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Matt Lindstrom | Relief Pitcher

Team: Chicago White Sox
Age / DOB:  (33) / 2/11/1980
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 218
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
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Matt Lindstrom has allowed an earned run in three of his last five relief appearances.
The streaky Idahoan didn't allow a run through April 20, then gave up six in his next four appearances, then was perfect in May until the 10th, when his newest batch of concerns cropped up. The 32-year-old reliever, signed to a one-year, $2.8 million contract over the winter, holds a 4.76 ERA over 17 innings. Lindstrom will continue operating out of a middle relief role. May 21 - 5:41 AM

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Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

White Sox signed RHP Matt Lindstrom to a one-year, $2.8 million contract.

The deal also includes a $4 million option for 2014, as well as $2.25 million in bonuses and escalators based on games finished to be paid out over the life of the contract. It's a nice little under-the-radar signing for the Palehose, as Lindstrom boasts a 2.85 ERA and 1.24 WHIP over the last two seasons.
Jan 25 - 1:37 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports that free agent right-hander Matt Lindstrom has agreed to terms with the White Sox on a one-year contract.

The deal, which is dependent on Lindstrom passing a physical, also includes an option for the 2014 campaign. The 32-year-old reliever posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings for the Orioles and Diamondbacks in 2012, and will work in a setup role in Chicago.
Related: White Sox
Source: Jon Heyman on Twitter
Jan 19 - 6:52 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports that the Orioles are among the teams interested in free agent reliever Matt Lindstrom.

The O's traded Lindstrom to the Diamondbacks in August for Joe Saunders, but they would like to bring him back. The 32-year-old right-hander posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings last season, so there should be plenty of competition for his services.
Related: Orioles
Source: Dan Connolly on Twitter
Jan 1 - 11:31 AM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Diamondbacks declined RHP Matt Lindstrom's $4 million club option for 2013.

Lindstrom will receive a $200,000 buyout and test free agency. The 32-year-old posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings this season between the Orioles and Diamondbacks. While the D-Backs didn't pick up the option, Lindstrom might be able to fetch a multi-year deal this winter.
Source: John Gambadoro on Twitter
Wed, Oct 31, 2012 01:56:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Diamondbacks acquired RHP Matt Lindstrom and a player to be named later for LHP Joe Saunders and cash considerations.

It's a surprisingly good return for the Diamondbacks, as Saunders is a rental player and hasn't been particularly effective since the All-Star break. Lindstrom has a 2.72 ERA in 35 appearances for the Orioles. His $4 million option in 2013 will likely be declined.
Sun, Aug 26, 2012 12:22:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom (knee) surrendered three earned runs in 2 1/3 innings Wednesday against the Rays.

Lindstrom walked three and allowed a home run. The right-hander had been idle five days with a knee bruise.
Thu, Jul 26, 2012 08:50:00 AM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom (knee) said he could pitch Monday if needed.

Lindstrom hasn't pitched since being hit in the left knee with a comebacker during Friday's game. He's still dealing with some soreness and swelling, but has done some light running and long-tossing.
Source: Dan Connolly on Twitter
Mon, Jul 23, 2012 04:07:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom was diagnosed with a left knee contusion after taking a comebacker from Johnny Damon in Friday's game against the Indians.

The injury isn't considered serious, but he might not be available Saturday as a precautionary measure. Lindstrom said he expects to be OK, and confirmed he's not dealing with any ligament damage.
Source: Orioles.mlb.com
Sat, Jul 21, 2012 09:08:00 AM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom left Friday's game against the Indians in the bottom of the eighth inning after being hit in the left knee with a comebacker off the bat of Johnny Damon.

Lindstrom allowed two hits over an inning of work before being replace by Kevin Gregg. The severity of the injury isn't yet clear.
Source: Dan Connolly on Twitter
Fri, Jul 20, 2012 09:59:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Orioles activated RHP Matt Lindstrom from the 15-day disabled list.

Lindstrom ended up missing a month and a half with a ligament tear in his right middle finger. The veteran right-hander returns to a 1.29 ERA and 14/4 K/BB ratio over 14 innings this season. He'll continue to pitch in a set-up capacity for closer Jim Johnson.
Wed, Jun 27, 2012 03:31:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom (finger) won't be activated from the disabled list until Wednesday.

Lindstrom was hoping to return Tuesday night, but the O's want him to long-toss one more time to be sure that he has no lingering issues with his right middle finger or throwing arm. The right-hander has been on the shelf since early May.
Source: Roch Kubatko on Twitter
Tue, Jun 26, 2012 04:16:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom (finger) hopes to be activated from the disabled list Tuesday.

Lindstrom allowed four runs (two earned) over 4 1/3 innings during his rehab stint between the O's Gulf Coast League team and Double-A Bowie. The O's haven't made an official roster move yet and he'll need to be cleared by team doctors first. Assuming he is activated, he'll likely take the roster spot of Dana Eveland, who is expected to be placed on the paternity leave list.
Related: Dana Eveland
Source: Dan Connolly on Twitter
Tue, Jun 26, 2012 03:28:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom (finger) allowed three runs -- one earned -- on three hits and one walk in 1 1/3 innings in a rehab appearance Friday at Double-A Bowie.

He threw 32 pitches, 18 for strikes. It was Lindstrom's third appearance since being placed on the disabled list with a ligament tear in his right middle finger. He's scheduled to continue his rehab Sunday, and should rejoin the Orioles by the end of the month.
Source: Roch Kubatko on Twitter
Fri, Jun 22, 2012 08:47:00 PM
Matt Lindstrom - R - White Sox

Matt Lindstrom (finger) allowed one run on two hits in an inning of work Wednesday with the Orioles' Gulf Coast League affiliate.

It was Lindstrom's second appearance as he makes his way back from a slightly torn ligament in his right middle finger. He's scheduled to continue his rehab with Double-A Bowie on Friday and should rejoin the O's bullpen by the end of the month.
Source: Roch Kubatko on Twitter
Wed, Jun 20, 2012 02:39:00 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Tyler Flowers
2Hector Gimenez
1B1Paul Konerko
2B1Gordon Beckham
SS1Alexei Ramirez
3B1Jeff Keppinger
2Conor Gillaspie
LF1Dayan Viciedo
CF1Alejandro De Aza
2Dewayne Wise
RF1Alex Rios
2Casper Wells
3Jordan Danks
DH1Adam Dunn
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1Chris Sale
2Jake Peavy
3John Danks
4Gavin Floyd
5Jose Quintana
6Dylan Axelrod
7Hector Santiago
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Addison Reed
2Matt Thornton
3Jesse Crain
4Nate Jones
5Matt Lindstrom
6Deunte Heath
7Ramon Troncoso
8Leyson Septimo