White Sox | Guillen unhappy with Colon

The Chicago Sun-Times' Joe Cowley reports Chicago White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen was unhappy that SP Bartolo Colon (elbow) didn't tell anyone he was hurting until Tuesday, July 28.

White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen is upset that Bartolo Colon

White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen is upset that Bartolo Colon hid his right elbow injury from team trainers. "I was upset because our trainers didn't even know anything about the situation," Guillen said Wednesday after learning that Colon would be placed on the 15-day disabled list. [...]

Colon -- who spent almost two months on the DL with inflammation

Colon -- who spent almost two months on the DL with inflammation in his left knee -- landed there again after just one start, this time with right elbow inflammation. The move is retroactive to July 25. Left-hander Randy Williams was called up from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding roster move. Williams posted a 3.44 ERA in 33 appearances at Charlotte.

Colon was placed on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Saturday,

Colon was placed on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Saturday, because of swelling in his right elbow, the Chicago Tribune reports. [...]

White Sox placed RHP Bartolo Colon on the 15-day disabled list,

White Sox placed RHP Bartolo Colon on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to July 25, due to right elbow inflammation. Though nothing is official, it's certainly possible that Colon has thrown his last inning for the White Sox, as the Arlington Heights Daily Herald reports that the right-hander is "as good as gone. [...]

White Sox | More on Colon

Updating a previous item, ESPNChicago.com reports the Chicago White Sox placed SP Bartolo Colon (elbow) on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, July 29, with right elbow inflammation. The move is retroactive to July 25.

White Sox placed RHP Bartolo Colon on the 15-day disabled list,

White Sox placed RHP Bartolo Colon on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to July 25, due to right elbow inflammation. With Colon hitting the DL, Clayton Richard goes right back into the starting rotation. [...]

Colon forced right back to DL

News: The Chicago White Sox placed No. 5 starter Bartolo Colon (right elbow inflammation) on the 15-day DL and called up reliever Randy Williams from the minor leagues. Rookie lefty Clayton Richard will return to the rotation now and start Friday vs. the Yankees. [...]

Williams called up from Triple-A

According to MLBlogs.com the White Sox have purchased the contract of lefty Randy Williams.

Our View: Williams gets the call from Triple-A to give the Sox another lefty in the pen and fill the roster spot left by Bartolo Colon, who landed on the DL Wednesday. He holds no fantasy value.

White Sox | Richard to stay in rotation

Scott Merkin, of MLB.com, reports Chicago White Sox SP Clayton Richard will remain in the starting rotation with SP Bartolo Colon (elbow) headed back to the disabled list.

Colon lands on DL

According to MLBlogs.com, the White Sox have placed hefty starter Bartolo Colon on the 15-day disabled list with right elbow inflammation.

Our View: With Colon going down, it looks as if Clayton Richard won't head to the bullpen after all. Left-hander Randy Williams will come up from Triple-A and fill the vacated roster spot. No timetable on how long Colon will be out.

Bartolo Colon is reportedly being placed on the 15-day DL due

Bartolo Colon is reportedly being placed on the 15-day DL due to right elbow inflammation. The upshot of this move is that Clayton Richard -- who was headed to the bullpen -- remains in the starting rotation for now. [...]

White Sox | Colon back to DL

The Sports Network reports the Chicago White Sox placed SP Bartolo Colon (elbow) on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, July 29.

Colon scratched for Wed. start

News: The Chicago White Sox have scratched Bartolo Colon from Wednesday's start against the Minnesota Twins because of soreness in his right elbow. Jose Contreras will start the series finale against the Twins, who have taken the first two games to move into a tie with the White Sox for second place in the AL Central. A team spokesman says he will be evaluated again at the Metrodome on Wednesday. [...]

Bartolo Colon was scratched from Wednesday night's start because

Bartolo Colon was scratched from Wednesday night's start because of a sore right elbow. His return to the rotation sure didn't last long. The White Sox were sending Clayton Richard back to the pen, but he'll remain a starter for now and likely pitch Friday. [...]

Colon has been scratched from Wednesday's start against the

Colon has been scratched from Wednesday's start against the Twins due to elbow soreness, the Associated Press reports. [...]

Richard silences Tigers, prevents sweep

In what was maybe his last start before being sent to the bullpen, Clayton Richard pitched eight dominant innings in Detroit on Sunday, limiting the Tigers to one run and five hits. The White Sox won 5-1 to prevent a four game sweep in Motown.

Our View: Richard used his fastball to great effect, and lowered his ERA to 4.65. If Bartolo Colon falters in his return to the rotation, expect Richard to quickly get the call to start again.

Colon in, Richard out of Sox rotation

News: The Chicago Sun-Times reports that White Sox SP Bartolo Colon will remain in the rotation, and will likely to start on Wednesday against the Twins, with SP Jose Contreras getting pushed back a day and SP Clayton Richard heading to the bullpen. [...]

Richard headed to bullpen

The Chicago Sun-Times is reporting that White Sox' starter Clayton Richard is heading to the bullpen after his start on Sunday. With John Danks coming back, the team opted to stick with Bartolo Colon in the rotation instead of Richard.

Our View: Richard has had his share of struggles this season in the rotation, but he is coming off what is probably his best start of the year against the Rays. Richard will likely start again at some point this season, but it looks like he is headed to the pen for now.

Manager Ozzie Guillen said Bartolo Colon is remaining in the

Manager Ozzie Guillen said Bartolo Colon is remaining in the rotation and drawing the start Wednesday. Colon allowed three runs over seven innings in his return Friday night. [...]

White Sox | Colon pitches seven innings Friday

Scott Merkin, of MLB.com, reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon allowed three runs on six hits in seven innings in the second game of a doubleheader Friday, July 24. It was his first major league start since June 7.

Colon fired seven strong innings in his first start back from

Colon fired seven strong innings in his first start back from the disabled list Friday against Detroit, holding the Tigers to three runs on six hits. He struck out two and walked one. [...]

Colon returns with solid outing

News: White Sox SP Bartolo Colon returned to the majors on Friday against the Tigers in game two of a doubleheader. He tossed seven innings, allowing three earned runs on six hits. Colon struck out two and walked one, allowing a home run to Carlos Guillen. [...]

Guillen solid in return

Carlos Guillen went 2-for-3 with a single and a solo homer off Bartolo Colon in Friday's 4-3 win over the division rival White Sox at Comerica Park.

Our View: Guillen performed well while fresh off the DL, and is worth targeting if dangling on the waiver wire in AL-only leagues.

Colon dealt no-decision in Detroit

Bartolo Colon gave up three earned runs on six hits over seven innings in Friday's 4-3 loss at Detroit. He had one walk and two strikeouts.

Our View: Colon was dealt a no-decision, but may have pitched well enough to earn another start in Chicago's rotation. The 36-year-old hurler is worth consideration for AL-only leagues.

Bartolo Colon allowed three runs over seven innings in his return

Bartolo Colon allowed three runs over seven innings in his return against the Tigers on Friday night, but didn't factor into the decision. In his first start since June 7, Colon didn't need much time to shake the rust, scattering six hits -- including a home run -- against two strikeouts and a walk. [...]

Bartolo Colon could move to the starting rotation with a strong

Bartolo Colon could move to the starting rotation with a strong start Friday. Clayton Richard would move to the bullpen, since Colon is not considered a relief candidate, while Richard is. [...]

Colon, who has been sidelined with a knee injury since June

Colon, who has been sidelined with a knee injury since June 7, will start the second game of ChicagoÂ’s Friday doubleheader against Detroit. He was 3-6 with a 4.23 ERA and 36 strikeouts in 55 1/3 innings before hitting the DL, so AL-only owners will want to monitor his first few starts closely.

Torres sent down

Carlos Torres has been optioned to Triple-A Charlotte by the Sox, according to the Associated Press. The club activated Bartolo Colon as the adjoining move.

Our View: Torres gave up three earned runs over six innings in his first start Wednesday against the Rays. Torres was replacing the injured John Danks (finger blister), and will not likely be back unless the Sox suffer another injury in their rotation.

Colon activated from DL

Bartolo Colon has been activated from the 15-day DL following his recovery from left knee inflammation, according to the Associated Press. Carlos Torres was optioned to Triple-A Charlotte to make room on Chicago's roster.

Our View: Colon is expected to make his next start in Friday's doubleheader with the Tigers. The 36-year-old hurler could earn more starts if he fares well, and is worth a look as a flier for AL-only leagues.

As expected, Colon (knee) was activated from the 15-day disabled

As expected, Colon (knee) was activated from the 15-day disabled list after Thursday's game, the White Sox' official site reports. [...]

White Sox activated RHP Bartolo Colon from the 15-day disabled

White Sox activated RHP Bartolo Colon from the 15-day disabled list. Colon has looked pretty sharp in a handful of rehab starts, but it's best to keep his pre-disabled list stat line in mind: 3-6 record, 4. [...]

Pitching coach Don Cooper said Tuesday that Colon (knee) would

Pitching coach Don Cooper said Tuesday that Colon (knee) would throw a bullpen session Wednesday in anticipation of a start Friday, ESPNChicago.com reports. [...]

Pitching coach Don Cooper said Tuesday that Colon (knee) would

Pitching coach Don Cooper said Tuesday that Colon (knee) would throw a bullpen session Wednesday in anticipation of a start Friday, ESPNChicago.comreports. [...]

Colon so-so in final rehab start

News: Bartolo Colon (knee) made what is expected to be his last rehab start Sunday in Triple-A, allowing four runs and eight hits in seven innings. He walked two and struck out none. [...]

White Sox | Colon to make one more rehab start

The Associated Press reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) will make one more rehab start before coming off the disabled list July 24.

White Sox | Colon to start Sunday

Bruce Levine, of ESPNChicago.com, reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) will make his next rehab start with Triple-A Charlotte Sunday, July 19.

Colon struck out eight over seven innings in a rehab start for

Colon struck out eight over seven innings in a rehab start for Low-A Kannapolis. [...]

Colon candidate for Week 16 return

News: From The Sports Xchange: LHP Clayton Richard is well aware he is on thin ice these days. He has a 10.80 ERA over his past five starts to thank for that. "It's something where everyone in baseball goes through struggles -- some worse than others," Richard said. "It's the guys that can stay the most even-keeled that kind of persevere. I just have to keep on working on things that I can control." Easier said than done with daily mentions of Bartolo Colon and Freddy An. Garcia to deal with. "That's not for me to decide," Richard said of other pitchers being mentioned as potential replacements. "I just feel like if I get another chance I'll go out there and do the best I can. I have to worry about the next opportunity I'm given." [...]

Colon Ks eight in rehab start

News: White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) allowed two runs on seven hits over seven innings of a Class A rehab game on Wednesday. Colon walked one and struck out eight. [...]

Colon strong in rehab start

According to the Chicago Tribune, Bartolo Colon struck out eight in his second rehab assignment on Tuesday night.

Our View: Colon, on the DL since June 7th with knee inflammation, allowed just two runs over seven innings on Tuesday. He allowed seven hits in his Class-A rehab start and has now allowed three runs on nine total hits in his two outings. He is slated to pitch in Triple-A on Sunday and is expected to make one of the starts in the White Sox's doubleheader on July 24th.

White Sox | Colon fans eight in rehab start

The Chicago Tribune's Mark Gonzales reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) allowed two runs on seven hits and one walk while fanning eight in six innings at Class A Kannapolis Tuesday, July 14.

Bartolo Colon struck out eight batters over seven innings Tuesday

Bartolo Colon struck out eight batters over seven innings Tuesday in his second rehabilitation start. Colon was pitching this time for Single-A Kannapolis. [...]

White Sox | Colon starting Tuesday

Mark Gonzales, of The Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) is scheduled to make his second rehab start with Single-A Kannapolis Tuesday, July 14.

Manager Ozzie Guillen said Colon's (knee) pitches did not have

Manager Ozzie Guillen said Colon's (knee) pitches did not have much velocity during a rehab start for Triple-A Charlotte, the Chicago Sun-Times reports. [...]

"The control was outstanding, his velocity was not there and

"The control was outstanding, his velocity was not there and he threw more breaking balls," said White Sox skipper Ozzie Guillen of Colon. The 36-year-old veteran is next slated to hurl a Single-A rehab start on July 14. With the burly right-hander still a few starts away from rejoining the big league club, Clayton Richard will remain in the White Sox rotation at the start of the second half.

Richard remains in rotation

Clayton Richard remains in Chicago's rotation for the time being, according to the Chicago Tribune.

Our View: Richard has been struggling and gave up six earned runs over one inning in his last start against Cleveland, but skipper Ozzie Guillen noted that he will remain in the rotation due to a lack of options. Richard's job is safe right now, but could be replaced by Bartolo Colon eventually if he does not get on track soon.

Bartolo Colon's Triple-A start was encouraging in his use of

Bartolo Colon's Triple-A start was encouraging in his use of offspeed pitches, a major league source said. The Sox wanted Colon to use his offspeed pitches more, and the source was impressed with Colon's success. [...]

The Chicago Daily Herald made a start for Triple-A Charlotte

News: The Chicago Daily Herald made a start for Triple-A Charlotte on Thursday in his first rehab game. He pitched well, tossing five innings and allowing one run on two hits. [...]

White Sox | Colon confirmed for Thursday start

Mark Gonzales, of The Chicago Tribune, reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) is confirmed for his start with Triple-A Charlotte Thursday, July 9, in his first rehab assignment. His whereabouts were unknown until recently.

Bartolo Colon will make Thursday's start for Triple-A Charlotte,

Bartolo Colon will make Thursday's start for Triple-A Charlotte, according to manager Ozzie Guillen. Thus ends our long national nightmare. Colon was AWOL the past few days, but evidently has been located. [...]

Bartolo Colon will make Thursday's start for Triple-A Charlotte,

Bartolo Colon will make Thursday's start for Triple-A Charlotte, according to manager Ozzie Guillen. Thus ends our long national nightmare. Colon was AWOL the past few days, but evidently has been located. [...]

White Sox | Colon expected to start at Triple-A tonight

ESPNChicago.com's Roman Modrowski reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) is still expected to start at Triple-A Charlotte Thursday, July 9, despite reporting to the team late.

White Sox | Colon surfaces

The Chicago Sun-Times' Chris De Luca reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) arrived at Triple-A Charlotte. Manager Ozzie Guillen said he wants Colon to work on mixing in breaking balls instead of relying on his fastball in his rehab start.

Brian Roberts missed his second straight start Wednesday with

Brian Roberts missed his second straight start Wednesday with flu-like symptoms that have plagued him for almost two weeks. He entered the game as a pinch-hitter and went 0-for-1. This might explain why Roberts is hitting just .156 in the past 11 games. Orioles manager Dave Trembley said he still expected the second baseman and leadoff man to be back in the lineup on Friday, July 10. Ty Wigginton started in his place Wednesday, going 1-fo-3 with a two-run single.

Analysis: Colon last pitched on June 7 against Cleveland before being placed on the disabled list with left knee inflammation. Colon rehabbed on his own in Arizona, but in order to be a possible candidate to start in a split doubleheader at Comerica Park on July 24, he needed to make Thursday's scheduled trip to the mound. Until Wednesday that was still up in the air, though, as the White Sox had been unable to locate Colon for the last week. The veteran righty was 3-6 with a 4.23 ERA in 11 starts before landing on the DL.

Colon resurfaces

Bartolo Colon has been found. MLB.com reports that he has checked in with Triple-A Charlotte and will start for them on Thursday.

Our View: On the DL since June 7th with knee inflammation, Colon was rehabbing on his own in Arizona when the Sox lost track of him. Now that the White Sox have located him, manager Ozzie Guillen had this to say, "To talk to Colon, you've got to talk to 20 different people. You got to talk to 30 different cousins, and then to his agent, who talks to his brother, his brother call his wife, his wife say he's with Pedro, Pedro say he's with Juan," said Guillen, having a little fun with the subject. "I guarantee you I'll call [President Barack] Obama, and we'll have a talk before Colon answers the phone. Obama will put me on hold for one second. It's just the way he is."

Right-hander Bartolo Colon, whose whereabouts had been uncertain

News: Right-hander Bartolo Colon, whose whereabouts had been uncertain a day earlier, is now expected to join the Chicago White Sox's Triple-A team in Charlotte and make his scheduled injury rehab start Thursday, a spokesman said. White Sox general manager Ken Williams said Tuesday the team wasn't sure where Colon was. He was put on the disabled list June 9 and had been in Arizona rehabbing a sore knee and working on his pitching before making a rehab start. "I know where he is supposed to be right now. He's supposed to be in (Triple-A) Charlotte, preparing to start Thursday," Williams said Tuesday, adding that Colon's agent hadn't been in close contact with the pitcher. [...]

Bartolo Colon (knee) was scheduled to arrive in Charlotte on

Bartolo Colon (knee) was scheduled to arrive in Charlotte on Wednesday night, traveling from his native Dominican Republic, and then pitch for the Knights on Thursday in a Triple-A rehab start.

Analysis: Colon last pitched on June 7 against Cleveland before being placed on the disabled list with left knee inflammation. Colon rehabbed on his own in Arizona, but in order to be a possible candidate to start in a split doubleheader at Comerica Park on July 24, he needed to make Thursday's scheduled trip to the mound. Until Wednesday that was still up in the air, though, as the White Sox had been unable to locate Colon for the last week. The veteran righty was 3-6 with a 4.23 ERA in 11 starts before landing on the DL.

Bartolo Colon (knee) was scheduled to arrive in Charlotte on

Bartolo Colon (knee) was scheduled to arrive in Charlotte on Wednesday night, traveling from his native Dominican Republic, and then pitch for the Knights on Thursday in a Triple-A rehab start.

Analysis: Colon last pitched on June 7 against Cleveland before being placed on the disabled list with left knee inflammation. Colon rehabbed on his own in Arizona, but in order to be a possible candidate to start in a split doubleheader at Comerica Park on July 24, he needed to make Thursday's scheduled trip to the mound. Until Wednesday, that was still up in the air, though, as the White Sox had been unable to locate Colon for the last week. The veteran righty was 3-6 with a 4.23 ERA in 11 starts before landing on the DL.

The White Sox have located Bartolo Colon. Colon checked in with

The White Sox have located Bartolo Colon. Colon checked in with Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday night and is scheduled to start there Thursday. Here's how manager Ozzie Guillen described the situation to a group of reporters just before game time Wednesday: "To talk to Colon, you've got to talk to 20 different people. [...]

The White Sox have located Bartolo Colon. Colon checked in with

The White Sox have located Bartolo Colon. Colon checked in with Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday night and is scheduled to start there Thursday. Here's how manager Ozzie Guillen described the situation to a group of reporters just before game time Wednesday: "To talk to Colon, you've got to talk to 20 different people. [...]

White Sox solve Colon mystery

The White Sox often talk about operating "under the radar" where moves being made to improve the team are concerned. But for the past week or so, Bartolo Colon had completely dropped off the team's screen.

Colon is expected to join Chicago's Triple-A team in Charlotte

Colon is expected to join Chicago's Triple-A team in Charlotte to make his scheduled rehab start on Thursday, the Associated Press reports. [...]

White Sox | Unable to locate Colon

Dave Van Dyke, of the Chicago Tribune, reports the Chicago White Sox have been unable to locate SP Bartolo Colon (knee), who is scheduled to make a rehab start for Triple-A Charlotte Thursday, July 9. General manager Kenny Williams said he has been able to contact Colon's agent but his agent has not been able to get a hold of Colon. It is not known if Colon will show up for his rehab start.

On Tuesday, White Sox general manager Kenny Williams said injured

News: On Tuesday, White Sox general manager Kenny Williams said injured SP Bartolo Colon has gone missing. "I know where he is supposed to be right now. He is supposed to be in [Triple-A] Charlotte right now preparing to start what I believe is Thursday," Williams said. "Efforts to contact his agent have been successful, their efforts to contact his client have not been so successful." Colon is on the 15-day disabled list with inflammation in his left knee. [...]

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On Tuesday, White Sox manager Kenny Williams said injured SP

News: On Tuesday, White Sox manager Kenny Williams said injured SP Bartolo Colon has gone missing. "I know where he is supposed to be right now. He is supposed to be in [Triple-A] Charlotte right now preparing to start what I believe is Thursday," Williams said. "Efforts to contact his agent have been successful, their efforts to contact his client have not been so successful." Colon is on the 15-day disabled list with inflammation in his left knee. [...]

Where is Colon?

Bartolo Colon is not with Triple-A Charlotte right now, and the veteran hurler did not inform the White Sox where he is, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer.

Our View: Colon is scheduled to start Thursday's game with Charlotte, but even his agent does not know where he is. He has been rehabbing from right knee inflammation, and could be hurting his chance to return to Chicago if he does not return soon.

Bartolo Colon, slated to start Thursday at Charlotte, is not

Bartolo Colon, slated to start Thursday at Charlotte, is not with the Triple-A club and hasn't contacted the White Sox to inform them of his whereabouts. [...]

Manager Ozzie Guillen has not read any reports regarding Colon's

Manager Ozzie Guillen has not read any reports regarding Colon's (knee) rehab process, the Chicago Tribune reports. [...]

Colon not in Sox' second-half plans?

According to the Chicago Tribune, White Sox' starter Bartolo Colon may not be in the team's plans for the second half of the season. Colon has been on the DL since early June with inflammation in his right knee.

Our View: Colon was expected to start a rehab stint in the minors recently, but manager Ozzie Guillen has not received any reports on his status. The team seems committed to rookie Clayton Richard in the rotation, so it looks like Colon may be out of luck. He should not be considered for fantasy duty in any format at this point.

White Sox | Colon may not be in team's plans

The Chicago Tribune reports Chicago White Sox SP Bartolo Colon (knee) has not given the team any indication of his progress in rehab, so manager Ozzie Guillen has hinted the team may have to go in another direction. "Who can help us the most?" Guillen said of the main factor in determining what happens when Colon is ready. "But in the meanwhile, Colon has to throw more breaking balls and see if he could go back-to-back (starts)."