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White Sox Update: Reinsdorf meets lawmakers, Getz takes questions

Originally posted on Sox On 35th | By Tim Moran | Last updated 2/21/24

The South Siders’ second full-squad workout of the spring was generally a quiet one for the players, save for some tough injury news for minor-league pitcher Edgar Navarro.

Tuesday’s most interesting tidbits came from the organization and general manager Chris Getz. In conjunction with Related Midwest, the White Sox released a statement regarding legislation necessary for the construction of a potential ballpark in “The 78”. Getz, meanwhile, empathized with fans’ scorn for an internal GM hire and touched on the right field situation.

White Sox meet with lawmakers, release statement on new park

After reports a few days ago about the need for public money to construct a stadium in “The 78”, Jerry Reinsdorf and property owners Related Midwest met with Springfield lawmakers today.

He’s arrived. Jerry Reinsdorf comes to Springfield to ask for funding for new White Sox stadium. pic.twitter.com/8GBccMQ7l1
— Mary Ann Ahern (@MaryAnnAhernNBC) February 20, 2024

Regarding the matter, the tandem shared some general comments supporting the project and thanking legislators.

Getz empathizes with skeptical fans, praises Dominic Fletcher

Promoted from within the organization in August, Chris Getz heard the negativity of Sox supporters towards an internal hire. Today, the general manager got candid on the matter, understanding the disapproval.

Chris Getz understands fans' initial disdain for his internal hire as CWS GM: “I’m a fan of sports. And I’ve got sports teams I’ve grown up and feel strongly connected to and if there are struggles, the last thing you want to here is that there’s going to be an internal hire."
— Scott Merkin (@scottmerkin) February 20, 2024

More from Getz: "You get thrust into like you are a part of the problem: How could you possibly bring us to a position to be successful." More from Getz in an upcoming story on his plan and what this job truly means to him.
— Scott Merkin (@scottmerkin) February 20, 2024

Getz: "That’s why you go out there and you’ve got to prove your worth. That will take time and I understand that. That is fair. And hopefully our fan base can sense us moving in the right direction.”
— Scott Merkin (@scottmerkin) February 20, 2024

Chris Getz said Dominic Fletcher has a “leg up” in the RF battle

He said Sox are focused on what they have when asked about remaining free agents.

He raved about adjustments 2023 first round pick Jacob González has made after a tough pro debut

I picked these 3 items at random.
— James Fegan (@JRFegan) February 20, 2024

Michael Kopech, Chris Flexen get stretched out

Kopech pitched to top prospect Colson Montgomery and mustered a whiff alongside a couple of takes.

Michael Kopech vs. Colson Montgomery during live batting practice at Sox spring training pic.twitter.com/J3BzAxZKeX
— Vinnie Duber (@VinnieDuber) February 20, 2024

Kopech live BP pic.twitter.com/SNNhk2mJ1z
— Daryl Van Schouwen (@CST_soxvan) February 20, 2024

Chris Flexen wraps up his bullpen. pic.twitter.com/VMEkEBSQ3a
— Daryl Van Schouwen (@CST_soxvan) February 20, 2024

Kevin Pillar, Andrew Benintendi discuss 2024 season outlook

Kevin Pillar. pic.twitter.com/2jL7yaBdFH
— Daryl Van Schouwen (@CST_soxvan) February 20, 2024

Andrew Benintendi. pic.twitter.com/LRak6isM0N
— Daryl Van Schouwen (@CST_soxvan) February 20, 2024

Luis Robert Jr., Andrew Vaughn, Yoan Moncada get loose

Luis Robert Jr. getting ready pic.twitter.com/lT81AnFtlT
— Scott Merkin (@scottmerkin) February 20, 2024

Andrew Vaughn and Luis Robert Jr. taking some cuts at Sox spring training pic.twitter.com/JJUJMpZfPs
— Vinnie Duber (@VinnieDuber) February 20, 2024

Here’s Yoán Moncada blasting a ball off the left-field wall against Alex Speas during live batting practice at Sox spring training pic.twitter.com/jDqHXyxQqM
— Vinnie Duber (@VinnieDuber) February 20, 2024