Feb 20, 2024; Surprise, AZ, USA; Texas Rangers associate manager Will Venable poses for a photo during Media Day at Surprise Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
The Chicago White Sox reportedly have a new manager in Will Venable.
The 42-year-old has been coaching in Major League Baseball for years now, but it’s not often the guys in those gigs are household names like the players on the field.
You might remember Venable from his playing days, most of which were spent as a Padre. But in case you need a refresher or just want to know more about the new South Side skipper, we’re here to help.
1. Will Venable is a World Series champion
For at least a few more hours, the Rangers are the reigning World Series champs, and Venable was a part of their run to that franchise’s first-ever championship last fall.
Venable moved from the Red Sox’ coaching staff to...
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