Rookie Nishida Joins Murakami As 2nd Japanese Chicago White Sox Player
Rikuu Nishida has been promoted to the Chicago White Sox, becoming the second Japanese player on the team alongside Munetaka Murakami. Nishida, a 25-year-old second baseman/outfielder, had an impressive performance in Triple-A with a .347 batting average and a .454 on-base percentage. In his debut, he contributed with a single in three plate appearances, showcasing his potential as a valuable player.
- ▪Rikuu Nishida was promoted from the Triple-A Charlotte Knights to the Chicago White Sox.
- ▪He had a batting average of .347 and an on-base percentage of .454 in Triple-A.
- ▪Nishida joins Munetaka Murakami as the second Japanese player on the White Sox roster.
- ▪In his major league debut, Nishida recorded a single in three plate appearances.
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BusinessSportsMoneyRookie Nishida Joins Murakami As 2nd Japanese Chicago White Sox PlayerByBernie Pleskoff,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bernie Pleskoff is a former professional Major League Baseball scout Follow AuthorMay 26, 2026, 02:00am EDTCHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MAY 25: Munetaka Murakami #5 of the Chicago White Sox and Rikuu Nishida #51 of the Chicago White Sox stand for the National Anthem before a game against the Minnesota Twins at Rate Field on May 25, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois.
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