White Sox's clubhouse leadership remains a question mark – Audacy

(670 The Score) A leadership void in the White Sox’s clubhouse has been a hot topic since veteran first baseman Jose Abreu left the team in free agency last offseason. While first-year White Sox manager Pedro Grifol and his staff have done everything expected of them, according to the front office and players alike, it seems there’s a missing ingredient for a struggling team that was expected to contend at a higher level this season. “Veteran leadership is important,” Grifol said Sunday. “It becomes tough to lead when you are going through your own adversity. That is why most great leaders are guys who play every day. They are not necessarily great, great players but are out there battling each day. This is a team game, but it’s also played individually. So when you are fighting through adversity, the (leadership box) goes to the bottom of the list while you try and find yourself. The exceptional guys can battle though things and still lead. We have a few of those guys here.” The theory that the White Sox (34-46) go as shortstop Tim Anderson goes isn’t a new revelation. Hampered by injuries and personal struggles, Anderson has struggled mightily in
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