Beatline White Sox - Daily Podcast On The Chicago White Sox
Oct 1, 2026 · 9 min · 7 segments
☕ **Enjoying the show?** Keep every episode free → https://buymeacoffee.com/beatlinesports The Chicago White Sox (84-78) face the Cleveland Guardians in a…
Let's dive right into segment one.
This is AL's central action, but with an October twist.
Well, Allison, the style of play is different.
Cleveland tends to be more disciplined, focusing on small ball and defensive positioning.
Our rotation needs to be sharp early because if we leave runners on base, Cleveland will punish us with speed.
So plate discipline is key here.
Who do you see starting? Eric Fed has been solid all year, but Sean Newcomb has shown flashes and relief.
Given the stakes, do you stick with the starter or go to the pen?
I'd expect Eric Fed to get the nod.
He's been consistent, and in a series like this, you want your ace to eat innings.
But the key is his ability to limit walks.
Cleveland doesn't strike out much.
If Fed can keep the pitch count manageable, we're in good shape.
But honestly, Derek, with the injuries we're dealing with, every pitcher matters more than usual.
Let's talk about that list.
It's tough.
Derek Burrows and Prelander Baroa are on the 60-day IL, which means they're out for the foreseeable future.
Stephen O'Kurt and Eniel De Los Santos are also out, which really thins out our middle relief options.
That's a lot of bodies missing.
Let's dive right into segment one.
This is AL's central action, but with an October twist.
Well, Allison, the style of play is different.
Cleveland tends to be more disciplined, focusing on small ball and defensive positioning.
Our rotation needs to be sharp early because if we leave runners on base, Cleveland will punish us with speed.
So plate discipline is key here.
Who do you see starting? Eric Fed has been solid all year, but Sean Newcomb has shown flashes and relief.
Given the stakes, do you stick with the starter or go to the pen?
I'd expect Eric Fed to get the nod.
He's been consistent, and in a series like this, you want your ace to eat innings.
But the key is his ability to limit walks.
Cleveland doesn't strike out much.
If Fed can keep the pitch count manageable, we're in good shape.
But honestly, Derek, with the injuries we're dealing with, every pitcher matters more than usual.
Let's talk about that list.
It's tough.
Derek Burrows and Prelander Baroa are on the 60-day IL, which means they're out for the foreseeable future.
Stephen O'Kurt and Eniel De Los Santos are also out, which really thins out our middle relief options.
That's a lot of bodies missing.
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