Tanner Banks waited a long time for his shot at the big leagues.
The 30-year-old Utah native spent seven seasons in the minors, making 115 starts. At some moments, the jump up to the big show must’ve seemed distant. But the current rash of injuries obliterated the White Sox rotation and left a few gaps, including an opportunity for Banks.
He made his debut two weeks ago closing out a memorable win, with the Chisox walloping Detroit, 10-1. Banks went two innings, striking out four and allowing no hits. He grinned his way through the traditional beer shower in the Sox dugout, reveling in the moment.