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Jose Abreu of the Chicago White Sox Leaves Game with Bruised Knee
Introduction
On Sunday, June 27th, 2021 the Chicago White Sox’s power hitting first baseman / designated hitter and reigning American League MVP, Jose Abreu, was forced to leave the game against the Seattle Mariners after being hit by a pitch in his left knee. During the 6th inning of play the hard – hitting slugger was struck in his left knee by a 96 mile per hour sinker thrown by the Seattle Mariners’ relief pitcher, J. T. Chargois. Abreu laid on the ground in pain grabbing his left knee after being pegged by that pitch until Jose was eventually helped off of the playing field by the Chicago White Sox team personnel.
Game Recap
The ended up losing this game versus the Seattle Mariners with a final score of 3 to 2. Over the course of Abreu’s two official at bats in this match – up Jose managed to go 1 for 2 as he singled to center on his first plate appearance in the bottom of the 2nd inning, then he stuck out looking in the bottom of the 4th to end the inning, and finally Abreu was hit by the pitch that ended his day in the bottom of the sixth inning.
The Injury to Jose Abreu’s Knee
At the moment the 34 – year – old Cuban native is listed as day – to – day as he recovers from this left knee bruise. The results of the x – rays performed on his left knee were negative so as soon as Jose feels back to game condition, I would expect the Chicago White Sox to feature him in their starting line – up once again. Luckily for both Jose Abreu and the Chicago White Sox this does not seem to be a serious injury that would cause him to miss extensive playing time.
Entering Sunday’s game against the Seattle Mariners, Abreu was carrying a batting average of .239, with 12 home runs, and 53 runs batted in. Throughout his illustrious 8 – year Major League Baseball career all with the Chicago White Sox, Jose has etched an overall batting average of .291 to go along with his 210 career homers and 724 career RBIs making him one of the most feared hitters in the American League since he made his big – league debut on March 31st, 2014 with the Southsiders of Chicago.
Media Statements
"You definitely never want to see that happen, especially to pretty much the backbone of the team," the Chicago White Sox left - handed starting pitcher, Dallas Keuchel, explained. "We're all hoping it's nothing major, but we're already hampered as it is. We're all hoping for the best for Jose."
Jose Abreu’s Baseball Career Achievements, Honors, and Awards
- 3 Time MLB All – Star (2014, 2018, 2019)
- All – MLB Second Team (2020)
- American League MVP (2020)
- American League Rookie of the Year (2014)
- 3 Time Silver Slugger Award (2014, 2018, 2020)
- American League Hank Aaron Award (2020)
- 2 Time American League RBI Leader (2019, 2020)
- Sporting News Player of the Year Award (2020)
- Hit for the Cycle (September 9, 2017)
Current MLB Standings (as of Tuesday, June 29th, 2021)
American League East
Boston Red Sox 48 – 31 0 Games Behind
Tampa Bay Rays 47 – 32 1 Games Behind
Toronto Blue Jays 40 – 36 6.5 Games Behind
New York Yankees 40 – 38 7.5 Games Behind
Baltimore Orioles 25 – 54 23 Games Behind
American League Central
Chicago White Sox 45 – 32 0 Games Behind
Cleveland Indians 42 – 33 2 Games Behind
Minnesota Twins 33 – 43 11.5 Games Behind
Detroit Tigers 34 – 45 12 Games Behind
Kansas City Royals 33 – 44 12 Games Behind
American League West
Houston Astros 48 – 31 0 Games Behind
Oakland Athletics 47 – 33 1.5 Games Behind
Seattle Mariners 41 – 38 7 Games Behind
Los Angeles Angels 38 – 40 9.5 Games Behind
Texas Rangers 30 – 48 17.5 Games Behind
National League East
New York Mets 40 – 34 0 Games Behind
Washington Nationals 38 – 38 3 Games Behind
Atlanta Braves 37 – 40 4.5 Games Behind
Philadelphia Phillies 36 – 40 5 Games Behind
Miami Marlins 33 – 44 8.5 Games Behind
National League Central
Milwaukee Brewers 46 – 33 0 Games Behind
Chicago Cubs 42 – 37 4 Games Behind
Cincinnati Reds 39 – 38 6 Games Behind
St. Louis Cardinals 38 – 41 8 Games Behind
Pittsburgh Pirates 29 – 48 16 Games Behind
National League West
San Francisco Giants 50 – 28 0 Games Behind
Los Angeles Dodgers 48 – 31 2.5 Games Behind
San Diego Padres 47 – 33 4 Games Behind
Colorado Rockies 32 – 47 18.5 Games Behind
Arizona Diamondbacks 22 – 58 29 Games Behind
Odds to Win the MLB 2021 World Series
According to Bovada sportsbook below are the odds to win the MLB 2021 World Series as of Tuesday, June 29th, 2021. Currently the Chicago White Sox have the 3rd highest odds to win it all for this exciting 162 game regular season of Major League Baseball in addition to the 2021 MLB playoffs.
| Team Odds |
|---|
| Los Angeles Dodgers +340 |
| Houston Astros +600 |
| Chicago White Sox +700 |
| San Diego Padres +750 |
| New York Mets +900 |
| New York Yankees +1200 |
| Tampa Bay Rays +1400 |
| Boston Red Sox +1500 |
| Oakland Athletics +1800 |
| San Francisco Giants +1800 |
| Milwaukee Brewers +2200 |
| Toronto Blue Jays +2500 |
| Atlanta Braves +3500 |
| Chicago Cubs +4500 |
| Cleveland Indians +4500 |
| Washington Nationals +5000 |
| St. Louis Cardinals +6000 |
| Cincinnati Reds +6600 |
| Los Angeles Angels +7000 |
| Philadelphia Phillies +7000 |
| Seattle Mariners +12500 |
| Minnesota Twins +15000 |
| Kansas City Royals +20000 |
| Miami Marlins +25000 |
| Detroit Tigers +75000 |
| Pittsburgh Pirates +75000 |
| Baltimore Orioles +100000 |
| Colorado Rockies +100000 |
| Texas Rangers +100000 |
| Arizona Diamondbacks +150000 |
Sources:
“Chicago White Sox's Jose Abreu leaves game, suffers bruised knee after being hit by pitch”, Jesse Rogers, espn.com, June 27, 2021.
“Jose Abreu”, baseball-reference.com, June 29, 2021.
“MLB Standings 2021”, espn.com, June 29, 2021.
“United States, MLB Futures, MLB 2021 World Series: To Win Outright”, bovada.lv, June 29, 2021.