White Sox right-hander Mike Vasil set for Tommy John surgery after leaving spring start

Chicago White Sox right-hander Mike Vasil is set for season-ending Tommy John surgery after leaving his most recent spring training start with right elbow soreness. The team said on its website Tuesday that Vasil's surgery will be performed in the coming weeks by Texas Rangers team physician Dr. Keith Meister. Vasil exited a start against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the fourth inning Saturday.