GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) \u2014 Batting average was a priority for Andrew Benintendi when he first broke into the major leagues in 2016. He batted .312 in the minors on the way to his debut.<\/p>\n
Going into his fourth season with the Chicago White Sox and 11th overall, he is more focused on his OPS and power numbers.<\/p>\n
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