Munetaka Murakami
White Sox sign Murakami to $34M deal: Roster fit, press conference details
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Building on the initial report of Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami's two-year, $34 million agreement with the Chicago White Sox (including a $6.5 million posting fee to the Yakult Swallows), new details highlight his role in the rebuild alongside prospects like Colson Montgomery. The 25-year-old power hitter, fresh off NPB stardom, faces strikeout and defense hurdles but could re-enter free agency at 28 after proving himself.
Chicago White Sox designated hitter Munetaka Murakami hit a home run for the third consecutive game, powering his team to a 7-4 victory over the Oakland Athletics in the series rubber game at Sutter Health Park. The 26-year-old Japanese slugger's eight home runs lead all Japanese-born players through their first 22 MLB games this season. The win marked Chicago's first series victory since early April.
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Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami launched a 431-foot home run in the sixth inning to help secure a 6-3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays at Rate Field. The blast gave the White Sox the lead they would not relinquish and marked several firsts for the Japanese rookie. Manager Will Venable praised Murakami's impact on and off the field.