White Sox have leaned into strengths with heavy bullpen use, but change is coming

The Chicago White Sox have relied heavily on openers and bullpen management to stay undefeated through four postseason games, allowing just seven earned runs. Manager Will Venable and general manager Chris Getz noted that the strategy plays directly to the roster's strengths amid favorable rest days during the American League Division Series.

However, a condensed schedule featuring up to three games in four days may soon force the team to abandon openers and return to traditional starter outings. Sean Newcomb is set to open Game 3 against the Cleveland Guardians, but Venable acknowledged that unused arms will likely be called upon.