This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.
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Episode Summary
Recap of the Chicago White Sox being swept by Baltimore, and the sudden demotion of Opening Day starting pitcher, Shane Smith
Episode Notes
Rundown
- [Intro] Audio from Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable, who explains the team's thought process of demoting Shane Smith. What he needs to work on in AAA, and the upcoming mental challenge he needs to overcome.
- [4:30] James Fegan and Jim Margalus join the show to discuss Smith being optioned. What is the timeline for Smith to work on his mechanics? How will the White Sox handle Smith's spot in the rotation?
- [13:26] Recap of the Baltimore Orioles series that saw the White Sox hitters continue to struggle with in-zone contact against fastballs. With the team starting 4-8, is there a concern that this team won't reach double-digit wins by May 1?
- [27:00] Series Preview: Kansas City Royals. Why is Kauffman Stadium a house of horrors for the White Sox? Can they finally snap the 14-game losing streak in Kansas City?
- [36:55] Around MLB: Old Friend Reynaldo Lopez punches Jorge Soler with a baseball.
