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Andrew Vaughn’s ‘be a pro’ approach with the Chicago White Sox has the rookie eager for the postseason: ‘I’m super excited for what the days ahead hold’

“Tony was like, ‘What (position) do you think you’re playing?’ ” Vaughn recalled with a laugh Saturday at Progressive Field.

That approach has aided Vaughn — a natural first baseman — throughout his rookie season with the Chicago White Sox. Thursday marked his first career start at third. He also switched to the position during a July 1 game against the Minnesota Twins.

White Sox first baseman Andrew Vaughn hits a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Athletics on Aug. 19, 2021, at Guaranteed Rate Field.
White Sox first baseman Andrew Vaughn hits a two-run home run in the fifth inning against the Athletics on Aug. 19, 2021, at Guaranteed Rate Field.

“It wasn’t my first game there, you could say that,” Vaughn said.