Why White Sox catcher Zack Collins thinks he belongs on Opening Day roster
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
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Show Notes
Zack Collins speaks with Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey about the competition for the White Sox backup-catcher job and why he believes it would be a mistake for the team to leave him off its Opening Day roster. He explains how he's become a better hitter and catcher, the challenge and pressure of being a part-time player in the big leagues, the White Sox pitcher who has surprised him the most in camp, and more.
(3:38) - Collins discusses his attitude and intention of making the Opening Day roster
(7:40) - How he's grown as a catcher, the hurdles he's faced in the majors
(15:00) - What it would mean to make the Opening Day roster
(27:30) - Learning the pitchers on the staff and which pitcher has surprised him the most
(30:30) - The feeling inside the White Sox clubhouse and why confidence is high about the 2021 season