White Sox Hungry for Colson Montgomery, Munetaka Murakami to Get Cooking at Plate in Final Month The Chicago White Sox have relied heavily on their potent offense to climb the American League standings, but two of their most promising sluggers—shortstop Colson Montgomery and first baseman Munetaka Murakami—are struggling to find their rhythm in August. As the team prepares for the final stretch of the season, manager Will Venable and hitting director Ryan Fuller are optimistic that both players can rediscover their form to help the White Sox secure a playoff berth. Montgomery, a key contributor to the team’s offensive surge, has been plagued by a monthlong slump. Despite a three-run home run in a series opener against the Minnesota Twins, he has managed only a .186/.252/.309 slash line in August, with 46 strikeouts. His struggles have left the team in a precarious position, as the White Sox depend on his power to drive in runs. Fuller acknowledged the challenges Montgomery faces, noting that the shortstop has been working diligently in the batting cage to refine his approach. “He’s doing a good job of maintaining and understanding what he needs to do to be successful,” Fuller said. “Looking forward to having him be a contributing factor down the stretch because we know he can be a game-changer.” Murakami, the rookie first baseman, has also been inconsistent, posting a .150/.292/.350 line in August. His 45 strikeouts and an 11-game homer drought have raised concerns, but Fuller emphasized that the 24-year-old is still adapting to the major leagues. “With Mune, we can’t forget all the new that goes into it,” Fuller said. “His first year in the majors. It’s August; we’re closing in on September. There’s a lot that goes into it, and we know the preparation with Mune is always there.#chicago_white_sox #munetaka_murakami #will_venable #colson_montgomery #ryan_fuller
