Rodon returns to White Sox after rehab start

CHICAGO — Carlos Rodon returned to the White Sox on Tuesday after a one-start Minor League rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte in Louisville. The left-hander struck out three and walked two over 3 2/3 innings, allowing two earned runs on five hits while testing a sprained left wrist that put him on the disabled list July 9.

“Felt good,” Rodon said. “It was nice to see the guys down there —  a couple guys I saw in Spring Training, the manager, a few other guys. It was nice to visit. I felt good, yeah, back on track.

“Threw everything, felt good. Everything responded well. Just looking forward to this next start here.”

White Sox manager Robin Ventura said that Rodon will throw again in a couple of days. But it looks as if Rodon’s next start, marking his first Major League outing since July 5, will come at the big league level and potentially this weekend at Target Field.

“Yeah, I believe so. I’m not sure exactly. I’m guessing that’s what it’s going to be,” Rodon said. “I’m excited to get back on the mound and pitch for these guys. Same thing, still baseball: 60 feet, 6 inches, catcher’s there, umpire, just take it the same way. Obviously do better.”

Rodon has a 2-7 record with a 4.50 ERA over 16 starts for the White Sox this season.

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