Valentin's hamstring had been bothering him for the past few days. But I'm glad it happened now, it's early in the year. The White Sox are already without Frank Thomas, who is out for the season with a torn right triceps. Valentin has been one of the Chicago's consistent bright spots. He's the leadoff hitter and the heart of the team.
Some people really have to step up.
Crede is hitting .291 at Charlotte with 33 RBIs. He hit his eighth homer of the season Thursday night. Christiansen is hitting .251 with five home runs and 18 RBIs.