Next Man Up Mentality Plays a Role in White Sox First Half Success

Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Adam Engel, Leury García and Andrew Vaughn have all filled key roles for the White Sox season, stepping up and coming through for the club in times of need.When pitchers and catchers reported to Glendale back in February, White Sox fans eagerly awaited the start of the 2021 season. The team was coming off of its first playoff appearance since 2008, and many believed this year they had the ability to truly make some noise.

Cleveland were always a threat with great pitching, and the Twins were coming off of consecutive AL Central crowns. But this year, it felt like it was time for the White Sox to break through and win the first of hopefully many…