Overview
- After a compilation on X showed four instances of the mistake, Getz issued a lighthearted statement Thursday confirming Acuña hits only right-handed and said he called the player to apologize.
- Luisangel Acuña, 23, arrived from the Mets in January as the headliner in the Luis Robert Jr. trade, which also sent right-hander Truman Pauley to Chicago.
- MLB.com and local reports note Acuña has never taken a professional left-handed at-bat, underscoring why handedness matters for lineup construction and platoon planning.
- Coverage from multiple outlets amplified the clips and Getz’s follow-up, fueling debate over the White Sox leadership’s preparation during an organizational transition.
- Spring training reporting indicates Acuña is set to report with position players Sunday and is expected to see time in center field after a 2025 season marked by speed and defensive versatility.