Shields' poor outing vs. A's 'not a concern'

MESA, Ariz. - James Shields was back on the mound Sunday, his first game action in 10 days and only his second appearance of the spring.

The word "disaster" comes to mind.

How much is too much to make of a bad day at the office for a pitcher - especially a veteran starter - in March? In a 14-0 defeat against the Athletics, Shields certainly resembled the version of himself who has been over a barrel for much of his nearly two seasons with the White Sox.

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