When the Chicago White Sox demoted second baseman Micah Johnson to Triple-A Charlotte in the middle of May, some could view it as a bit unfair. Yes, he struggled a bit in the field and on the base paths. But didn’t we know that would be the case coming into the season?
The potential of what his speed could do for the Chicago White Sox everyday lineup won him the starting job at second base in spring training. Even though Carlos Sanchez performed just as well offensively during that time frame and was the superior defender.