PITTSBURGH -- They’ve looked into their first-inning struggles and the only thing the White Sox are certain about is they’re not sure why it’s happening.
The White Sox gave up five more first-inning runs in Monday’s 11-0 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Through 62 games, they have been outscored 53-19 in the opening frame this season. But White Sox manager Robin Ventura is positive it’s not for a lack of preparedness.
“No, they’re ready,” Ventura said. “They’re ready. When they come in the game, they’re ready to go. You can sit there, bounce around, have them throw more pitches, they’re ready to go when they go in the game.