This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.
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Episode Summary
Spring Training games begin this weekend as the Chicago White Sox have many pitchers to sort through while they figure out if Everson Pereira is a valid option for the outfield.
Episode Notes
Rundown
- [Intro] Audio from Spring Training media sessions from manager Will Venable and hitting coach Derek Shomon. What impresses Shoman the most about Munetaka Murakami? Also, Everson Pereira seems to be a focus for the coaching staff early in camp.
- [6:50] James Fegan shares the latest intel on what to expect in the first weekend of spring training games. Jim Margalus shares what he's watching early in games against the Cubs, Athletics, and Brewers.
- [14:39] There's been more of a focus on Everson Pereira. Is he a priority in making the 26-man roster?
- [21:47] As we hear more from the pitchers at camp, it seems that Chris Getz is giving as many as 10 players a shot at making the starting rotation. For those that don't make the rotation, how would they fit in a potential eight-man bullpen?
- [35:21] A discussion about Tony Clark's resignation as Executive Director of the MLBPA. Also, a breakdown of how the White Sox union leadership committee works.
- [50:22] Random, but Mountain Dew's Baja Blast is now the official soft drink of MLB. Does anyone drink soda/pop in the White Sox clubhouse? Would Red Bull been a better choice?
