GLENDALE, Ariz. — It's merely a coincidence that Tyler Saladino showed great improvement at the plate last season after he grew a mustache for the first time.
But both thrived and became fan favorites in 2016, the White Sox infielder and his handlebar mustache. Roughly a year old and inspired by the 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' character Splinter, the latter has also become a curiosity for fans, teammates and opponents alike.
Twice in the last week, White Sox third baseman Todd Frazier has displayed a keen interest for Saladino's soup saver, first grabbing and twisting it during a staring contest and later pretending to be a reporter to ask him a question about it's makeup.