White Sox's Miguel Vargas sidelined by left oblique strain

ANAHEIM, Calif. --Chicago White Soxinfielder Miguel Vargas was scratched from Saturday night's game at the Los Angeles Angels because of a left oblique strain.

Vargas was replaced at first base by Lenyn Sosa. The White Sox said Vargas was being further evaluated.

The 25-year-old Vargas was acquired from theLos Angeles Dodgersas part of a three-team trade in July 2024. He is batting .229 with 13 homers and 44 RBIs in 106 games.

Prior to the matchup with the Angels, the White Sox placed right-hander Dan Altavilla on the 15-day injured list with a right lat strain. Right-hander Owen White was recalled from Triple-A Charlotte.

The team also announced that first baseman Ryan Noda was claimed off waivers by theBaltimore Orioles.

The 32-year-old Altavilla is 0-1 with a 2.36 ERA and two saves in 25 games with Chicago this year.