Travis Jankowski awaits roster decision with White Sox

Travis Jankowski, a player for the Chicago White Sox, is waiting to see if he will make the team's roster as Opening Day approaches. He left the Cubs camp after being left off the travel roster for Japan and quickly joined the Sox. Jankowski had previously played under Sox manager Will Venable and appreciates the honesty from general manager Chris Getz about the team's outfield situation. With injuries to Andrew Benintendi and Austin Slater, Jankowski is hoping to secure a spot on the team. He is focused on playing well and believes that if he performs, opportunities will come. This spring, he has had a mixed performance, with a batting average of .236 overall, but he is trying to impress the coaches. Jankowski has a minor league contract but can opt out if he does not make the roster. He wants to be part of a big league team rather than remaining in the minor leagues. He expressed confidence that if things don’t work out with the Sox, he could find another opportunity elsewhere. In the meantime, Slater and Benintendi are recovering from injuries but might return to play soon. Other players like Penn Murfee are dealing with minor issues, but their injuries are not serious. The White Sox have had a tough spring with recent losses, including a game against the Mariners where their pitching struggled. Overall, the team continues to prepare for their Opening Day matchup against the Angels on March 27.