This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.
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Episode Summary
2026 Preview Podcast episodes begin with the Chicago White Sox infielders. What constitutes a successful season? Yay or Nay, and Over/Under predictions.
Episode Notes
Rundown
- [Intro] Audio from Will Venable and Shane Smith after the Chicago White Sox announce their Opening Day starter. After Smith, how does the rest of the White Sox starting rotation stack? Also, is it OK if the White Sox give Smith extra day of rest to start 2026?
- [8:49] 2026 Preview: First Base and Munetaka Murakami What would be a successful season for Murakami? Yay or Nay: Rookie of the Year honors in 2026? Over/Under: 30.5 home runs.
- [21:20] 2026 Preview: Second Base and Chase MeidrothWhat would be a successful season for Meidroth? Yay or Nay: Meidroth plays most games at 2B for White SoxOver/Under: 124.5 base hits
- [28:56] 2026 Preview: Third Base and Miguel VargasWhat would be a successful season for Vargas? Yay or Nay: Vargas settles 3B future for White SoxOver/Under: 70.5 RBI
- [41:02] 2026 Preview: Shortstop and Colson MontgomeryWhat would be a successful season for Montgomery? Yay or Nay: Montgomery has another 3+ WAR seasonOver/Under: 27.5 HR
