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The Complex White Sox kick off their season on Monday night, facing the Padres on the road in Peoria, Ariz. And somewhat surprisingly, the club begins its short season fairly well packed with big and familiar prospect names.
First, a switch. If you are wondering, oh boy, why we gotta hear about the ACL already, those hives breaking out on your skin tell the truth: The season is opening a month earlier than in the past, and winding up on July 25.