White Sox Recall Edgar Quero After Joey Bart Suffers Left Hand Fracture

Edgar Quero returns to the White Sox roster as Joey Bart moves to the 10-day IL with a fractured left hand sustained against the Red Sox.

CHICAGO -- The Chicago White Sox placed catcher Joey Bart on the 10-day injured list on Friday following a fracture in his left hand. The injury occurred during Thursday night's loss to the Boston Red Sox when Bart was struck by a pitch. In a corresponding roster move, the club recalled 23-year-old catcher Edgar Quero from Triple-A Charlotte to fill the vacancy behind the plate.

Quero returns to the major league roster after previously recording a .194 batting average and two home runs earlier this season. His most recent demotion to the minor leagues occurred on Monday, immediately following the team's trade for Bart. The young catcher began the current campaign as the primary starter while Kyle Teel recovered from a knee injury suffered during the World Baseball Classic. Teel eventually appeared in 19 games before being sidelined by an ankle ailment, which prompted one of Quero's earlier promotions.

Roster Adjustments and Pitching Changes

Beyond the catching rotation, the White Sox also addressed their bullpen by placing reliever Chris Murphy on the injured list. Murphy is dealing with a flexor strain in his left arm. To replace him, the team recalled right-handed pitcher David Sandlin. Sandlin arrives for his third stint with the big league club this year, carrying a 2-1 record and a 6.05 ERA. Across 19⅓ innings pitched for Chicago this season, the righty has worked to stabilize a shifting pitching staff.

Quero expressed confidence regarding his return to the lineup despite his statistical struggles earlier in the year. "Everyone knows it's been a pretty tough year for me," Quero stated. "Last time I was up, I was feeling pretty good. I feel good right now too. I'm ready to go."

Catching Depth Challenges

The White Sox catching depth has been tested repeatedly throughout the season. The cycle began with Kyle Teel’s knee injury during international play, followed by his subsequent ankle issue after a 19-game stretch. Quero has served as the primary internal solution during these periods, fluctuating between the active roster and Triple-A Charlotte as health and trade acquisitions dictated. The acquisition of Bart on Monday was intended to solidify the position, but the hit-by-pitch incident on Thursday night forced the team to revert to their 23-year-old prospect.

Statistical Overview of Recalled Players

David Sandlin’s return provides the White Sox with a familiar arm in the bullpen. His 6.05 ERA over 19⅓ innings reflects the challenges faced during his previous two stints in the majors. Meanwhile, Quero looks to improve upon his .194 mark at the plate. The catcher believes his offensive rhythm is returning, noting that he felt positive during his most recent stretch in the big leagues before the brief Monday demotion.

Jesse Rogers reported these transactions on August 7, 2026, at 5:21 PM ET. The team continues to navigate a season marked by frequent injuries to key defensive positions and relief options. The move to place Bart on the 10-day IL ensures he will miss at least the next week and a half of competition as he recovers from the bone fracture in his left hand.