Grant Taylor Unavailable for White Sox in Crosstown Series Game

White Sox reliever Grant Taylor was not available out of the bullpen during the crosstown series game, per manager Venable as relayed by beat reporter Scott Merkin. No reason was given for his absence.

The bullpen otherwise held its own, per Merkin, with the relievers who did see action turning in solid work — though the White Sox were unable to close out what had been one of the better games of the crosstown series.

What we don't know yet

Venable did not specify whether Taylor's unavailability stems from fatigue, something physical, or another factor entirely. Until the club addresses it further, the nature of the situation remains open.

The White Sox bullpen has been navigating a patchwork stretch: Sean Newcomb was reportedly listed as both opener and closer in a recent outing, and Bryan Hudson has been called upon in high-leverage situations. Taylor's absence adds another variable to a relief corps already working in unconventional configurations.