On Day 1 of spring training, general manager Rick Hahn told reporters that the goal is for the White Sox to win the World Series in 2021. That ought to get South Side fans fired up for baseball season. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber react to Hahn's comments, as well as Tony La Russa's interview with Bob Nightengale and the idea that Michael Kopech could possibly start the season as part of the White Sox bullpen.

(1:50) - Rick Hahn sets the standard with World Series or bust mentality to begin the season

(6:00) - Tony La Russa's sit down interview with Bob Nightengale

(11:14) - Tony La Russa discusses his latest arrest, and if he considered resigning from the White Sox

(16:30) - Should the White Sox consider using Michael Kopech out of the Bullpen instead of having him in the minors?

(24:40) - Rick Hahn views Michael Kopech as a major league starter and details what they want from him and what they are looking for this season

(28:55) - Andrew Vaughn will be in the mix for DH. Does Yermin Mercedes have a shot?

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White Sox set ’World Series or bust’ expectations as spring training begins