In a pre-season shake-up, Chase Meidroth, who had been favored for the White Sox shortstop position, was informed he wouldn’t make the team as Jacob Amaya surged. Amaya, despite a challenging past, showcased improved performance this spring, leading him to be a strong contender for the Opening Day roster. The club continues to evaluate various players, with general manager Chris Getz considering last-minute roster changes ahead of the official lineup announcement. Manager Will Venable acknowledges the stress this situation brings to players awaiting their fate.
Amaya was in good spirits before the game and declined to speculate on Opening Day. "Nothing confirmed yet," he said.
"Far better spring than what I've had in previous years," said Amaya, who started at shortstop with the expected Opening Day infield of Miguel Vargas at third base.
It puts a stress on everybody," first-year manager Will Venable said, "and this is part of it and you work through it.
Amaya is "a great defender," Venable said.
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