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White Sox Sign Murakami; Guardians Lead AL Central, Angels Plummet

5/27/2026

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U.S. MLB teams have posted mixed results early in the 2026 season, with several clubs missing expectations.
The Chicago White Sox signed outfielder Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34 million contract, creating a trio with Colson Montgomery and Miguel Vargas.
The Cleveland Guardians rose from a 21-21 record on May 10 to lead the AL Central, while the Los Angeles Angels sit on pace for 102 losses and hold the league’s worst record.

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Story summary

U.S. MLB teams have posted mixed results early in the 2026 season, with several clubs missing expectations.
The Chicago White Sox signed outfielder Munetaka Murakami to a two-year, $34 million contract, creating a trio with Colson Montgomery and Miguel Vargas.
The Cleveland Guardians rose from a 21-21 record on May 10 to lead the AL Central, while the Los Angeles Angels sit on pace for 102 losses and hold the league’s worst record.