Frequently Asked Questions
Who is David Sandlin and what did he do in his MLB debut?
David Sandlin is a White Sox rookie pitcher who made his first career start against the Minnesota Twins. He dominated over six innings, allowing just one hit while striking out four batters without issuing a walk, retiring 18 straight batters after giving up a home run on his second career pitch.
How did the White Sox acquire David Sandlin?
The White Sox acquired David Sandlin this off-season by taking on Jordan Hicks' contract in a trade. The move is already looking like a genius decision by GM Chris Getz based on Sandlin's dominant debut performance.
What happened to Noah Schultz and how does it relate to Sandlin's debut?
Noah Schultz was placed on the injured list due to a knee injury. This move opened up a rotation spot that allowed David Sandlin to get called up and make his first major league start.
How many runs did the White Sox score against the Twins and what made it special?
The White Sox scored 15 runs on 18 hits against the Minnesota Twins. What made it special was that every player who started the game recorded at least one hit, creating an offensive performance for the ages.
What kind of pitches does David Sandlin throw and how hard does he throw?
Sandlin features an impressive fastball that sits around 97 mph and an effective off-speed arsenal with breaking balls. He was extremely efficient in his debut, throwing only 61 pitches over six innings.
Craig Rowland
Craig is a former college baseball player and currently a practicing attorney. He is a lifelong White Sox fan and has been covering the team for Sports Mockery since 2022. Prior to Sports Mockery, Craig started the White Sox podcast "A Seat At The Table" while completing his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois.
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