White Sox pitching prospect Carlos Rodon is expected to make his first Major League start on Saturday against the Reds, according to the Chicago Tribune. The young left-hander was seen throwing in Chicago's bullpen on Wednesday, which could be a prelude to a start, per MLB.com.
Rodon made his MLB debut on April 21, and has appeared in just three games for the White Sox. He last pitched on Saturday, when he gave up six hits and no runs while striking out two and walking one in three innings against the Twins.
The White Sox will need a spot starter now that Jeff Samardzija has dropped his appeal and will begin serving a five-game suspension on Wednesday. The team has not confirmed if Rodon will indeed make the start on Friday.