Andrew Vaughn will not be in the lineup for the Chicago White Soxâs game against the Cubs, marking the first absence after a 24-game stretch. Manager Will Venable cited the need to manage Vaughn's workload. During a recent game, Vaughn struck out but was criticized on social media for allegedly not running to first base when catcher Miguel Amaya couldn't catch the ball. Venable defended Vaughn, stating the situation was unusual and not indicative of a lack of effort, assuring fans he would return to play on Monday.
Venable noted, 'I didn't see it as a lack of effort or anything like that. If I had, I would have talked to him about it.'
Venable stated, 'Trying to be mindful of the workload. He'll be back in there on Monday.'
Venable explained Vaughn's play saying, 'It's one of those where as a hitter if the ball is not in the dirt, you're not thinking run to first base.'
Despite criticism from fans, Vaughn's manager praised the player's awareness in a unique situation and negated claims of lack of effort.
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