CHICAGO (AP) — Mike Elko's first big league hit was a homer — and a decisive one at that.
Elko's three-run shot in the bottom of the sixth inning put the Chicago White Sox ahead to stay, and they went on to a 4-2 victory over the Miami Marlins on Sunday.
Elko hit .348 for Triple-A Charlotte this season, with 10 home runs in 31 games. After receiving his call-up to the majors, the 26-year-old first baseman made his big league debut Saturday.
He was the designated hitter Sunday when he connected to break a 1-all tie against Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara.