Sox Machine (Blue Wire, Jim Margalus, Josh Nelson, James Fegan)

On today's episode:

• Sox beat the Yanks
• Bummer and Santos throw blanks
• AA back-to-back cranks

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Rundown

• [Intro] Does entering the camp feel differently with new manager in 2025 than in 2023?
• [7:32] Spring storyline: How does Luis Robert Jr. look?
• [10:57] Spring storyline: Is Colson Montgomery ready for the majors?
• [13:32] Spring storyline: Can Brian Bannister and Ethan Katz find magic with unlocking starting pitcher potential?
• [18:04] Fantasy Baseball PSA
• [18:50] New faces joining White Sox camp in Brandon Eisert and Brandon Drury
• [26:41] Opening Day Eve live podcast PSA
• [27:40] Position battle: Shortstop
• [32:16] Position battle: Second Base
• [38:17] Position battle: Third Base
• [48:40] Pittsburgh Road Trip PSA
• [49:39] Starting rotation outlook with Drew Thorpe on the mend

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Record Date: 10/13/2022

The first 2022 Player Review episode is focused on Jose Abreu.

• 2022 highlights
• Has Abreu leaped Paul Konerko in all-time White Sox first baseman rankings?
• What positives and concerns should future teams be aware of when approaching Abreu in free agency?
• What does the next contract look like for Abreu? Which teams are early targets to sign him?

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Rundown

• [Intro] The Sox Machine Offseason Plan launch!
• [3:34] White Sox payroll obligations
• [8:30] White Sox arbitration decisions
• [18:43] White Sox club option decisions
• [19:22] White Sox pending free agent decisions
• [24:25] White Sox next manager decision
• [27:23] White Sox trade ideas
• [34:29] White Sox free agent target ideas
• [53:09] 2024 World Series Predictions

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Record Date: 3/17/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] What we did on St. Patrick's Day
• [2:49] Pedro Grifol being coy who the Opening Day starting pitcher is
• [9:29] 2024 Preview: Andrew Vaughn
• [27:17] 2024 Preview: Nicky Lopez
• [34:28] 2024 Preview: Paul DeJong
• [43:47] 2024 Preview: Yoan Moncada

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Date: 10/24/2021

Josh and Jim review the Chicago White Sox 2021 midseason acquisitions: Ryan Tepera, Cesar Hernandez, and Craig Kimbrel.

Two of the three didn't meet expectations playing in a White Sox uniform. How does their poor play influence Rick Hahn's decision-making this upcoming offseason?

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Record Date: 3/10/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Oscars talk as James will be upset about Best Actress award and Jim only watches Bluey
• [5:10] 2024 Preview: Andrew Benintendi
• [26:11] 2024 Preview: Luis Robert Jr.
• [37:51] 2024 Preview: White Sox right fielders
• [47:39] 2024 AL Central Preview: Detroit Tigers with Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic

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On today's episode:

• Chris Bassitt has a scary injury
• White Sox crush the A's
• Minor League Rainouts
• Jared Kelley struggles

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Stream Date: 9/7/2022

Rundown:

• Win of the season?
• Giving credit to Miguel Cairo
• Oakland series preview
• Elvis Andrus impact

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Record Date: 1/5/2023

Rundown:

• Josh and Jim welcome the new Patreon Veteran Committee members.
• Andrew Benintendi is introduced officially with the Chicago White Sox. He backs up an earlier talking point on the podcast about why we could see more power from him in 2023.
• Rick Hahn did a lot of GM speak in his last Zoom call but did say he would be fine if second base were handled internally. Is that route acceptable?
• Pedro Grifol was on the "Baseball is not Boring" Podcast and shared his insight about the 2022 White Sox from his perspective on the Kansas City Royals bench. Can he help address and improve these areas of need?

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Record Date: 1/4/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] When will Chris Getz make his first big move? Also, a check on remaining available ex-2019 Kansas City Royals players that could be added.
• [5:26] Hello, Brett Phillips. Why are White Sox fans fearful that Phillips will be the Opening Day starting right fielder?
• [20:05] Hello, Chad Kuhl. While his fastballs are getting awful results, Kuhl can help the Charlotte Knights with pitching depth that they didn't have last year. Or, because of his above average slider, could the White Sox help Kuhl transform into a reliever?
• [30:51] Josh and Jim discuss Joel Sherman's column in the New York Post about the New York Yankees pursuit of starting pitching, and what Sherman is hearing about the White Sox asking price for Dylan Cease.
• [45:34] Yoshinobu Yamamoto secured some nice contract perks. It got Josh and Jim thinking about what kind of perks they would ask for signing a hypothetical MLB free agent deal.

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Record Date: 4/18/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Jim Margalus shares his deep knowledge of Taylor Swift lore
• [3:34] The Chicago White Sox won a game! Despite the offense just scoring four runs in a three game series against Kansas City. Why does it feel like a chore trying to watch this offense hit?
• [13:30] Nick Nastrini MLB debut recap
• [18:11] Jonathan Cannon MLB debut recap
• [27:01] Erick Fedde looking like a good signing after four starts
• [31:04] The White Sox have a Martin Maldonado problem
• [47:42] White Sox television broadcasts moving to Stadium starting in 2025
• [57:32] Philadelphia Phillies series preview

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Stream Date: 10/11/2021 Midnight CT

Josh and Jim recap the Chicago White Sox Game 3 victory in the ALDS. Leury Garcia had his big moment and Ryan Tepera provided much-needed shutdown innings from the bullpen.

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Last night: White Sox played sloppy defense and dug themselves a deep hole they couldn't climb back out of in an 8-2 loss against Cleveland.

Tonight: Johnny Cueto returns as Shane Bieber takes the mound for Cleveland.

Down on the Farm: Jonathan Stiever returns as he helps Charlotte beat Jacksonville

Around MLB: Royals fire Dayton Moore, Aaron Judge doesn't hit a home run, and the Minnesota Twins continue to stumble

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Record date: 12/11/2022

Episode sponsored by Trade Coffee. Save up to $30 off your subscription on holiday items at drinktrade.com/soxmachine.

Rundown:

• Sox Machine has a new online store
• MLB's dying middle class - how can teams keep up or operate their business if they refuse to exceed the Luxury Tax? What impact of the heavy spending from some clubs will have in the future?
• Bob from Arizona wrote a letter to Sox Machine about his struggles as a White Sox fan. Josh and Jim share that letter while discussing the frustration felt and search for hope to cling to in 2023.

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Rundown:

• [Intro] You can read how Josh Nelson felt about SoxFest, but James Fegan shares his thoughts about the event
• [6:43] Drew Thorpe has a setback in his rehab that could impact his ability to be ready for Opening Day
• [13:09] Noah Schultz is feeling confident coming off his 2024 campaign and why further developing his pitch mix is a focus
• [16:54] Hagen Smith has several pitches, but he shared why the cutter is becoming his best pitch.
• [21:21] Braden Montgomery use of advance hitting technology could help give him a step up in development and why Josh thinks Montgomery has the makings to be a star player.
• [31:02] Man, it sure feels like it's Colson Montgomery's job to lose as Opening Day shortstop
• [37:57] Miguel Vargas has gained weight this offseason and bulking up is in hopes of increasing his exit velocity
• [43:34] Looking at the current Non-Roster Invitees, James picks a handful of players who could make the Opening Day roster

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Good morning. Here's the rundown:

• YESTERDAY: The White Sox rallied late against Alek Manoah, then fell apart immediately afterward as the Blue Jays completed the sweep.
• TONIGHT: The White Sox open a series in St. Petersburg against the Rays, and Davis Martin is on his way to joining them.
• ON THE FARM: The affiliates go 0-for-3, with Winston-Salem suspended.
• AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Twins drop four of five in Detroit, Jameson Taillon flirts with perfection, the Brewers stun the Padres, and more.

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Record Date: 2/25/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Jerry Reinsdorf turned 88 years old on Sunday. What gifts would we give to Jerry to celebrate his birthday?
• [7:32] What we like from the White Sox so far in the early spring training games
• [16:58] Liking what we are hearing from John Schriffen on the broadcasts
• [24:25] What we don't like from the White Sox so far in the early spring training games
• [32:59] Cody Bellinger re-signs with the Chicago Cubs. Now where will Blake Snell, Jordan Montgomery, and Matt Chapman sign with? More importantly, when will they sign?

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Record date: 6/22/2022

Chicago White Sox win their series against Toronto Blue Jays, but it was a painful three-game set. Danny Mendick and Adam Haseley collided in the outfield. Adam Engel's hamstring is barking again and Jose Abreu can barely run.

White Sox depth is already being exhausted. Is it time to see a new face join the squad? Maybe like Lenyn Sosa? Josh and Jim discuss while also having a conversation about Lucas Giolito's continued struggles.

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Guest: Mike Ferrin, MLB Radio

Rundown

• [Intro] Publishing this podcast episode as quickly as possible after Max Fried signed with the New York Yankees and Nathan Eovaldi is returning to the Texas Rangers. With more starting pitchers coming off the board, are we closer to Garrett Crochet being traded?
• [5:49] During Chris Getz's media session, the topic of catchers came up as the White Sox will be exploring options to add depth
• [9:46] Jim Margalus attended the MLB Draft Lottery and was able to get some insight on who the White Sox could take with the first pick of Rule 5 Draft.
• [17:53] Mike Ferrin of MLB Radio joins the show to talk about the MLB Draft Lottery, the top prospects we'll be discussing all spring, but more importantly the impact of NIL and Major League Baseball. How drafting strategies will change as teenagers deal with the conflict of deciding to take money and play college baseball, or start their professional baseball careers.

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Record Date: 2/5/2022

Rundown:

• Hello, Franklin German.
• Revisiting the Blake Rutherford trade and how the White Sox once had four first-round players from the 2016 draft.
• Jason Benetti recently shared his negotiating experience with the White Sox. Why the White Sox seem tone-deaf with their comments and how it could impact future dealings.
• MLB has an RSN problem with Bally Sports affiliates looking to declare bankruptcy. Could we see drastic changes in how MLB distributes local broadcasts in the near future?

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On today's episode:

• Dylan Cease stumbled but steadied
• Sox bats were at the ready
• Minor Leaguers went heavy

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Last night: The White Sox slug four solo home runs to support Lance Lynn in a 4-1 victory over Detroit.

Tonight: It’ll be a hot one weather-wise as Dallas Keuchel and Spencer Turnbull square off.

Around MiLB: The Winston-Salem Dash hit four home runs

Around MLB: The league will begin cracking down on illegal substances pitchers use, the Royals beat the Twins, and SF Giants cool off the Chicago Cubs.

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Record Date: 3/17/2025

Rundown

[Intro] Sox Machine 3.0 Launch

[3:29] Sean Burke Opening Day Starter

[11:19] How will rest of Starting Rotation shake out? 

[20:54] Latest Injury updates

[31:54] St. Patrick’s Day Luck Boost 

[42:14] Joey Gallo, the pitcher

[51:03] MLB Opening Day: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs

On today's episode

• The White Sox get trounced
• Cease gets bounced
• White Sox barely gave an ounce

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Last night: Johnny Cueto pitched a complete game, but Andrew Vaughn's poor defensive night and the bats went silent (again), resulted in another frustrating loss.

Tonight: Another Watch Party as Dylan Cease takes the ball trying to keep pace in the AL Cy Young race.

Down on the Farm: Quiet day as Kannapolis hit three homers in a loss.

Around MLB: Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals will play in London next year. Speaking of the Cardinals, they catch the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central. Lucky for the White Sox, both Minnesota and Cleveland lost.

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On today's episode:

• Cueto was good enough
• The offense was very tough
• Montgomery had the stuff

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In the latest CBA negotiations, MLB’s owners proposed economic changes to the Players Association. Focusing on updating the Super 2 payment structure, minimizing service time manipulation, and offering an International Draft. 

Josh and Jim comb through the reported offerings pointing out the faults of the Owner’s proposal. Are these offerings good enough to keep the Players Association at the table to talk? If not, does that put the start of Spring Training at risk? 

With the International Signing period this weekend, they also share their early thoughts on Oscar Colas and Erick Hernandez. 

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Last night: Carlos Rodon kept the Twins to just one run as Zack Collins and Adam Eaton carried the offense to victory. 

Today: Lance Lynn vs. Michael Pineda

Down in the Minors: Blake Rutherford had a good night and Romy Gonzalez continues to hit home runs. 

Around MLB: Tropical Storm Elsa postpones Cleveland and Tampa, the Chicago Cubs fall to fourth place, and the Rockies are now 6-32 on the road.

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Record Date: 12/3/2023

Rundown:

• [Intro] Hello from Nashville
• [2:57] White Sox story to follow: Dylan Cease
• [9:44] White Sox story to follow: Eloy Jimenez
• [18:09] White Sox story to follow: Martin Maldonado
• [22:15] How the lack of a local TV deal after 2024 is impacting the White Sox spending
• [32:40] Milwaukee Brewers break a White Sox record
• [39:39] Latest update concerning Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani as the Toronto Blue Jays enter the conversation
• [50:31] Jim Leyland is voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame

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Guest: James Fegan, The Athletic

With MLB CBA negotiations still ongoing we visit with Chicago White Sox beat reporter for The Athletic, James Fegan. He shares insight from Glendale, Arizona as he watches White Sox minor league camp.

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Rundown

Intro: What did Josh miss while being in Texas?

3:11: White Sox offense lack consistency

10:40: What’s wrong with Eloy Jimenez?

16:41: POP Quiz

18:11: Consistency of White Sox SP

21:19: Michael Kopech and Aaron Bummer strong stretch

25:05: Globe Life Field Review

39:01: Detroit Tigers series preview

49:19: PO Sox 

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Record Date: 4/7/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Thank you to all Sox Machine supporters for allowing us to send James to Kansas City and Jim to Birmingham
• [4:01] Luis Robert Jr. impact
• [7:20] White Sox offense is awful to start 2024
• [16:36] Problems with the Andrew's: Why Josh feels like Vaughn should be optioned to give him time to work on his timing while Jim ponders what Benintendi does well?
• [31:25] Jim recaps his visit to Birmingham in what should be a good squad for the White Sox AA affiliate
• [45:33] Cleveland series preview
• [52:40] Happenings around Major League Baseball: Oakland moving to Sacramento, pitcher injuries, and what's catching our attention

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Rundown

• [Intro] Josh Nelson provides updates on how the White Sox are performing during Spring Training, and latest injury news. Which isn't looking great for the White Sox outfield and Colson Montgomery
• [5:21] Dan Hayes of The Athletic joins to share his insights about the Minnesota Twins. What happened with the fallout of Justin Ishbia pivoting from buying the team? How will the Twins try to keep Byron Buxton, Royce Lewis, and Carlos Correa healthy? Who could earn spots in the Twins starting rotation? 

Record Date: 6/25/2022

Jim Callis of MLB.com stops by to chat about the MLB Draft Combine, Colson Montgomery, Lenyn Sosa's MLB promotion, and the latest MLB Draft gossip.

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Record Date: 12/26/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Mike Tauchman explains why he signed with the White Sox and how being from Chicagoland area helped the decision-making. Also what his goals are for 2025 and how we wants to be a positive influence on the White Sox clubhouse.
• [12:15] Bryse Wilson signed with the White Sox in his attempt to establish himself as a starting pitcher after pitching the last two seasons with Milwaukee in mostly relief appearances. If the starting role sticks it's because of his cutter and changeup.
• [17:18] Matt Thaiss has been traded twice this offseason but is hoping that he's found a good landing spot with the White Sox. Citing his past working experiences with White Sox catching coach Drew Butera, Thaiss is eager getting to know the White Sox pitching staff as well as helping Kyle Teel and Edgar Quero with their development.
• [21:40] White Sox spent their Rule 5 pick on pitcher Shane Smith, who like Wilson, also wants to establish himself as a starting pitcher but is ready for whatever role the White Sox have for him.
• [24:48] Chase Meidroth will be part of the White Sox middle infield spring training competition. Meidroth provides insight on his plate approach which stems from his days at University of San Diego.
• [28:50] Kyle Teel loves the game of baseball and art of catching. He goes into detail of his learning experience game calling, one-knee catching stance, and ready to prove his worth.

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Rundown: 

Intro: What’s up with the Eduardo Escobar trade rumors? 

11:14: 100% capacity crowds with Beefloaf and MySoxSummer of Fromthe108

29:13: Minnesota Twins series preview with Brandon Warne

53:18: P.O. Sox

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Rundown:

• It’s Josh’s birthday, and he’s grateful Justin Verlander is still pitching to keep him feeling youngish. 
• Josh shares his distaste of the Rule 5 MLB Draft and how the fear of losing players forces teams to make hasty additions to the 40-man roster. Jim counters by looking at the situation from a player's perspective. 
• The Sean Murphy trade rumor
• Good friends Chorizy and Beefloaf of Fromthe108 join to discuss the #108Day Live event in January. 
• After finishing second overall in the MLB Trade Rumors Free Agent Pick’em contest, Josh works with the crew guessing where the top free agents will sign and who the White Sox's biggest addition will be. 

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Record Date: 3/1/2023

Rundown:

• Josh's rant about the lack of Spring Training web streams and StatCast data
• Jake Burger getting a surprising amount of playing time early.
• Early performances catching our attention
• Gavin Lux's season-ending injury
• Chelsea FC is implementing a Fan Advisory Board. Should the White Sox follow suit?

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Record Date: 8/15/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Hello from Charlotte as James Fegan is reporting on assignment. He shares his first insight's visiting the Knights.
• [9:36] Chicago White Sox lost their series to the New York Yankees, but they may have won their Game of the Season.
• [16:15] Gavin Sheets has been hot in his last seven games. Is the opposite field approach the ticket to being more productive offensively?
• [27:34] Dominic Fletcher is getting extended run in right field. Can he accomplish enough to merit being labeled as the 2025 starting right fielder?
• [32:47] The story of how Davis Martin adjusted his changeup grip has produced excellent results
• [40:24] Series Preview: Houston Astros. How the Astros were able to recover from a 10-19 start to now leading the AL West.
• [51:50] White Sox Business: Season tickets going down in price in addition to a new TV network launch may signal even more of a player payroll cut for the White Sox in 2025.

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Record Date: 6/4/2022

Josh visited Las Vegas this past weekend to record two episodes. In Part I, a good friend of the show, Beefloaf from Fromthe108, joins Josh and Jim to recap the White Sox series win in Tampa. This past week has featured hot bats in Jake Burger and Danny Mendick. Can they sustain this level of performance? Should they get at-bats over the struggling veterans?

Also with the Los Angeles Angels losing 11 straight games, the White Sox somehow inch closer to a postseason spot without playing better baseball.

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On today's episode:

• Sox split with Cleveland
• The AL Central Title belongs to the Sox
• Jake Burger homers to win it for Charlotte

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Stream Date: 7/4/2022

Josh and Jim recap the White Sox surprising sweep at San Francisco. Hopefully, those good vibes carry with the White Sox as they travel back home to start a critical stretch of their season.

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Record Date: 4/25/2022

Coming off the heels of another series sweep loss, this time to Minnesota, the Chicago White Sox 6-2 start now has them at 6-9 with their longest losing streak since 2019.

Rundown

Intro: Is this a bad streak? Or is something broken with the White Sox?

5:24: White Sox hitters issues facing RHP

18:35: Super Bullpen not super

24:09: Silver lining to the mess

25:24: Tony La Russa's decision making

36:55: The problem that could linger all season

43:58: Johnny Cueto report

48:12: Kansas City Royals series preview

56:19: P.O. Sox

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Stream date: 7/15/2021

Josh and Jim recap the All-Star Game festivities. Then there was the breaking news of Joc Pederson being traded to Atlanta.

To finish, they discuss which attribute (SP health, Position Player health) is most important to the White Sox success in the second half.

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Rundown

• [Intro] Recap White Sox series in Arizona
• [2:07] Drew Thorpe gets roughed up in his second career start. What went wrong and how does Thorpe want to bounce back in his next outing?
• [12:03] Erick Fedde flirted with disaster but was able to get out of serious jams. With how well Fedde has pitched in 2024 is his trade value at the highest?
• [22:25] James Fegan visits the White Sox Arizona Complex League team and he's got a new favorite prospect
• [31:59] Houston Astros visit Chicago as they recently released Jose Abreu. Our reaction to the news and would the White Sox be interested in bringing Abreu back next year?
• [43:45] White Sox Director of Pitching, Brian Bannister, is high on Jonathan Cannon.
• [48:00] Can Garrett Crochet continue to dominate just using two pitches?
• [51:33] Around MLB: The Draft Combine, Dodgers dealing with injuries, and why the Braves need outfield help soon

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Last night: Robbie Ray struck out 13, but Andrew Vaughn sparked the offense late as the White Sox won, 6-1. 

Tonight: Lance Lynn vs. the rookie, Alek Manoah. 

Down in the minors: Jose Rodriguez hit a homer, Luke Shilling struck out five in two innings, and Jace Fry is looking good. 

Around MLB: Cleveland crushed St. Louis, Yankees continue to own the Twins, and Shohei Ohtani smashed a 470-foot home run.

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Rundown:

• White Sox win a series at Cleveland. Can they continue this roll?
• How the White Sox pitchers are fueling this turnaround
• Michael Kopech's dominant last two starts
• What will the White Sox do with Clint Frazier?
• Series Preview: Detroit Tigers

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Yesterday: The Chicago White Sox played terrible baseball as they were embarrassed losing both games of the doubleheader against Cleveland by a combined score of 13-2.

Today: Dylan Cease attempts to stop the losing streak.

Down on the Farm: Big offensive performances out of Birmingham and Winston-Salem.

Around MLB: Miguel Cabrera is one hit shy of 3,000, the Rangers turn a triple play, and Shohei Ohtani racks up 12 K's

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After Rob Manfred sparked cautious optimism about a "good proposal" from the Owners to the MLBPA, the offer was another dud. Still short on what the MLBPA is asking for in the Competitive Balance Tax, minimum salaries, and pre-arbitration bonus pools. Is it time to start worrying about Opening Day being delayed? 

While MLB camp will not open this week, the minor leaguers participate in mini-camps. Jim wrapped up Prospect Week on Sox Machine, and he shares his thought process that went into his Top 10 White Sox prospects.

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On Today's Episode:

• White Sox finish off the Twins
• Minor League Struggles
• AL Central slides Sox way

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Good morning. Here's the rundown:

YESTERDAY: The White Sox bullpen stepped up to nurse a one-run lead across the final four innings in a 4-3 victory over the Twins in the season series opener, and they'll have injuries to tend to as well.

TONIGHT: Lance Lynn tries to rebound against a tough Pablo López in a game that you can watch with us on Playback.

AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Rays run their record to 10-0, old friend Ian Hamilton disappoints against Cleveland, the Phillies shell Sandy Alcantara, but other aces prevail.

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Guest: Dan Szymborski, FanGraphs

Link to White Sox 2025 ZiPS Projections: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/2025-zips-projections-chicago-white-sox/

Rundown

• [Intro] Customary to ask "Why does ZiPS hate the White Sox?"
• [2:45] Why Dan Szymborski expects more wins in 2025 for the White Sox
• [6:58] Patreon Question: What percentile outcome were the Sox for cumulative team WAR last year relative to your preseason projections?
• [7:52] Patreon Question: If the 2025 White Sox played exactly according to the above projections, would they be in danger of losing 121 games again?
• [8:47] ZiPS projections for Luis Robert Jr. and if he can still be traded for top prospects
• [11:31] Why ZiPS likes Chase Meidroth
• [13:47] What ZiPS thinks of Colson Montgomery after his uneven 2024 season at Charlotte?
• [16:31] How would Szymborski handle Andrew Benintendi and Andrew Vaughn?
• [21:21] What does ZiPS think of Miguel Vargas?
• [23:49] Why Szymborski thinks the signings of Mike Tauchman, Austin Slater, and Josh Rojas are pointless for the White Sox
• [26:24] If you could grant a 25% increase in offensive production to three White Sox hitters, which would Szymborski choose?
• [28:16] Why ZiPS is low on Jonathan Cannon entering 2025
• [30:54] Patreon Question: What are the three-year ZIPS projections for Martin, Burke, and Cannon?
• [33:44] Worst ZiPS projected bullpen ever
• [36:09] How should we grade Will Venable in his first year as manager?

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Record Date: 10/27/2022

• The Sox Machine Offseason Plan Project starts on Friday, October 28th.
• This episode serves as a guide in helping you submit your offseason plan.
• Which White Sox arbitration-eligible players are at risk of being non-tendered?
• How could the White Sox handle Josh Harrison's club option
• What could Johnny Cueto sign for in free agency
• Free agency targets that would be a good fit for the White Sox
• A look at the White Sox trade assets

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Record Date: 6/5/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] White Sox reach a new low
• [4:13] Pedro Grifol's job status is in jeopardy as Josh and Jim contemplate why a dismissal hasn't happened yet
• [26:43] Highlights and lowlights from Chicago Cubs series
• [36:25] One of the few things to look forward to for White Sox fans is trade market. Josh and Jim discuss the odds both Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. get dealt before July 30.
• [51:50] Series Preview: Boston Red Sox

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Last Night: White Sox offense remains cold as Liam Hendriks blows his fifth save in 2021 as the Royals win 3-2. 

Today: Carlos Rodon vs. Carlos Hernandez

Down on the farm: Luis Robert had a multi-hit day, Alex Destino’s big night, and maybe some hug watch in Charlotte

Around MLB: Starling Marte, Eduardo Escobar, and Joey Gallo get traded.

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Live show date: 3/27/2024

Rundown

[1:10] - Courtney Finnicum of Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast and Laurence Holmes of 670 the Score join Josh Nelson

[25:45] James Fegan and Jim Margalus join Josh to talk about the opening series

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Stream Date: 2/22/2024

Rundown

• Jerry Reinsdorf wants to leave Bridgeport
• White Sox want to play Fearless Aggressive Selfless Technically sound baseball in 2024. What does it mean to play FAST, and how will Pedro Grifol measure success outside of wins and losses?
• Latest injury news from James Fegan
• Tim Anderson signs with the Miami Marlins

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Guest: Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic

Rundown

• [Intro] Chicago White Sox sign Mike Clevinger to a minor league contract. Listen to White Sox GM Chris Getz explain his reasoning and plans for Clevinger
• [7:05] Reporting from Jon Greenberg and Dan Hayes of The Athletic, Justin Ishbia has stopped his pursuit of buying the Minnesota Twins and now is buying more minority shares of the Chicago White Sox
• [9:06] AL Central Preview begins with the Detroit Tigers as beat reporter Cody Stavenhagen joins the show. He shares how the Tigers offseason went, why Tarik Skubal could be on the trade block, how the offense looks with Gleyber Torres, and manager AJ Hinch's job security.

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Stream Date: 12/7/2022

Rundown:

• Winter Meetings are over, and Jim is CRUSHING the free agent pick'em contest.
• White Sox were very quiet this week. What's the angle Rick Hahn is trying to play?
• There are rumors that Joey Gallo could be signing with the White Sox. Is Gallo a good addition?

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Good morning, White Sox fans. Here's the rundown:

LAST NIGHT: Liam Hendriks made his long-awaited return in the White Sox's 6-4 loss to the Angels on Monday night.

TONIGHT: Lucas Giolito tries to shake the control problems from his last time out, but he's facing a guy who's been battling his control all season.

ON THE FARM: Kannapolis plays the rare Monday game for Memorial Day, while Charlotte, Birmingham and Winston-Salem all open fresh series tonight.

AROUND THE LEAGUE: So many shutouts, the Twins expand their lead, and the A's end their losing streak.

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Rundown

Intro: Dylan Cease All-Star Snub

8:15: Weekend recap

14:10: Bob Nightengale’s report

21:52: Michael Kopech’s nagging problems

29:33: Gavin Sheets turning it around

34:09: Cleveland series preview

47:40: AL Playoff Picture

52:55: P.O. Sox

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Record Date: 5/15/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] The Chicago White Sox are 11-8 since Tommy Pham joined, and he's provided a spark to the ballclub. What are his thoughts about the current White Sox as they embark on a tough part of the schedule
• [12:57] Korey Lee has been a pleasant surprise but is still splitting playing duties with Martin Maldonado. With audio from manager Pedro Grifol, James Fegan and Jim Margalus debate the merits from Grifol of continuing to play Maldonado.
• [30:36] Another pleasant surprise has been Erick Fedde. Has he become the White Sox best trade asset?
• [43:08] The schedule gets a lot tougher for the White Sox. What are reasons to stay optimistic during this 39-game stretch
• [53:59] Series Preview: New York Yankees
• [61:01] Early thoughts about the new hit tracking data from Baseball Savant

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Rundown

Intro: State of the White Sox heading into the postseason

4:45: Dallas Keuchel’s postseason roster status

9:40: MLB Regular Season Recap

20:16: What would this year’s postseason look like using 2020 format

25:54: Houston Astros ALDS Preview

48:09: Postseason Picks

66:03: P.O. Sox

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Record Date: 6/11/2023

Rundown:

• Josh is back from Toronto and catches up with Jim on what he missed this weekend.
• What's going on with Tim Anderson?
• Why does this offense continue to sputter?
• Series Preview: Los Angeles Dodgers

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Stream Date: 8/3/2023

Rundown:

• Mega Millions jackpot is $1.25 Billion. How would you spend it?
• Kim Ng shares her insight on how the Jake Burger trade went down. Brings up the question of who is in charge at 35th and Shields?
• Liam Hendriks is out 12-14 months after TJS. What happened and how can it be avoided in the future?
• Texas sweeps White Sox, but they're building a culture. Maybe one that Salvador Perez can save.
• Series Preview: Guardians

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Rundown

Field of Dreams Game: If you love home runs, the Field of Dreams Game was for you. None bigger than Tim Anderson who delivered the heroic moment for the first MLB game played in Iowa. 

Interview with Laurence Holmes: Our good friend, Laurence Holmes, stops by to chat about Tim Anderson and the White Sox taking more of the spotlight in the local and national scenes. 

Twitter: @ LaurenceWHolmes

The Laurence Holmes Show weekdays from 12 pm - 2 pm CT on 670 the Score

Audio Source of Tim Anderson's Home Run: Fox Sports

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Date: 2/10/2021

After the MLB Owners meeting concluded in Orlando, commissioner Rob Manfred spoke to the media. Despite some verbal gaffes regarding if MLB teams are a wise investment, a few are cautiously optimistic an end to the lockout is on the horizon. Is it, though? It mostly depends on how the conversation goes between both parties on Saturday. 

Josh and Jim discuss the timing of when a new CBA needs to be agreed upon, not losing any time during Spring Training, and avoiding a delay of Opening Day. They also point out what they believe are big sticking points that the Owners will need to be more flexible to get MLBPA buy-in. 

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- Recap of the White Sox almost comeback against Cleveland

- A Tour of the Minor Leagues

- Today's getaway day pitching matchup

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Record Date: 9/1/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Chicago White Sox set a new franchise worst 107 losses and there's still 24 games remaining. What has it been like covering this team daily and the optics of White Sox efforts in trying to build a new stadium in the South Loop
• [6:51] Could we see more personal changes within the White Sox in response to this season?
• [18:30] White Sox callup Jairo Iriarte and Zach DeLoach. What's the gameplan for both?
• [24:43] Latest Garrett Crochet rumor is that he will be shutdown soon. Is that going to happen?
• [31:10] Jim's report from Chattanooga where Noah Schultz and Peyton Pallette impressed
• [37:44] Series Preview: Baltimore Orioles aka the Eloy Jimenez Revenge Series
• [47:47] Around MLB: The red hot Chicago Cubs, Kansas City Royals pick up more ex-White Sox players, and Duke Ellis joins the New York Yankees

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In light of recent reports from Jeff Passan of ESPN, and Max Scherzer answering questions for the LA Times, Josh and Jim recap the latest regarding the MLB Lockout. Why is there no urgency from the league to meet with the MLBPA? What is the central concern for the MLBPA? Is there an easy path to a new CBA? 

Plus, their thoughts on Ken Rosenthal leaving MLB Network and Alex Rodriquez possibly getting his own “Manningcast” type show.

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Record Date: 6/23/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Chicago White Sox lose another series but the Birmingham Barons clinched a postseason berth
• [3:45] What worked for Drew Thorpe?
• [6:03] What didn't work for Jonathan Cannon?
• [8:40] Odd handling of Eloy Jimenez's injury
• [16:53] LA Dodgers series preview
• [22:46] P.O. Sox question and answer begins with about possibility of Chris Flexen and Nicky Lopez getting DFA'd after trade deadline
• [25:45] Which White Sox relievers wouldn't we trade?
• [26:55] Thoughts about the Cristian Mena and Gregory Santos trades
• [28:38] How does the White Sox medical staff compare to other teams?
• [31:47] What has Chris Getz done that has been unquestionably good?
• [35:37] How is Edgar Quero's catching ability?
• [39:52] What does Lenyn Sosa's future career look like?
• [43:07] Which MLB teams will be the surprise sellers at trade deadline?
• [48:09] How we would change the White Sox outside perspective to lure future free agents?
• [54:27] Will Chuck Garfien and Ozzie Guillen do pre and post game show on new RSN?
• [57:02] Who are the hitters we like for the White Sox to draft after the first round?

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Rundown

• [Intro] The Chicago White Sox slow car crash of a season finally reaches 120 losses
• [5:38] Thoughts about The Athletic's feature on Jerry Reinsdorf
• [10:56] Why the Chicago White Sox need Jerry Reinsdorf to step aside, and hire a President to manage the entire organization's day-to-day operations
• [30:11] White Sox hire David Keller to run International Scouting
• [37:02] Edgar Quero is added to the taxi squad
• [40:35] Series Preview: Angels. Is this the last start by Garrett Crochet in a White Sox uniform? Will the White Sox reach 125 losses?
• [51:32] MLB Postseason picture heading into the final week of 2024

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Record Date: 2/21/2024

Rundown

• Josh Nelson provides the latest report from Crain's Chicago on how Project 78 is a $4 Billion endeavor and the three reasons Jerry Reinsdorf believes the White Sox have to move out of Bridgeport.
• James Fegan interviews Neil deMause, who co-authored Field of Schemes: How the Great Stadium Swindle Turns Public Money into Private Profit. deMause explains what tax breaks Project 78 is already getting, what to be mindful of when Jerry Reinsdorf pitches "No new taxes," and what the likelihood of this proposal will be accepted is. 

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Record Date: 10/9/2022

Rundown:

• Thanks to Bob Nightengale, there's a list of managerial candidates considered front runners for the White Sox opening. Are they narrowing the field too much?
• A deep dive into one managerial candidate with former St. Louis skipper Mike Shildt
• Is anyone on the White Sox "Untradeable?"
• Recapping the wild MLB postseason weekend. Is this a good format for MLB? What changes should they make for next year, and our picks to reach the Championship Series.

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As we just announced on Sox Machine Live, James Fegan, the award-winning reporter formerly of The Athletic, is joining Sox Machine as a White Sox beat writer. Join the show in progress below, celebrate in the comments, and consider signing up for our Patreon if you haven’t already.

In addition to the announcement, we talk about the Chicago White Sox two trades this past weekend that impact the bullpen but provide hope in right field.

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On today's episode

• Sox sweep Pirates
• Sheets goes deep twice
• Minor League bullpen is strong

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Record Date: 5/4/2023

Rundown:

• The #108ing Road Trip is this weekend in Cincinnati.
• Jerry Reinsdorf speaks
• Billy Hamilton's usage
• Can Eloy Jimenez continue this hitting surge?
• The differences between Lucas Giolito and Dylan Cease
• The AL Central is worse than we thought
• Series Preview: Cincinnati Reds

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Rundown

Last night: Elvis Andrus and Eloy Jimenez hit home runs, but it was a controversial call at home plate that decided the game.

Tonight: It's Pride Night at the ballpark as Michael Kopech looks to shut down his hometown team.

Down on the Farm: Evan Skoug hits a grand slam, Birmingham wins a Cristian Mena start, and Jonathan Cannon strikes out 10 batters.

Around MLB: Cincinnati Reds have won 10 straight games, and the Minnesota Twins drop two games below .500 but still lead the AL Central.

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Stream Date: 8/26/2021

Josh and Bennett recap the Toronto series as it concludes the 14-game gauntlet the White Sox had against the Yankees, A's, Rays, and Blue Jays. All four teams are in postseason contention, and the White Sox went 7-7 during that stretch. What have we learned the past few weeks about this ballclub, and does it instill more confidence as the postseason approaches?

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While a foot of snow falls on Chicago, Josh and Jim chat about the latest contentious CBA negotiations. Are they sweating a delayed start of Spring Training? Are they worried that a lack of progress will push back opening Day? They share their optimistic and pessimistic viewpoints. 

Meanwhile, FanGraphs has released their early ZiPS projected standings, and things look for the Chicago White Sox within the AL Central. But what about the entire American League? Once the lockout is ended, how could these projected standings change? 

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Good morning. Here's the rundown:

LAST NIGHT: Project Birmingham opened with a bang, with five A-ball prospects delivering multiple hits in their Double-A debut in the Barons' 11-7 victory over Mississippi.

ELSEWHERE ON THE FARM: Charlotte beats up Louisville, a depleted Winston-Salem team comes up short against Asheville, but Kannapolis is buoyed by recently drafted bats.

IN THE SHOW: The White Sox dropped the series opener in Baltimore despite spotting Dylan Cease an early lead.

TONIGHT: We'll see how the Barons juggle a now-stacked lineup, and Lucas Giolito tries to pick up Cease for once.

AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Angels are for sale, injuries and surgeries abound, the Guardians win, and the Twins lose (with another unusual rule call going against them).

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Episode Date: 12/16/2021

Josh and Jim remember Roland Hemond who died at the age of 92. As GM of the White Sox from 1970 to 1985, Hemond overcame unique challenges to build winning ballclubs on the South Side. And his trade for Dick Allen may have saved the White Sox from moving to Milwaukee. 

Plus, an update on how the early voting is going for baseball’s Hall of Fame and the latest lockout talks.

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Date: 10/21/2021

Josh and Jim recap Carlos Rodón's 2021 season with the Chicago White Sox. After his amazing turnaround, there are a lot of questions about what's next for Rodón. Will the White Sox make a qualifying offer to Rodón? Would Rodón accept it? If he doesn't what would his market look like in free agency?

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Rundown

• [Intro] Josh's quick preview of "Tell Me A Story I Don't Know'
• [2:26] George Ofman, who spend almost 50 years covering Chicago sports on the radio, shares his experience launching a podcast
• [6:07] What it was like for George to mentor Mike Greenberg
• [7:21] A story about Ozzie Guillen path to becoming White Sox manager and how he took the job away from Cito Gaston
• [12:54] A story about Jason Benetti's path to becoming a broadcasting star and why he wasn't going to be the White Sox play-by-play announcer for life
• [16:56] A story about why Steve Stone is the best baseball color commentator Chicago has ever had, and what it's like going out to dinner with him.
• [20:52] A story about launching The Score
• [23:14] How covering Chicago sports has changed over the years
• [25:18] A White Sox story from George that Josh didn't know

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Record Date: 4/16/2023

Rundown:

• Rick Hahn gaslights White Sox fans (again).
• The Chicago White Sox bullpen has another terrible series
• Good news: Jake Burger is smashing and could force the issue at DH with Eloy Jimenez
• Series preview as the Philadelphia Phillies come into town

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Rundown

• [Intro] White Sox win their first series since June. What was it like being in the ballpark and the joy of having a reprieve from awfulness
• [7:48] White Sox home run leaderboard update
• [8:45] Recapping Sean Burke's first MLB start
• [15:48] Shout out to Chicago Sports Bums and FromThe108 for the tailgates
• [17:08] Yoan Moncada returns
• [21:46] MiLB Postseason action as Kannapolis and Birmingham chase titles
• [23:58] Season Preview: Los Angeles Angels
• [35:05] Around MLB: Derek Bender scandal, Phillies reach 90 wins, and James wants to talk about his fantasy team

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Record Date: 8/29/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] The Lenyn Sosa Experience hasn't been great. After the series against Texas, is it finally over?
• [7:14] What other options do the White Sox have at second base?
• [12:48] The hazy future for White Sox middle infielders
• [17:46] Is Lenyn Sosa fun bad?
• [18:38] Nick Nastrini had a good outing against Texas and presents a new mold of White Sox pitchers heavy on breaking stuff than fastballs
• [25:29] Did Travis Jankowski have MLB's catch of the year when he robbed Andrew Vaughn's potential walk-off home run?
• [29:42] Who will end up as the White Sox HR leader in 2024?
• [33:11] Series Preview: New York Mets. Will this be the last start for Garrett Crochet?
• [45:11] Around MLB: A look at the postseason races with one month left of the regular season

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Record Date: 6/24/2021

Josh and Jim discuss the disappointing split in Pittsburgh, Yasmani Grandal's All-Star chances, how Adam Frazier would fit in the White Sox lineup, an in-person look at Jake Burger, and what this weekend holds as the Seattle Mariners arrive into town.

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Good morning. Here's the rundown:

LAST NIGHT: Make it eight straight losses for the White Sox, who showed a little more life in an 8-4 loss to the Twins at Target Field to drop back into a share for second place in the AL Central.

TODAY: Lucas Giolito tries to help the Sox avoid the sweep, although another loss means the White Sox would slip ahead of Minnesota in draft order.

ON THE FARM: Charlotte concludes the 2022 Minor League Baseball regular season with a loss to Durham.

AROUND THE LEAGUE: Aaron Judge ties Roger Maris, the Mets are back atop the NL East, and the Phillies are risking a slide out of the final wild card spot.

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On this episode:

• Sox drop No. 8
• Cease doesn't look great
• Minor League swept on slate

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Good morning, White Sox fans. Here's the rundown:

LAST NIGHT: Between an early deficit and little offense to speak of, the White Sox lost a Lance Lynn start to the Dodgers the way you'd imagine.

TONIGHT: It's Mike Clevinger against Clayton Kershaw, and maybe Eloy Jiménez will play for the first time in a week.

DOWN ON THE FARM: Oscar Colás snaps his homerless drought, the Barons complete a rare comeback, the Dash took advantage of Asheville's errors, and Jacob Burke's on-base streak reaches 25 for Kannapolis.

AROUND THE LEAGUE: The reverse boycott of the Oakland A's sends a bittersweet message, the Mets have another sticky stuff violation, and José Abreu notches his 1,500th career hit.

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Record Date: 3/12/2023

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Rundown

• Josh is sold on the World Baseball Classic format
• Shortstop Preview: What version of Tim Anderson will we see in 2023?
• Second Base Preview: Can Elvis Andrus carry his 2022 success with the White Sox to 2023?
• Depth options for both shortstop and second base

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On today's episode:

• Gio was strong
• Tim's bat keeps coming along
• The minors were mostly wrong

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Record Date: 12/4/2022

Rundown:

• Mike Clevinger signing is official. How does the contract stack up compared to the market?
• Jacob deGrom joining Texas was predicted by Josh and Jim, but the amount of years is a surprise.
• How busy are we expecting the White Sox to be?
• A breakdown of the Max Kepler trade rumor
• Which free agents do we expect to sign this week
• Possible blockbuster trades

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Good morning. Here's the rundown:

LAST NIGHT: The White Sox fall flat against Shohei Ohtani and the Angels in a 4-1 loss and a quiet end to a sad month.

TONIGHT: The White Sox are off, so Josh and I will preview the upcoming series against the San Francisco Giants on Sox Machine Live.

ON THE FARM: Eloy Jiménez homers and Carlos Pérez walks off a wild one for Charlotte, while Colson Montgomery and Wilfred Veras keep rolling in A-ball.

AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Guardians stun the Twins, benches clear between the Red Sox and Toronto, Yordan Alvarez leaves the field on a cart, and more.

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Record Date: 3/7/2024

Rundown

• [1:41]: In honor of John Schriffen's early catchphrases, Josh pitches the idea of buying the rights to T.I. "Bring Em Out"
• [4:22]: Michael Kopech had control issues against the Dodgers, and after the performance, manager Pedro Grifol would not commit a starting rotation spot for him. Should Kopech worry about his role with the White Sox? If Kopech is not in the starting rotation, who would be?
• [20:36] Eloy Jimenez adjusting his hand placement has done wonders this spring. Is it the magic cure to get him back to his 2019 form?
• [30:27] Josh has another crazy thought: could Nicky Lopez be a 2 WAR player in 2024?
• [41:44] With the annual steak dinner bet coming up, Josh needs Jim and James to help set the line for White Sox O/U Runs Allowed

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Stream Date: 5/6/2021

Josh, Jim and Bennett recap the troubles with Tony La Russa's managing record in just 29 games. Are the bad patterns in his decision-making going to prevent the White Sox from winning the AL Central? 

We'll know soon enough as the White Sox enter  The Gauntlet part of their schedule. 68 games in 76 days with 16 of those games against the Minnesota Twins. 

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Record Date: June 1, 2023

Rundown:

• Recap the month of May for the White Sox
• Middle infield jam
• How a tough June schedule will determine the 2023 White Sox fate
• Series Preview: Detroit Tigers
• Speculating how Liam Hendriks will be used this weekend

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Record Date: 9/8/2024

Rundown

• [Intro] Do we wish that baseball had a rule where the defense can score runs much like in football the defense can score touchdowns?
• [7:55] The Chicago White Sox finally win a game that Chris Flexen starts, snapping a 21-game losing streak. Flexen is still under team control as he enters a second year of arbitration this offseason. Is Flexen worth keeping around in 2025?
• [17:24] Optimism for Davis Martin being part of the White Sox 2025 rotation
• [23:22] Why is Garrett Crochet struggling post All-Star Break?
• [29:55] White Sox home run leaderboard update
• [36:06] Series Preview: Cleveland Guardians. Why Nick Nastrini is now pitching out of the bullpen and how we feel about the Guardians chances this postseason?
• [46:02] Around MLB: Royals sweep Twins, Tigers are lurking, Mets catch Braves, and Vlad Guerrero Jr.'s big second half

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