The White Sox have named rookie Hagen Smith as their Game 1 starter against the Guardians in their Division Series matchup, per MLB.com. The two teams meet for the 14th time this season on Saturday.
Smith expressed readiness for the assignment in remarks to the media. "I'm just a pitcher," he said. "Whatever I need to do, I'll do." MLB.com also reported that relievers Erick Taylor and Schultz will be integral to the White Sox's pitching plans throughout the series, though the outlet did not elaborate on their specific roles.