Happy Fourth of July, Sox Fans! While you’re taking a break from festivities, here’s some Saturday news and notes to get you caught up.
Latest on squad workouts, scrimmages
Rick Renteria said that his goal is to have the team’s first combined workout on Wednesday, followed by an intrasquad game on Thursday.
Right now, the White Sox are working out in two seperate groups that are themselves split into two. It’s all part of the efforts to follow new safety guidelines and limit players from having exposure to large groups.
As for COVID-19 tests, there’s no update though Rick Hahn said yesterday that the Sox will announce the total number of tests performed and any positives once intake is complete.
Giolito to participate in simulated game on Sunday
Starting pitcher Lucas Giolito will see some action on the rubber tomorrow. Renteria said the White Sox’s ace will get up and down off the moud three times in a simulated game.
The Athletic’s James Fegan reports that Giolito did the same last week, as well. It’s all part of the team’s plan to try and build the starters’ innings up.
MLB Schedule to be released on Monday
Major League Baseball will reportedly be unveiling the 2020 schedule on Monday. Only two games are expected to be played on July 23rd, meaning the White Sox will make their season debut on Friday, July 24th.
We’ll have more coverage here on SoxOn35th.com as soon as the schedule is released, followed by a brand new podcast later in the week!
Eloy Jimenez meets with the media
White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez had a chance to talk with local reporters via a Zoom call. Here are some of his notable quotes:
“Too many rules, but we need to get used to it, to this pandemic.”
Jimenez on personality and social distance. (via James Fegan/Twitter)
”It will feel like the rookie summer league. It’s still big league baseball. It will be hard because we play for the fans.”
Jimenez on playing with no fans. (via Bruce Levine/Twitter)
“I’m happy to be back in Chicago, happy to be back with my boys.”
Jimenez on current situation. (via Vinnie Duber/Twitter)
For more from Jimenez, check out these articles from NBC Sports Chicago’s Vinnie Duber and Chicago Sun-Times’ Daryl Van Schouwen.
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Featured Photo: Vinnie Duber/Twitter