4 years agoChicago White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal (knee) was able to get into the box during a simulated game Wednesday, but manager Tony La Russa has still not provided a timeline as to when the catcher could get into Cactus League action. Grandal sustained a knee injury at the end of February and the team has taken it slow in his recovery. Jonathan Lucroy is in camp on a Minor League deal and he would figure to fill-in for Grandal should his absence carry into the regular season. After having been an All-Star in 2019, Grandal will remain among the top catchers on the board for the vast majority of season-long drafts. Having averaged 25 homers per year from '16-19, Grandal also has the advantage of being able to serve as the DH on occasion to help him get his AB's in. Check back for updates on his status as they become available.--Jesse Borek
Source: Scott Merkin