Young Arms, Smart Plans: Pitching Coach Ethan Katz on the Sox's Surprising Staff

The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Chicago Sports Network

Sports, Sports:baseball, Baseball

4.4 • 612 Ratings

🗓️ 10 July 2025

⏱️ 15 minutes

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On this episode of The White Sox Podcast, Chuck Garfien talks with pitching coach Ethan Katz about how his pitching staff has been able to outperform others like the Dodgers and Blue Jays. From managing innings for young starters to getting elite results from Rule 5 picks, Katz explains the strategy, communication, and development driving the Sox's surprising success on the mound.

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