Lucas Giolito describes why the White Sox should contend for years to come
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
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Show Notes
White Sox ace Lucas Giolito speaks with Chuck Garfien about the team's "World Series or bust" attitude at the outset of spring training. He explains how Yasmani Grandal's work behind the plate really stands out, how Michael Kopech is already throwing effortless gas, why he thinks the White Sox bullpen is the best in the majors, which South Side pitcher has the nastiest pitch in the league, why Andrew Vaughn will be a force in 2021 and much more.
(2:00) - Giolito's reaction to Yoan Moncada's music video
(5:30) - White Sox have transitioned from playoffs or bust to World Series or bust
(11:28) - Lucas discusses his first playoff appearance and how he handled it.
(19:45) - The philosophy of pitching, velocity vs control
(26:20) - What kind of talent does Michael Kopech have?
(32:54) - The missing piece this team needs is a killer instinct. Giolitio describes how the Sox can attain it