Lineups Outlook: Antonacci and Vargas spark the White Sox
Jul 3 2026
Building on the theme from the last post in this series, two White Sox hitters are featured, forming a potentially strong one-two punch atop the lineup as Chicago eyes competing for the divisional title as soon as this season. We'll also explore a Hall of Fame pitcher's son amid a potential power breakout, and a rookie on the precipice of hitting cleanup for the Pirates.
- Sam Antonacci has hit leadoff in 39-of-66 games this season, and in 16 of his last 20 since June 6.
- Miguel Vargas has moved into the second spot of the batting order in nine of his last 10 starts.
A spark plug atop the lineup, Antonacci has a robust 39.3 on-base percentage in his rookie campaign, and it's been better over the last 31 days, reaching 42.9...
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