CHICAGO (AP) -White Sox first baseman Paul Konerko went on the 15-day disabled for the first time in his career Tuesday after straining his left side during pregame batting drills over the weekend.
The AL Central leaders purchased the contract of outfielder DeWayne Wise from Triple-A Charlotte.
Konerko, who hurt himself Sunday, has struggled this season and was batting .215 with eight homers and 30 RBIs. Nick Swisher is expected to play first base during Konerko’s absence.
Wise played in six games with Chicago in May, going 0-for-5 before he was designated for assignment.
The White Sox also sent right-hander Esteban Loaiza on an injury rehabilitation assignment to Charlotte. He was placed on the disabled list on June 13 with right shoulder inflammation.
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