CHICAGO -- Following tonight’s game vs. Oakland, the Chicago White Sox optioned right-handed pitcher José Ruiz to Class AAA Charlotte.

Ruiz, 24, is 1-2 with a 5.45 ERA (20 ER/33.0 IP), 28 strikeouts and one hold in 34 relief appearances with the White Sox this season.

Chicago will make a corresponding roster move prior to tomorrow afternoon’s series finale vs. the Athletics.