This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.
Episode Summary
Chicago White Sox are 22-21, riding a five game winning streak, and seem ready to take on the Chicago Cubs this weekend
Episode Notes
Rundown
- [Intro] The Chicago White Sox are riding high extending their winning streak to five games, and are 22-21 after sweeping the Kansas City Royals. What do we make of the White Sox being above .500 at this stage of the 2026 season? We know why this team could stumble, but in what ways can the White Sox continue to overachieve.
- [10:34] Bottom of the lineup chaos
- [16:46] Many random, good things happened for the White Sox this week against Kansas City. Highlighted by Derek Hill saving the day, and Randal Grichuk big four RBI game.
- [20:27] Recapping the pitching performance against the Royals and thinking out load what is ailing Noah Schultz.
- [28:30] The start of our Crosstown Classic preview
- [30:56] Manager Will Venable provides an update on Kyle Teel and his non-availability for this weekend series.
- [34:30] Pitching probables for White Sox vs. Cubs
- [36:47] Can Sean Burke start the series on the right foot?
- [38:43] Is Saturday's start going to be the national launch pad for Davis Martin?
- [43:44] One matchup to watch: Seranthony Dominguez vs. the Cubs power left-handed bats.
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