White Sox outfielder Eloy Jiménez talks laughs, tears and his MVP goal - a podcast by NBC Sports Chicago

What’s in store for Eloy Jiménez in 2021? Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber speak with the White Sox left fielder about how many home runs he can hit in a season, his goal of winning an MVP, and playing alongside Luis Robert in the outfield. He also explains why he cried after learning that José Abreu won the AL MVP and how tough it was missing time during the playoffs with a foot injury. Plus, Jiménez gives his thoughts on Yoán Moncada’s music video, Nick Madrigal’s quest for 3,000 hits, and Vinnie’s mustache.

(4:10) - Eloy believes this team is special and can compete at a high level this year and beyond

(8:20) - After Jose Abreu won MVP Eloy cried. He explains why and how he thinks there are multiple MVP winners on the team

(12:25) - Eloy on playing left field, running into Luis Robert and the dynamic of playing outfield with Luis.

(16:00) - Not being able to play in the playoffs last year crushed Eloy, he explains what it was like not being able to help his team

(19:00) - Impressions of manager Tony La Russa and playing for him

(20:30) - It's the White Sox turn to take over Chicago baseball, the Cubs had their time

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