In his inaugural season as the Chicago White Sox broadcaster, John Schriffen endured significant backlash from fans and media, particularly during a tumultuous 121-loss season. Though Sutera Schriffen, Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf, and manager Pedro Grifol also faced scrutiny, Schriffen's on-air antics, including rants against critics and exaggerated commentary, drew the most ire. Looking ahead to his second season, Schriffen reflects on the challenges of stepping in for a beloved predecessor and acknowledges his growth as both a broadcaster and individual, seeking to improve his approach in the future.
"Last year was a huge growing year for me, not only as a broadcaster but as a person. I think it was a tough season because of what I walked into."
"You have a team where we knew they weren't going to be very good. Taking over for a broadcaster that everybody loved was challenging."
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