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The blind spot that made White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami a ‘bad miss’ for other teams

The Chicago White Sox continue to get monster production from Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami. Murakami blasted his 15th home run of the season on Friday. Many Major League Baseball insiders are now debating why so many other teams didn’t take a chance on the infielder, ahead of the 2026 season. A new ESPN report points […] The post The blind spot that made White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami a ‘bad miss’ for other teams appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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White Sox Slugger Munetaka Murakami Slugs Historic Homer vs. Mariners

When the Chicago White Sox signed Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami, it was unclear how he’d adjust to major league pitching. After 38 games, it’s clear that he has no problem slugging the ball against baseball’s best pitchers.Murakami continues to accomplish new power feats. When he crushed a solo home run in the first inning, he […] The post White Sox Slugger Munetaka Murakami Slugs Historic Homer vs. Mariners appeared first on HEAVY.

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White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami extends historic streak with big blast vs. Angels

Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami continues to swing the bat at an elite level, as his latest home run added another chapter to his remarkable start during Monday night’s matchup against the Los Angeles Angels. With each swing, Murakami is producing runs while entering conversations typically reserved for the game’s top sluggers. Murakami delivered […] The post White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami extends historic streak with big blast vs. Angels appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays $210 Million Deal Voted Best Signing of Offseason

After rival executives crushed the Toronto Blue Jays for spending $210 million on right-hander Dylan Cease, front office members around the league are changing their tune.An anonymous poll of more than a dozen executives conducted by Mark Feinsand of MLB.com revealed the Cease deal as the best signing of the winter. The right-hander has cruised […] The post Blue Jays $210 Million Deal Voted Best Signing of Offseason appeared first on HEAVY.

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2026 MLB Early Prospect Call-Ups: Which Rookie Cards Are Moving Fastest Right Now

The early-May 2026 window has arrived, and the first wave of prospect promotions is officially reshaping the hobby. For investors, rookie cards tied to 2026 MLB call-ups represent the most volatile assets of the season. Identifying which prospects receive immediate playing time is the primary ...

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White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami makes more MLB history after 13th HR

Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami is having an incredible start to his MLB career after hitting his 13th home run of the season in Friday’s 8-2 win over the San Diego Padres. With Murakami leading the league in home runs right now, the Japanese native also achieved an historic feat after recording his 13th […] The post White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami makes more MLB history after 13th HR appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Munetaka Murakami’s unique home run binge unmatched in MLB history since at least 1900

There are 29 teams in the MLB regretting not making a bigger pitch to Japanese free agent Munetaka Murakami, and the Chicago White Sox are the lucky beneficiaries of the home run hitter. In an era where home runs are more valuable than ever, Murakami has mastered the art of hitting the ball out of […] The post Munetaka Murakami’s unique home run binge unmatched in MLB history since at least 1900 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Latest White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami homer pushes him past Aaron Judge, Yordan Alvarez

Chants of “MVP” for Munetaka Murakami filled Rate Field late Monday night, after the Chicago White Sox rallied to an 8-7 win over the Los Angeles Angels. The game started at 9:40 p.m. CT after a three-hour delay, and it ended with Chicago breaking through late in its highest-scoring inning of the season. Trailing 5-1 […] The post Latest White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami homer pushes him past Aaron Judge, Yordan Alvarez appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Munetaka Murakami posts record not even Shohei Ohtani could match

Munetaka Murakami is on a home run tear that MLB has never seen from a rookie. The Chicago White Sox slugger smashed a mammoth home run on Friday against the Washington Nationals deep to right-center field at Rate Field in Chicago, Ill. The solo blast tied the game at 1-1 in the bottom of teh … The post Munetaka Murakami posts record not even Shohei Ohtani could match appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami shuts down Aaron Judge comparisons after historic start

It has been a great start to Munetaka Murakami’s MLB career, as he has taken the south side by storm. He is off to such a great start that he has more home runs than Aaron Judge. But the new White Sox star has quickly shut down any comparisons to Judge after his historic start, […] The post White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami shuts down Aaron Judge comparisons after historic start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami, Colson Montgomery join forces for historic HR feat

The Chicago White Sox fell 11-7 to the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Wednesday night, in a game featuring an offensive outburst and a historic power display from Colson Montgomery and Munetaka Murakami. Both Montgomery and Murakami homered in the same game for the fourth consecutive contest, making them the first teammates in league […] The post White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami, Colson Montgomery join forces for historic HR feat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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White Sox rumors: How Munetaka Murakami’s hot start impacts contract negotiations

The Chicago White Sox seem to have found a gold mine in hard-hitting slugger Munetaka Murakami. Murakami is in his rookie Major League Baseball season, and already making his mark. It appears that Chicago is already preparing to enter contract extension talks with the infielder. One MLB insider feels Murakami may enter those talks with […] The post White Sox rumors: How Munetaka Murakami’s hot start impacts contract negotiations appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami blasts homer for 4th straight game

The Chicago White Sox continue to generate league-wide attention as rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami powers through a historic early-season stretch. The former NPB superstar’s consistent production has quickly made him one of the most compelling storylines in the early MLB season. Murakami delivered again Tuesday night, extending his home run streak to four consecutive games. […] The post Watch White Sox rookie slugger Munetaka Murakami blasts homer for 4th straight game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami joins club with 1 player since 1900 after mashing another HR

Chicago White Sox rookie designated hitter Munetaka Murakami went deep once again in Sunday’s 7-4 victory over the Athletics to conclude the three-game series. The 26-year-old finished the game 1-for-5, hitting a two-run shot. It was his third straight game with a homer, bringing his season tally to eight through his first 22 MLB appearances. […] The post White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami joins club with 1 player since 1900 after mashing another HR appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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