, 2026

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White Sox Minor League Update: April 9, 2026

White Sox Minor League Update: April 9, 2026

Power surge in Winston-Salem, power outage everywhere else

White Sox Minor League Update: April 9, 2026

Power surge in Winston-Salem, power outage everywhere else

While the big league club continues its quest, the future of the White Sox was on full display across the minors last night, with a tale of two offenses. In one corner, a power surge; in the others, a frustrating search for clutch hits.

Down in Charlotte, the Knights' bats were mostly silent in a 4-1 loss to Memphis. Starter Douglas Nikhazy, a recent waiver claim, was touched for three early runs, setting a tough tone. The lineup managed seven hits and three walks but consistently stranded runners, a recurring theme for teams looking to manufacture runs. The bright spot? Sam Antonacci extended his scorching hitting streak to 10 games, a testament to his disciplined approach at the plate this spring.

The story was similar in Birmingham, where the Barons fell 6-2 to Chattanooga. After four no-hit innings, the game unraveled quickly for starter Lucas Gordon, who surrendered back-to-back solo homers in the fifth. The Barons showed fight, putting nine men on base, but couldn't string together the key hit to mount a serious comeback, highlighting how thin the margin for error can be.

Now, for the main event: Winston-Salem provided the night's fireworks. The Dash exploded out of the gate, racking up three first-inning doubles to take a commanding 4-0 lead. After Frederick closed the gap, the Dash responded with authority. Caleb Bonemer launched a decisive three-run homer in the seventh, and Matt DePino added a solo shot for good measure, showcasing the raw power that makes this affiliate so exciting. It was a complete offensive display, the kind that gets prospect watchers—and fans dreaming of the future—out of their seats.

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