## Key Developments Across the Baseball World This Weekend

As the weekend approaches, here are three notable storylines to keep an eye on in the baseball world:

### White Sox Prospect Kyle Teel Set for Major League Debut

Exciting news awaits White Sox fans as top catching prospect Kyle Teel is set to make his major league debut today. Teel, the centerpiece in the trade for Garrett Crochet, has impressed at the Triple-A level, hitting .295 with an on-base percentage of .394 and a slugging percentage of .492 over 50 games. Drafted 14th overall just two years ago, the 23-year-old is a consensus top-50 prospect in the sport. The White Sox currently rotate Korey Lee and Edgar Quero behind the plate, and it's yet to be seen how Teel’s arrival will alter the dynamics. Additionally, Teel has taken some training at first base, adding to his versatility. To make room for Teel on the 40-man roster, the White Sox will need to make a corresponding move.

### Cubs and Tigers Face Off in a High-Stakes Series

This weekend's series between the Cubs and the Tigers is set to be a thrilling one, featuring the two best records in baseball. Detroit, which barely made the playoffs last year, has seen a resurgence in 2025, thanks in large part to Spencer Torkelson’s breakout season and the impactful acquisition of Gleyber Torres. On the other hand, the Cubs bolstered their lineup by trading for star outfielder Kyle Tucker, whose presence has been enhanced by Pete Crow-Armstrong's breakout performance. The series opener will feature reigning AL Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal, boasting a 2.26 ERA, against Cubs pitcher Ben Brown, who holds a 5.72 ERA. Subsequent matches will see Jameson Taillon (3.76 ERA) and Cade Horton (3.51 ERA) take the mound for the Cubs, facing off against Keider Montero (4.02 ERA) and Jack Flaherty (3.72 ERA) for the Tigers.

### A's Catcher Shea Langeliers Awaits MRI Results

The Oakland A's are awaiting more information on Shea Langeliers, who left a recent game due to pain on his left side. Described as a "left flank injury," the catcher underwent an MRI for further assessment. Should Langeliers miss some time, the team would likely rely on Willie MacIver and Jhonny Pereda, which would represent an offensive downgrade. Manager Mark Kotsay has hinted that Tyler Soderstrom could be considered for the catching role in the short term. Although Soderstrom's defensive abilities are seen as sub-par, he did start several games during spring training and has significant experience at the position in the minors. He hasn't caught in the 2025 season beyond those spring training appearances and only logged one big league game as a catcher in 2024.

Stay tuned as these stories develop over the weekend.