Nick Delmonico

Nicky Delmonico (neck) scratched on Thursday, Trayce Thompson to start for White Sox

Chicago White Sox outfielder Nicky Delmonico (neck) is a late scratch for Thursday's game against the Kansas City Royals.

What It Means:

Delmonico is dealing with some neck stiffness, so he'll be replaced by Trayce Thompson in the outfield. Thompson will bat eighth against Royals right-hander Jakob Junis. Tim Anderson will jump up to the two-hole, while Yolmer Sanchez will now bat third.

Delmonico is hitting .246/.352/.311 with 4 runs, 1 home run, 4 RBIs, and 1 stolen base over 71 plate appearances.