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White Sox Coach Highlights Young Talent Ahead of Season

2/22/2026

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Derek Shomon, the Chicago White Sox hitting coach, praised Munetaka Murakami for his work ethic ahead of his first major-league season.
Shomon emphasized adapting to the game and highlighted Miguel Vargas and Everson Pereira, who is dealing with tightness.
Newcomer Luisangel Acuña has shown promise with noticeable adjustments.
Will Venable supports Shomon's approach and Shomon aims to connect veterans Benintendi and Hays with the younger roster.

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Story summary

Derek Shomon, the Chicago White Sox hitting coach, praised Munetaka Murakami for his work ethic ahead of his first major-league season.
Shomon emphasized adapting to the game and highlighted Miguel Vargas and Everson Pereira, who is dealing with tightness.
Newcomer Luisangel Acuña has shown promise with noticeable adjustments.
Will Venable supports Shomon's approach and Shomon aims to connect veterans Benintendi and Hays with the younger roster.