As Chicago White Sox legendary broadcaster Kenny Harrelson says, “You can put it on the board – Yes!”
Justin Morneau inked a pro-rated contract with the Pale Hose last week, with an eye on joining the American League lineup in late July.
Morneau, 35, is recovering from elbow surgery for an injury which plagued him last year while playing first base with the Colorado Rockies.
A New Westminster product, the left-sided slugger joins Chicago as they battle for a playoff spot. The 2006 American League MVP and 2014 National League batting champ is eager to get back on the diamond.
“If you told me a few years this is where I’d end up or have an opportunity to play, I don’t know if I would have believed you,” Morneau told MLB.com. “But I’m thankful for it now.”
According to Morneau’s dad, George, its a fitting chapter to the Royal City product’s career.
“He started his baseball (in New West) as a White Sox. Now he’s one again,” he told the Record.
