White Sox ADD Austin Hays, TRADE for Jordan Hicks & David Sandlin in BIG Weekend MOVES you will like

The Chicago White Sox shake up their roster, signing Austin Hays and trading for Jordan Hicks and pitching prospect David Sandlin. Could these savvy moves accelerate their rebuild and finally lift the team from rock bottom?

Host Todd Welter spotlights how GM Chris Getz leveraged financial flexibility from the Luis Robert Jr. trade to address glaring bullpen and outfield needs, while weaving in short-term deals to maintain future cap space.

Key topics include the upside and risks of Sandlin’s power arsenal, Jordan Hicks' role in the rotation versus bullpen, and Austin Hayes' impact against left-handed pitching. Plus, Todd Welter examines Frank Thomas’ accusations of disrespect during Black History Month and how the organization manages its legends. Find out whether these latest moves position the White Sox for long-term success or leave fans with more questions as the AL Central season approaches.

0:00 – Sox Weekend Moves
Recap of active White Sox weekend acquisitions – Austin Hays, Jordan Hicks, David Sandlin, and overall team improvement. Insights on short-term deals and the value brought by the new additions.

11:00 – Luis Robert Jr. Savings being used well?
Analysis of how the financial resources freed by trading Luis Robert Jr. have been reallocated. Discussion on whether the team used the $20 million wisely, focusing on roster depth, bullpen upgrades, and prospect strategy.

23:42 – Frank Thomas Controversy
Deep dive into Frank Thomas’s reaction to the White Sox Black History Month tweet. Exploration of Thomas’s legacy, issues of recognition, and broader implications for the team’s treatment of its legends.

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