February 28Feb 28 Today's lineup pic.twitter.com/yok4Ur8c5V — Scott Merkin (@scottmerkin) February 28, 2026 Edited February 28Feb 28 by WestEddy
February 28Feb 28 Author From the Merkin newsletter (the price of subscription is an email address and thus, spam hell, so, here's a chunk) MERKIN’S MUSINGS • Munetaka Murakami made an immediate impact during his two-week introduction with the White Sox before leaving to join Team Japan in the World Baseball Classic this week. Shingo Takatsu, Tadahito Iguchi, Kaz Matsui and Daisuke Matsuzaka stopped by the White Sox camp at various times over those two weeks to watch the first baseman. • Brooks Baldwin can hit. I realize it’s Cactus League action, but it’s worth a reminder after what he did at the end of the 2025 season. • Everson Pereira is progressing through his right oblique soreness but has yet to play in a Cactus League game. There’s plenty of time for him to get into action, but as his absence goes longer, another Opening Day roster spot could open. • There’s nothing but appreciation for all the fans who have introduced themselves to me on the Camelback Ranch backfields and at the various Cactus League ballparks. I’ve even met a few from the Flossmoor, Ill., area, where I grew up. Of course, I have nothing but respect for all of those with the ‘Go Blue’ messages of encouragement. Edited February 28Feb 28 by WestEddy
February 28Feb 28 Author Fegan's notes: White Sox notes: Jordan Hicks is settling in, while Sam Antonacci will never settle - Sox Machine - Hicks on board as reliever, trusts stuff - Antonacci plays annoyingly hard - Pereira not ready to swing - Newcomb loves Teel's assertiveness - Paez is scheduled to pitch an inning, likely the 5th (from the comments) Edited February 28Feb 28 by WestEddy
February 28Feb 28 Author DVS pre-game notes White Sox' Miguel Vargas ready to roll now that he's entrenched at third - Chicago Sun-Times - Vargas happy at 3B - OF sick bay - Fedde echoes Sox' pitching philosophy - mini SS recaps
February 28Feb 28 Author We're on @GuardsTV today!#GuardsSpring pic.twitter.com/MKqcwn6SsA — Cleveland Guardians (@CleGuardians) February 28, 2026
February 28Feb 28 27 minutes ago, WestEddy said: DVS pre-game notes White Sox' Miguel Vargas ready to roll now that he's entrenched at third - Chicago Sun-Times - Vargas happy at 3B - OF sick bay - Fedde echoes Sox' pitching philosophy - mini SS recaps Vargas needs to have a big year if he wants to hold that spot long-term. I fully expect another leap, but not sure if it will be enough to hold off the eventual impact of Roch.
February 28Feb 28 Author 7 minutes ago, Chicago White Sox said: Vargas needs to have a big year if he wants to hold that spot long-term. I fully expect another leap, but not sure if it will be enough to hold off the eventual impact of Roch. I would expect him to build upon that .769 OPS he put up from 4/23 onward. Maybe he's the fallback 1B if/when Murakami walks after 2027. Edited February 28Feb 28 by WestEddy
February 28Feb 28 17 minutes ago, Chicago White Sox said: Vargas needs to have a big year if he wants to hold that spot long-term. I fully expect another leap, but not sure if it will be enough to hold off the eventual impact of Roch. Vargas won't be on this roster in 2 years
February 28Feb 28 10 minutes ago, WestEddy said: I would expect him to build upon that .769 OPS he put up from 4/23 onward. Maybe he's the fallback 1B if/when Murakami walks after 2027. If Murakami performs, I hope the Sox plan to resign him. IMO, we should be in “win now” mode by next season unless a lot of things go wrong. And given that we have zero long term payroll commitments, resigning a 1B shouldn’t be a problem for us (hopefully). I think the more likely outcome is Vargas is eventually traded. But even talking about this hypothetical is a good problem to have.
February 28Feb 28 3 minutes ago, joejoesox said: Vargas won't be on this roster in 2 years I’d definitely put my money on that outcome vs. the alternative…I just hope it’s because Roch, Colson, & Murakami have forced the issue.
February 28Feb 28 Author SouthSideSox preview: Game Thread: White Sox (5-4) at Guardians (4-4) | South Side Sox
February 28Feb 28 Author Ant-man dinger!! 107 EV Sam Antonacci with a 107mph 416' nuke that bounces out of the park. 1-0 White Sox. pic.twitter.com/6AOz4bjpPi — FutureSox (@FutureSox) February 28, 2026 Edited February 28Feb 28 by WestEddy
February 28Feb 28 Author 3 minutes ago, CaliSoxFanViaSWside said: I like how this game has started. I must be crazy 🤣 Delusional cult-member. Dear leader Chris Getz made me turn my back on my family and start to like White Sox home runs.
February 28Feb 28 26 minutes ago, WestEddy said: Ant-man dinger!! 107 EV Ant-Man & Tanner Murray leading the Sox in ST HR with 2 each.
February 28Feb 28 8 minutes ago, DirtySox said: Antonacci continues to hit the ball hard. This bodes well. I think ive joined the fan club. The EV's make him different for me than Chase.
February 28Feb 28 2 minutes ago, CaliSoxFanViaSWside said: Great play by Bergolla ! Maybe he's the Wasp to Antonacci's Ant- Man
February 28Feb 28 Meidroth double clutch , stills get Force out at 2nd but no chance for DP. Double scores Kwan. Might not have got Kwan even if Meidroth didnt double clutch.
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