White Sox Promote Tim Elko, Who Homers in MLB Debut; Vaughn Homers as Sox Beat Marlins 6-2

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Updated May 11, 2025, 08:15 PM

The Chicago White Sox have promoted first baseman Tim Elko from Triple-A Charlotte to their major league roster, officially selecting his contract and designating infielder Nick Maton for assignment. Elko, who has been making a strong case for a major league spot, especially following a standout April with the Charlotte Knights, made his major league debut against the Miami Marlins. Wearing jersey number 30, Elko started at first base in the lineup. In his debut series, Elko hit a tie-breaking three-run homer off Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara, marking his first major league hit and helping the White Sox take a 4-1 lead in the sixth inning.

Meanwhile, Andrew Vaughn, the White Sox designated hitter, homered in consecutive games, including one in the first inning of Elko's debut, contributing to the team's 6-2 victory over the Marlins on Friday, which ended a four-game losing streak for Chicago. However, the Marlins rallied the following night to beat the White Sox 3-1, with Eric Wagaman hitting a two-run triple to break an eighth-inning tie and Kyle Stowers adding a home run in the late innings. The White Sox currently hold an 11-29 record, placing them fifth in the American League Central, while the Miami Marlins stand at 15-23, fifth in the National League East.

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