How the White Sox found Yermín Mercedes, plus Jake Burger's comeback - a podcast by NBC Sports Chicago

Yermín Mercedes has been one of the best stories in baseball in the early stages of the 2021 season as he's completed his journey from unknown prospect to the American League Rookie of the Month. So how did the White Sox find him? Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox assistant general manager Chris Getz, who explains how the team came upon Mercedes in 2017, the path Mercedes took to the majors, how Mercedes forced his way on the Opening Day roster and if he believes Mercedes can stick in the majors.

(4:10) - How did a talent like Yermín Mercedes go under the radar for so long?

(9:05) - Scouting Mercedes in the minors

(14:00) - How other teams are reacting to his success

(17:50) - Now a beer is named after him!

(20:00) - Jake Burger's growth in the minors this year

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