Kyle Teel Taking Practice Reps at First Base
Kyle Teel has reportedly been getting practice reps at first base in an effort to add to his positional versatility, which should provide multiple paths to the majors and playing time once he gets there. The team just got Korey Lee back from the IL, and while he doesn't add much with the bat, he gets rave reviews for his defense and game-calling ability. The Sox also promoted Edgar Quero earlier this season, who has acquitted himself well at the plate thus far. First baseman and former third-overall draft pick Andrew Vaughn hasn't panned out, and after getting off to a terrible start this year, was consequently optioned to Triple-A on May 23, which has provided an opportunity for someone to fill that gap. Teel hit safely in 28 of 30 games, batting .345 with seven doubles and five home runs from April 13 to May 27 before cooling off over his last four games. The 23-year-old should be up by mid-season and is one of the top prospect stashes. If he gets added first-base eligibility, it would make him even more appealing for fantasy.
Source: Bruce Levine
Chicago White Sox catching prospect Source: Bruce Levine

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