The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien (Chicago Sports Network)

Chuck Garfien speaks with pitcher Justin Dunn, a former first round pick and top prospect who is trying to make a comeback with the White Sox. They talk about Justin’s upbringing in New York, his younger brother Ryan who is a rookie with the Phoenix Suns, Kevin Durant coming to watch him pitch in a Cactus League game last week, Justin not giving up his dream of pitching once again in the big leagues and more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox prospect Kyle Teel about coming to the White Sox in the Garrett Crochet trade and how close he thinks he is to reaching the major leagues. They discuss what it's like being a catcher, the big hitting adjustment he made last season in Triple-A, and how he becomes a DJ in the clubhouse after every win. Kyle shares his favorite baseball memory as a child, the best advice he ever received from a coach and much more.

Chuck Garfien brings Jason Coyle onto the podcast to answer questions from Chicago sports fans about the launch of the Chicago Sports Network. Coyle is asked about distribution issues with Comcast, why there haven’t been carriage agreements with YouTube TV and Hulu, the launch of the CHSN streaming app, the antenna experience, if Ozzie Guillen will be back on pre and post game shows and more.   

White Sox legend Mark Buehrle might be a long shot to eventually be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame, but MLB Network’s Brian Kenny believes that he belongs in Cooperstown. Brian joins Chuck Garfien to discuss Buehrle’s case for the Hall of Fame, why the perception of his career improves over time, and if he’ll ever find his way into the Hall of Fame.  

Josh Rojas saw firsthand how the Arizona Diamondbacks went from losing 110 games in 2021 to advancing to the World Series two years later. He speaks with Chuck Garfien about how seasons can go off the rails like it did with the White Sox last season and what it takes to quickly turn things around. He talks about why he focuses so much on his defense, what he’s doing to improve his offense, his quest for a starting job with the White Sox and more.  

Chuck Garfien celebrates the 1,000th episode of the podcast with a salute to White Sox fans for listening to the pod since its launch in 2016. Then, he speaks with 2005 World Series MVP Jermaine Dye who comes on the podcast for the very first time and answers questions from White Sox fans. Dye shares inside stories about the 2005 World Series, if he believes they are overlooked nationally and his favorite teammate from that season. Plus, Dye talks about speaking with Colson Montgomery at camp about hitting, why he retired early from the game and more. 

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 2005 World Series, Chuck Garfien hosts a panel at SoxFest with Mark Buehrle, Freddy Garcia, Jose Contreras and Harold Baines. They talk about the four straight complete games in the World Series, how Garcia guaranteed they’d win it all after Game 2 of the World Series, Buehrle drinking beers before getting the save in Game 3, the announcement that the White Sox are making a Buehrle statue to be unveiled this summer and more!

Chuck Garfien speaks with CHSN’s Brooke Fletcher who has joined the White Sox broadcast team as a sideline reporter. They talk about the many connections between her family and the White Sox, starting with Brooke’s dad, Scott Fletcher, who played for the White Sox in the 1980’s and 90’s. Brooke shares stories about how and why she became a sportscaster, her road to the White Sox, her new job and more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with pitching coach Ethan Katz about Jonathan Cannon’s emergence last season, the new pitch that might change the arc of Davis Martin’s career, the wow factor coming from Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith, the pitcher who made the biggest impression on the first day of spring training and more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with former White Sox pitcher Sergio Santos about how the Birmingham Barons won a Double-A championship last season in his first year as manager.  Santos also breaks news on the podcast saying that he’ll be the White Sox Triple-A manager next season in Charlotte. Santos talks about Noah Schultz and how close he is to the majors, how Edgar Quero improved as a hitter and catcher, the difference maker that is Rikuu Nishida and much more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox manager Will Venable about what attracted him about the White Sox job, what he learned about managing from Bruce Bochy, Joe Maddon, Dave Roberts and others, the kind of coaching staff he wants to put together, if Grady Sizemore will be a part of it, holding players accountable, the kind of baseball he wants the White Sox to play, why he feels like he’s ready to be a manager and more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with catcher Edgar Quero about his journey from Cuba to the United States, the importance of learning English, modeling his game after Yadier Molina, and how he dreams of playing in the major leagues every night he goes to sleep. Plus, Chuck shares one stat the White Sox should be much better at this season.

Chuck Garfien speaks with Director of Player Personnel Gene Watson for an inside look at what's happening behind the scenes with the White Sox rebuild. He talks about the kind of players the front office is looking for and what it will take to make the White Sox winners again. They discuss Colson Montgomery's desire to stay at shortstop, the struggles of Miguel Vargas, and the hiring of new manager Will Venable.  Plus, what he learned being a part of three previous rebuilds with the Padres, Marlins and Royals, and more.

With Dick Allen up for the Hall of Fame on Sunday, we're bringing back two memorable conversations Chuck Garfien had with his former White Sox teammate Goose Gossage who doesn't hold back explaining why Allen belongs in the Hall of Fame. Gossage talks about how Allen took him under his wing as a rookie in 1972 and tells stories about some of his most majestic home runs.

Later, Chuck states the case for Allen to join Gossage in Cooperstown.

As the radio voice of the Portland Sea Dogs, Emma Tiedemann was in the broadcast booth calling games for new White Sox prospects Kyle Teel, Chase Meidroth and Wikelman Gonzalez. She speaks with Chuck Garfien about what all three of them bring to the table. Emma also talks about her rise in the broadcasting business and her grandfather Bill Mercer who used to call White Sox games with Harry Caray in the 1970’s.  

Chuck Garfien is joined by Scott Podsednik to bring you all the White Sox news from the Winter Meetings. Chuck shares what he’s hearing about Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. trade rumors. He speaks with MLB Network’s Jon Morosi for the latest on Crochet. Chris Getz talks about the trade interest for Crochet and Robert.  Brewers manager Pat Murphy explains what new bench coach Walker McKinven will bring to the White Sox and more.  

Barnstorming across a segregated United States from 1908-1940, pitcher John Donaldson won over 400 games and collected over 5,000 strikeouts, but his baseball career became lost in history until historian Pete Gorton came to the rescue. Chuck Garfien speaks with Gorton who has spent the last 20 years uncovering Donaldson's extraordinary career. Donaldson later became the first official black scout in the majors with the White Sox, scouting Willie Mays, Hank Aaron and Ernie Banks. He's up for induction into the baseball Hall of Fame in December.

Chuck Garfien speaks with Red Sox beat writer Alex Speier of the Boston Globe to get Boston's opinion of the Garrett Crochet trade.  Speier gives the inside scoop about how the trade went down behind the scenes, who the White Sox are getting in Kyle Teel, Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth and Wikelman Gonzalez, and what people in Boston think of the deal. Chuck reads tweets from Red Sox fans about the trade, Alex shares inside stories about the Chris Sale trade from 2016, they talk about the second White Sox-Red Sox trade of the winter which brought left-handed reliever Cam Booser to Chicago and more.

With the White Sox starting spring training in Arizona, Chuck Garfien is at Camelback Ranch asking Sox Machine’s James Fegan 10 pressing questions about the White Sox heading into camp. Among the topics: what will be the starting infield on Opening Day? Who's going to be the closer? Will Luis Robert be traded during spring training? What prospect will have the biggest impact this year? The player no one is talking about now, but will at the end of camp.  How many wins will the White Sox have in 2025 and more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with bench coach Walker McKinven about what he does behind the scenes before and during games that will put the White Sox in a better position to win 2025. He talks about his relationship with new manager Will Venable and how he is bringing what was successful with the Milwaukee Brewers to the White Sox. Plus, catcher Omar Narvaez explains why McKinven is responsible for turning his career around as a catcher.  

If the White Sox end up trading Luis Robert Jr., Reds beat writer Gordon Wittenmyer of the Cincinnati Inquirer believes the White Sox and Reds are a perfect fit. Chuck Garfien speaks with Gordon about why the Reds need Robert, who the White Sox could get in return, what held up trade talks last week, what will it take for the two sides to make a deal, when a trade could happen and more.

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Sean Burke about growing up pitching in cold weather in Massachusetts, coming back from a shoulder injury last season, wanting to be “a horse” in the starting rotation this year, the future Hall of Famer he wants to pitch like in the majors, giving White Sox fans hope for the future and more!

Since 2025 marks the 125th year of the White Sox franchise, we’re bringing former White Sox players onto the podcast throughout the year to talk about their time on the South Side. Today, it’s Ray Durham who played on the White Sox from 1995-2002. He made two All-Star teams, scored over 100 runs in six straight seasons and had the longest run at second base for the White Sox since Hall of Famer Nellie Fox. Chuck Garfien speaks with Ray about his White Sox career, the shock of being traded in 2002, missing out on the 2005 World Series, playing with Frank Thomas and Ozzie Guillen, being Barry Bonds teammate in San Francisco and more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers about new White Sox manager Will Venable. Jesse covered Venable when he was with the Cubs from 2017-2020.  They’ll share what people in the game are saying about Venable and what he’ll bring to the White Sox.  

With many of the White Sox top prospects invited to big league camp for spring training, Chuck Garfien gets a preview of what’s ahead, speaking with Paul Janish about all of the big names (Noah Schultz, Hagen Smith, Colson Montgomery, etc.) and others to watch during the Cactus League. Paul explains what they’re doing to make sure this rebuild works, and reveals which former White Sox players will be coming to camp to do some spring training coaching. 

If you want to dream big about the White Sox, there’s no bigger hitter in their system than 6-foot-7 lefty power hitter George Wolkow. Chuck Garfien speaks with the 18-year-old phenom from Downers Grove about his first season in the minor leagues, how he grew as a player, what scouts are saying about him, his favorite home run last year, playing for a Class-A championship, what it would mean to play for his hometown White Sox and more.   

Chuck Garfien catches up with Tim Anderson in Arizona to talk about his White Sox career, his struggles the last two seasons and his new opportunity with the Los Angeles Angels. Tim talks about how problems off the field in his personal life affected his play, the changes he made this off-season, his bond with Angels manager Ron Washington, his willingness to play outfield if necessary, the Angels starting the season at the White Sox on Opening Day and more.  

Chuck Garfien speaks with Will Venable at the Winter Meetings about how things will be different in 2025, what he learned from former White Sox manager Rick Renteria as a player and more. Chuck also sits down with former White Sox pitcher Jake Peavy who was Venable's teammate in San Diego. New bench coach Walker McKinven talks about why he left the Brewers to help jumpstart the White Sox rebuild and Chuck talks about the White Sox adding Mike Tauchman, Garrett Crochet trade rumors and more.

White Sox broadcaster Steve Stone is back on the podcast, talking with Chuck Garfien about why everything went wrong with the White Sox in 2024, the hiring of Will Venable and the kind of baseball he hopes to see from the White Sox next season. Plus, the one team to watch in the trade market for Garrett Crochet.  Then it's a conversation about Stone's former White Sox teammate, the late Dick Allen who is up for the Hall of Fame on Sunday. Steve shares stories about the iconic slugger and explains why he should be in Cooperstown. Chuck also plays some of his 2021 interview with Goose Gossage who is a fierce supporter of Dick Allen getting into the Hall of Fame.

Chuck Garfien sits down with pitcher Davis Martin at spring training to talk about the “kick change” pitch he started throwing at the end of last season and how it has become a game changer for the White Sox right-hander. They discuss the impact veteran Martin Perez is having on the clubhouse, why Sean Burke is a pitcher to watch this year, his impressions of Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith and more.

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox pitcher Martin Perez who explains why the World Series champion signed with the White Sox and believes they will surprise people after losing 121 games last season.  Plus, why he considers himself a leader, the importance of having a good clubhouse, what will be Will Venable’s greatest strength as a manager. All that and more on The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien.

Chuck Garfien speaks with prospect Braden Montgomery about getting traded to the White Sox in the Garrett Crochet deal this offseason, overcoming a broken ankle at Texas A&M in June, the importance of bringing energy to the field and being a great teammate, his desire to reach the majors this season and more.  

Chuck Garfien pays tribute to White Sox legend Bill Melton who passed away at the age of 79. Chuck talks about the impact Bill made in his life and the lives of White Sox fans from many generations. Chuck plays back conversations he had with Bill about winning the American League home run crown in 1971, teaching Michael Jordan how to hit a baseball, doing post-game shows together for over a decade and more.

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox outfielder Mike Tauchman about his decision to sign with the White Sox, his fighter mentality at the plate, growing up in the Chicago suburbs, his love for the game and more.  

Soon after GM Chris Getz traded Garrett Crochet to the Red Sox for four of Boston’s best prospects, he came on the podcast to talk about the deal with Chuck Garfien. Getz explains how the trade came together and who the White Sox got in return in catcher Kyle Teel, outfielder Braden Montgomery,  infielder Chase Meidroth and pitcher Wikelman Gonzalez. He also gives a trade market update on Luis Robert Jr. and more.  

Who knows the managing potential of Will Venable? Bruce Bochy does.

Chuck Garfien speaks with the future Hall of Fame manager about Venable who was Bochy's associate manager the last two seasons with the Texas Rangers. Bochy talks about Venable's leadership style, how he helped the Rangers win a World Series in 2023, why he was hoping he wouldn't leave the Rangers and more. Bochy also tells stories about his 40-year relationship with Ozzie Guillen.

You won’t find 5-foot-6 second baseman Rikuu Nishida on any White Sox top 30 prospect lists, but the 23-year-old Japanese leadoff hitter has played a big role on every minor league team he’s played on since the White Sox drafted him in 2023. Last season, his 114 runs scored led all of the minor leagues. Chuck Garfien speaks with Nishida, Sergio Santos, Noah Schultz and Jacob Burke about everything that the Sox under-the-radar prospect brings to the table.  

The Winter Meetings began in Dallas, Texas with the announcement that former White Sox MVP Dick Allen is headed to Cooperstown. Chuck Garfien was in the room with the Allen family when they received the big news. Chuck speaks with Richard Allen Jr. about his late father finally becoming a Hall of Famer and he also talks with Dick Allen biographer David Fletcher about Allen’s impact with the White Sox, which team hat Allen will be wearing on his Cooperstown plaque(White Sox or Phillies) and more.  

Chuck Garfien and White Sox sideline reporter Brooke Fletcher react to the news that shortstop Colson Montgomery will not make the team out of spring training.  Chris Getz and Will Venable explain why Montgomery will begin the season in Triple-A.  Plus, who might be the starting shortstop on Opening Day? Then, Chuck speaks with Dylan Cease after he faced the White Sox almost one year to the day that he was traded.  

The podcast is back! Chuck Garfien returns for the first pod with the new Chicago Sports Network, and his first guest is none other than Hawk Harrelson.   Hawk talks about the 2024 White Sox season, how he got through it and what the team was missing the most on the field and in the clubhouse.  Plus, what the White Sox need in a new manager, if Jerry Reinsdorf is considering selling the team, Hawk’s favorite Bob Uecker stories, how he would have called Scott Podsednik’s World Series home run and much more.  

How did the White Sox do in the Garrett Crochet trade? Chuck Garfien speaks with ESPN baseball insider Kiley McDaniel for his thoughts on the trade which he correctly predicted right before the Winter Meetings. McDaniel used to work for FanGraphs and four major league teams. He explains what the White Sox are getting in Kyle Teel, Braden Montgomery, Chase Meidroth and Wikelman Gonzalez. Plus, how does this return compare with the Chris Sale trade from 2016?

How do the White Sox turn their offense around and how quickly can they do it?  New director of hitting Ryan Fuller shares a lot of insight about his approach to hitting, his experience as a hitting coach with the Baltimore Orioles and how he'll improve the White Sox offense in both the major and minor leagues.  Fuller talks about his success stories working with Anthony Santander, Ryan O'Hearn and new White Sox outfielder Austin Slater, how Luis Robert Jr. and Andrew Vaughn can improve next season, the messaging he will have to hitters throughout the White Sox organization and more.

Over two months into the season, the White Sox are under .500, not resembling the team that many thought would win the AL Central. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss the problems of this season, where the team is at right now, and if they believe the White Sox will turn their season around.

(3:50) - White Sox home record has been awful

(8:25) - Can the Sox overcome an injury plagued roster?

(18:00) - Is it time for the Sox to make moves and shake things up?

(33:35) - How can the White Sox turn this season around?

The fans are back to take over the podcast! Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber to answer questions and concerns of White Sox fans. How should Tony La Russa manage the 8th and 9th innings with Craig Kimbrel and Liam Hendriks? Does Dylan Cease have the edge over Dallas Keuchel in a 4-man playoff rotation? What happened on that 3-0 pitch to Vladimir Guerrero? Plus, the 2021 White Sox vs. the 1983 White Sox, negative White Sox Twitter, prepping for the playoffs, and more!

(3:40) - Should Liam Hendriks and Craig Kimbrel switch spots in the 8th and 9th innings?

(9:45) - What do you think about the trades for Kimbrel and Cesar Hernandez?

(18:55) - Who should be the 4th starter in the playoffs...Dylan Cease or Dallas Keuchel?

(29:05) - Should Tony La Russa's decision making be called into question over Lance Lynn pitching to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on a 3-0 count?

(38:50) - How should the White Sox be preparing for the playoffs?

As free agency begins, the White Sox have openings and money to engage in what should be a very active offseason. Prized talents Bryce Harper and Manny Machado headline an all star class. As the GM Meetings kick off in Carlsbad, CA, MLB.com’s Jon Morosi reported that the White Sox have interest in both stars. Morosi joins the podcast to discuss the White Sox chances of landing one or both (1:50)

Why a creative and possible frontloaded contract would strengthen their case (3:45). We discuss whether some of Machado’s postseason antics devalued his price tag, if at all (9:15) and if we should expect free agency to pick up quicker than last year’s extremely slow pace (12:30). Is the non-waiver trade deadline a thing of the past? (14:45) And, what percent chance does he give the White Sox to land Machado or Harper? (16:10).

Plus, our Chris Kamka joins the conversation and says if there ever was a time to make a splash…this is it (18:15).

On the latest episode of the White Sox Talk Podcast, another potential “premium talent” comes off the board as Nolan Arenado signs a new eight-year contract with the Colorado Rockies. We’ve got reaction from Chuck Garfien and MLB.com’s Scott Merkin out in Arizona and Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber here in Chicago. What’s the new Plan A for the White Sox as it appears they’ll lose out on Manny Machado, Bryce Harper and Arenado (18:15)? How can the White Sox add a top-tier talent from here (06:50), and will there be a top-tier talent to add (05:06)? We break it all down as the South Side rebuild rolls on.

Chuck Garfien speaks with Lucas Giolito about the White Sox struggles this season and Johnny Cueto’s comments that the White Sox need to show more fight. They talk about Dylan Cease’s chances of winning the Cy Young Award and Cease's matchup against Justin Verlander. Plus, the story behind the Randy Moss jersey inside the clubhouse, what it’s going to take for the White Sox to win the division and more

How legitimate is the Astro's World Series win? How did they effect baseball? Will playing the Astros be different now? Host Chuck Garfien discusses all of this with White Sox Pitcher Evan Marshall plus gets his opinion on how the White Sox are handling it with former Houston Astro and big free agent signee Dallas Keuchel on the team.

(1:39) - Cheating is a part of baseball history

(4:14) - Reaction to Astros' press conference

(5:55) - Start of Evan Marshall interview**

(8:45) - The effect the Astro's had on opposing players careers

(10:58) - How hitting becomes so much easier

(13:16) - Will it be different playing the Astros now?

(15:20) - What about other people/teams that have cheated?

With the MLB draft starting on June 3rd, who will the White Sox take with the third overall pick? Chuck Garfien speaks with draft guru Jim Callis of MLB.com. Will it come down to 1B Andrew Vaughn and SS C.J. Abrams? (3:00) Is there a chance that the Orioles don't take Adley Rutschman first and he slides to the White Sox? (6:10) Who would Callis take if he was in the White Sox draft room? (9:00) Don't compare Vaughn to Seth Beer (10:00). Plus, how good is Luis Robert and will he reach the majors this season? (15:10) What kind of player will Nick Madrigal become? (17:30) and more.

Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka go over their preseason predictions, explain what happened to the White Sox in 2018 and what it all means for the future. They discuss Lucas Giolito, Tim Anderson, if Avisail Garcia will be back next season, plus Eloy Jimenez, Matt Davidson, Zack Collins, Gavin Sheets, Jace Fry and more.

What happened with the White Sox in 2021 and what happens next? Chuck Garfien breaks it all down with White Sox TV analyst Steve Stone who explains why the Astros beat the White Sox in the ALDS and what moves the White Sox might make in the off-season. They also talk about Michael Kopech, Dylan Cease, Yasmani Grandal, Craig Kimbrel, Dallas Keuchel, and more.

(3:23) - What happened to the White in the Astros series, how do they compare and how can they improve?

(16:00) - Did the Astros have extra information on the White Sox during the series?

(21:30) - Will Michael Kopech be a starter next year?

(26:39) - What happened with Craig Kimbrel?

(35:00) - What kind of moves will the White Sox make this offseason?

Chuck Garfien speaks with Marian Scheffler about her life as a die-hard White Sox fan. She tells stories about coming into contact with Babe Ruth (3:00), watching a game on the field at Comiskey Park in 1933 (6:10), why Luke Appling was her favorite White Sox player growing up (10:15), living in Chicago during the Great Depression (15:20), the awe of seeing television for the first time in the 1940's (16:20), watching Eddie Gaedel at the plate (23:30), why she missed the 2005 World Series (25:40), her thoughts on the rebuild (28:00), why she's upset about the White Sox media coverage in Chicago (29:30) and more.

Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber discuss the rumor that the White Sox have been in talks with the Dodgers about acquiring outfielder Joc Pederson.

Good move? Bad move? (1:30) What should the White Sox give up for him? (8:30) Plus, don't overlook the moves the White Sox have already made this offseason (17:20), why Dane Dunning and Zack Burdi didn't get an invite to White Sox spring training (19:40) and a SoxFest preview (23:15)

With the July 31st trade deadline approaching, what White Sox players could be on the move? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber discuss who might get dealt in the next few weeks and predict where they might be going.

White Sox Hall of Famer Frank Thomas came on the podcast to talk with Chuck Garfien about his past, baseball's present and the future of the White Sox. He talks about his first major league hit (a stand-up triple!), how fame affected him when he was a player, his appearance on David Letterman in the 1990's and more. Plus, what was wrong with the baseball this past season? Thomas has some ideas and tells Garfien how many home runs he would have hit with that baseball in his prime. He talks about working with Alex Rodriguez at Fox and what it was like whenever A-Rod's girlfriend, Jennifer Lopez, came to visit in the studio. Thomas praises the White Sox rebuild and reveals an idea he presented to GM Rick Hahn about where all the top prospects should play this upcoming season. He describes what it was like going to Roy Halladay's funeral, if he sees the White Sox signing Manny Machado in 2019 and much more.

As a diehard White Sox fan, Chris Chelios tells Chuck Garfien what he would do to fix the White Sox. He also talks about leadership and how things went backward in the last two seasons with the White Sox. Chris shares his thoughts on the NHL debut of Blackhawks rookie sensation Connor Bedard. Plus, how Eddie Vedder surprised Chris in the middle of a Pearl Jam concert that he's getting his jersey retired by the Blackhawks.

Daniel Palka spoke with Chuck Garfien about a whole bunch of topics.

Losing weight this offseason and how he's done it (3:15), the Chicago Bears losing in the playoffs (5:48), why he walks around with a baseball bat wherever he goes (11:05), his connection with White Sox fans and the South Side of Chicago (16:10), his humorous Twitter feed (20:25), his Uber driver asking if he can use his bathroom (28:00), going to his first SoxFest this year (33:12), his conversation this offseason with hitting coach Todd Steverson (40:18), why he loves Roberto Clemente (44:05) and much more.

On the 25th anniversary of Michael Jordan's quest to play baseball for the White Sox, Chuck Garfien takes a look back at this incredible journey with stories from those were there. Bill Melton talks about secretly teaching Jordan how to hit before the news broke that he was going to play baseball (4:18), Ozzie Guillen tells the story about playing a game of 2-on-1 basketball with Joey Cora against Jordan at a local gym (8:32), Frank Thomas discusses the MJ mayhem at spring training and if Jordan could have made it to the majors (12:18), Darren Jackson talks about playing outfield with Jordan and their exhibition game against the Cubs at Wrigley Field (13:10), Birmingham Barons broadcaster Curt Bloom on what it was like calling Jordan's games, the bus Jordan bought for the team, the day Jordan actually drove the bus, hitting a home run for his dad and more (24:00).

Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey speak with Charlotte Knights catcher Zack Collins about his hot start to the season at the plate (5:30), how James McCann helped him with his catching during spring training (7:20), how he's changed his approach at the plate this season (13:10), what he orders at Chick-fil-A (15:40), why he's not thinking or worrying about getting called up to the majors (17:50), an incredible story about Dylan Cease (20:30), his thoughts on Tim Anderson's bat flip (28:20) and more.

After making the playoffs in 2020 and adding to the club this winter, the White Sox are looking like one of the best teams in the AL, and MLB Network Radio host Mike Ferrin agrees. Chuck Garfien speaks with Ferrin about the White Sox offseason moves and why he believes they can make it to the World Series. The guys also examine whether the White Sox need to add more before the season begins and whether top ranked prospect Andrew Vaughn be the answer at DH in 2021.

(2:00) - What's it like covering and broadcasting baseball during the pandemic?

(7:20) - Is Tony La Russa the right fit for the White Sox?

(12:10) - Breaking down the White Sox roster, including offseason additions Adam Eaton and Lance Lynn

(21:10) - Who will be the White Sox designated hitter, and if it's Andrew Vaughn, will he be ready?

(26:15) - Who will win the AL Central: the White Sox or the Twins?

(34:45) - White Sox broadcasting team gets a boost with Len Kasper

Don Cooper came on the podcast and had a lot to say about Michael Kopech, Dylan Cease, Lucas Giolito, Reynaldo Lopez, Carlos Rodon, Dane Dunning and so many other White Sox pitchers. He brought a long list with him to talk about them all. Coop also spoke frankly about the challenges of the rebuild, fans supporting the team, why he’s excited about the future and more.

After a rough two months at the plate to open the season, Josh Harrison has been on fire in June. He speaks with Chuck Garfien about how he broke out of his slump, facing criticism on social media and why he believes the White Sox will turn their season around.

White Sox pitching prospect Alec Hansen speaks with Chuck Garfien in Arizona about what went wrong for him in 2018 (3:30), how his struggles affected him physically and mentally (6:10), why he decided to lose so much weight last offseason (9:00), how his shoulder program this winter might increase his velocity (10:30), where he'd like to end up pitching this season (12:10) and more.

This early in the baseball season, what’s really happening with the White Sox and the rest of the AL Central? Chuck Garfien speaks with MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince for some early takeaways and freak out factors here in the month of April. Should White Sox fans be concerned about the rash of injuries, Liam Hendriks struggles in the ninth, and the play of Leury Garcia? They also talk about the White Sox challenging April schedule and cover the freak out factors in the rest of the division. Another injury to Byron Buxton, multiple players hurt with the Tigers, the Guardians front office attempt to win, and more.

(5:23) - Should Sox fans be concerned about the injuries?

(10:32) - Is Liam Hendricks' struggles in the ninth going to be an issue this year?

(13:30) - Will Leury Garcia remember how to play baseball?

(30:00) - How good will the Guardians be this year?

(38:10) - Should Twins fans be concerned about Byron Buxton's injury?

On the day pitchers and catchers reported to spring training, the big story was new White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger who spoke with the media for the first time since being accused of domestic and child abuse by the mother of his child. Chuck Garfien covers the story from Arizona with reaction from Clevinger, his accuser and GM Rick Hahn. Chuck also has updates on Liam Hendriks, Garrett Crochet, the second base job and more.

Carlos Rodon speaks with Chuck Garfien in a raw and candid interview about his injury struggles, how he pitched through pain in 2019, being on the receiving end of fan criticism and more. Rodon talks about what it's like facing scrutiny from fans when they don't know the whole story (4:00), how and why he pitched through pain starting in spring training (9:00), what happened in his last game that led to him needing Tommy John surgery (11:39), how fan criticism affects him and other players (16:16), why he's out to prove doubters wrong (17:47) and more.

Host Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox GM Rick Hahn, to discuss the 2020 White Sox. Hahn and Chuck discuss the roster, the young phenom Luis Robert, and did Hahn think that there would be a season at all. All that and more on the White Sox Talk Podcast.

(1:45) - What does Hahn see on the field when he looks at the 2020 White Sox roster?

(5:04) - Thoughts on how Luis Robert has handled himself so far

(9:40) - Managing a team in a pandemic

(12:40) - Was there concern that there might not be a season this year?

Chuck Garfien sits down with Andrew Vaughn to discuss the ins and outs of his approach at the plate, why this year is different from last year, what it would mean to make the All-Star team, and more. Later, Chuck breaks down Vaughn's numbers at the plate which reveals plenty more than meets the eye.

(3:50) -Vaughn describes his philosophy and approach to baseball

(8:00) - Getting himself prepared for a full season

(9:45) - Vaughn on what it would mean to make his first All-Star appearance this year

(13:40) - Numbers never lie: Andrew Vaughn's season so far through the stats

Dylan Cease wanted to come on the podcast with Chuck to answer questions from White Sox fans. He received so many questions, we're taping two podcasts! In Part 1, Dylan is asked about trade rumors, his agent Scott Boras, disc golf, his facial hair, his favorite piece at the Art Institute and more. There's also a mystery question from a Hall of Famer.

The White Sox have been trying to solve the catcher position ever since A.J. Pierzynski's last season in 2012. Now, they might have a new problem: too many catchers! Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber break it all down and try to come up with solutions (2:31). What do the White Sox do about Welington Castillo? (6:28) Could Omar Narvaez be their future catcher? (09:58) Where do Zack Collins and Seby Zavala fit in the future? (11:30) Should they trade Omar Narvaez while his stock is high? (15:00) Plus, will the White Sox make things even more crowded and draft a catcher with their first round pick next year? (16:00) Chuck also names every catcher the White Sox have had since Pierzynski. (20:00)

How does a young boy in Liverpool, England come to America and become a diehard White Sox fan? Chuck Garfien speaks with popular English soccer broadcaster Roger Bennett about his love for the White Sox and the city of Chicago. He explains why Joey Cora is his all-time favorite White Sox player, the life advice he received from William "The Refrigerator" Perry, his infatuation with John Hughes movies, what he likes about the 2021 White Sox, and his new book: 'Reborn in the USA: An Englishman's Love Letter to His Chosen Home.'

(6:30) - Roger's longtime fascination with Chicago and longing to live here

(17:10) - Landing in Chicago for the first time

(31:45) - Meeting William "The Refrigerator" Perry

(43:10) - Why Joey Cora is his all-time favorite White Sox player

(53:20) - How the White Sox helped him get through the pandemic

If the White Sox are looking to make an upgrade in right field, they might not have to look too far to find one. With rumors circulating about a potential breakup between Kris Bryant and the Cubs, should the White Sox look to bring Bryant to the South Side? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are joined by Cubs Talk Podcast host David Kaplan to discuss the chances the Cubs will let the former MVP move on and what it would take for the White Sox to get him.

(3:48) - What are Cubs fans expecting to receive in a trade for Kris Bryant?

(7:40) - Would Jed Hoyer do another trade with the White Sox?

(10:20) - What would the White Sox have to give up in a trade for Bryant?

(14:20) - What are the pros and cons of trading for Bryant?

(18:10) - Will the Cubs non-tender Bryant if they can't find a trade partner?

(20:00) - What are the chances the Bryant gets traded to the White Sox?

Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss the major league debut of Michael Kopech: the atmosphere in the ballpark, Kopech’s performance on the mound and behind the scenes stories in the Kopech family suite. You’ll hear Kopech’s post-game press conference and Chuck’s interview after the game with former White Sox reliever Addison Reed who now pitches for the Twins.

Chuck Garfien and Chris Kamka speak with Black Sox historian Jacob Pomrenke about the biggest myths surrounding the infamous 1919 Black Sox who fixed the World Series (2:30). Gambling wasn't limited to the White Sox back then. Even Ty Cobb and Tris Speaker threw a game? (10:30) The role of "Shoeless" Joe Jackson in the fix (19:20) Could Jackson ever get into the Hall of Fame? (27:00) Could a World Series be fixed in today's game? (33:00) and more.

There are many things we’d like to forget about 2023, but Luis Robert’s breakthrough season is definitely one to remember! Chuck Garfien and Chris Kamka go inside the numbers to see if Robert had the best season ever by a White Sox center fielder dating back to the beginning of the franchise in 1901. Plus, how much did the White Sox offense drag down his numbers? And what if Robert gets even better?

As the regular season is winding down, the White Sox are close to winning the AL Central after a tough 3-way battle between the Indians and the Twins. How did the Sox come out on top? Host Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Do-Hyoung Park who cover the Indians and Twins to discuss how the AL Central turned out and why the White Sox are winning the AL Central.

(2:40) - Early season predictions for the division and why the Indians and Twins regressed

(9:14) - Impressions of the White Sox from the rest of the division

(21:24) - Who wins AL MVP?

(29:44) - Who will win the 2020 World Series?

With the 2022 season in the books, Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Lance Lynn to talk about what he learned about the team this season, what was missing this year, leadership inside the clubhouse, what kind of manager they should hire, how close the White Sox are from being an elite team and more. Chuck closes the podcast with thoughts about the season and his hopes for 2023.

From White Sox killer to White Sox player? Chuck Garfien speaks with 7-time All-Star and free agent Nelson Cruz about his interest in playing for the White Sox. What would he bring to the clubhouse? Would he be a good fit? Can he still hit at 42? Cruz also talks about Eloy Jimenez and Luis Robert.

Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber and Adam Hoge as they hold a White Sox fantasy draft consisting of players from the 21st century. Everyone from Paul Konerko and Mark Buehrle to Juan Uribe and Bartolo Colon!

(1:25) - Rules of the draft

(3:19) - Who gets taken with the #1 overall pick?

(8:50) - Chuck takes a Hall of Famer

(12:00) Adam has quite a 1-2 at the top of his rotation

(22:05) - Guff drafts "the most underrated shortstop in White Sox history"

(27:00) - Chuck gets ripped for taking Melky Cabrera

(33:00). Guff makes a very questionable pick

(38:40) - Adam Dunn is off the board!!

(47:00) So is Bartolo Colon!!

In front of a national TV audience, Tim Anderson slugged a clutch 3-run home run in the 8th inning at Yankee Stadium, leading the White Sox to a doubleheader sweep, and getting in the last word after Josh Donaldson created a firestorm by twice calling Anderson "Jackie" during the game on Saturday. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss TA's big moment, how he handled the controversy, if this homer was bigger than his game-winner in the Field of Dreams game and if this series could be a turning point for the White Sox season.

If you had a chance to ask anything to 2 White Sox broadcasters what would you ask? Well, host Chuck Garfien and Jason Benetti gives fans that opportunity. They answer questions like their favorite food at Guaranteed Rate, why they got into broadcasting, and favorite thing to do during this break and a lot more.

(4:00) - Ozzie Guillen askes a question

(9:20) - Favorite food at Guaranteed Rate Field

(13:50) - Which White Sox player would you want to be stranded with

(20:30) - Top 5 sports movies

(27:10) - Best soundbite you've ever gotten (Michael Jordan story)

(35:00) - Go to order for pizza

Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber talk about James McCann's breakout season with the White Sox (1:15). Then Chuck speaks with McCann about all the preparation he does for every game (9:20), why he'll never use a cheat sheet scouting report behind the plate like many catchers do (11:30), what McCann has been badgering Lucas Giolito about since spring training (14:30), why Evan Marshall and Aaron Bummer have been so successful out of the bullpen (16:30), why McCann acts as a karaoke host on the team bus (17:40) and more.

Opening Day is here! Time to make our predictions for 2023! Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka look into the future and predict what will happen with the White Sox this season. Which hitter will have the biggest comeback season? Who will play in the most games? Who leads the team in saves? Who wins the AL Central?

And many more!

Hitting in front of Eloy Jimenez in the Birmingham Barons lineup, Zack Collins has seen up close what Jimenez is doing in Double-A and predicts very big things in his future. Collins spoke with Chuck Garfien not only about Jimenez, but his fellow catcher and roommate Seby Zavala, Dane Dunning, Jordan Stephens and Matt Rose. They discuss why Collins went back to his hitting style from college, who hits the ball the farthest on the Barons, a crazy college stat about Collins and Dunning and much more.

Fresh off his complete game shutout against the Twins, Lucas Giolito goes in-depth with Chuck Garfien about his impressive victory and all that went on behind the scenes. What it was like striking out White Sox killer Nelson Cruz to end the game (7:30), how he beat a Twins team that's trying to hit a home run almost every time they come to the plate (10:00), what it will mean to get 200 strikeouts this season (11:10), what's different about the baseball (14:40), how he's helped Evan Marshall get in touch with actor Jason Segel (16:10), making it a priority to beat the Twins to win a series against them (17:40), what he's doing mentally before each game that's different this year (18:30) and more.

What kind of pitcher are the White Sox getting in first round pick Hagen Smith? Chuck Garfien speaks with the former Arkansas Razorback about getting drafted by the White Sox, his 17-strikeout performance this year against Oregon State, why he’s a better pitcher with runners in scoring position, the seven no-hitters he threw in high school, how close he is to the majors and more.

Picked by many to win the division and contend for a World Series, the White Sox came up way short in 2022. Why did the season go backward? Chuck Garfien and Chris Kamka dig into what happened and explain the biggest reason why the White Sox struggled in 2022. They also discuss what needs to happen to fix their problems for next season.

The man the fans are clamoring for, Yermin Mercedes sits down with host Chuck Garfien to discuss why Sox fans love him, and his goals as a player. Chuck also gets some inside information on Yermin from teammates Carson Fulmer and Danny Mendick, and White Sox director of player development Chris Getz. You wanted Yermin, we got you Yermin.

(2:05) - Who the heck is Yermin Mercedes?

(6:41) - Interview with Yermin Mercedes

(16:07) - How did the Sox acquire Yermin with Chris Getz

(19:09) - Carson Fulmer on Yermin Mercedes's improvement as a baseball player

(22:03) - Danny Mendick on the uniqueness of Yermin Mercedes

Since Joe Crede left in 2008, the White Sox have had a revolving door of third basemen.

Now with 2017 1st round pick Jake Burger out for the season, pushing his timeline to the majors back a full year, what should the White Sox do at third base? Stay with Yolmer Sanchez or sign free agent Mike Moustakas? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka discuss and actually come to a unanimous conclusion. You'll hear from Jake Burger talk about his season-ending injury, why Chuck and Ryan are such big fans of him, Chris tabulates how many White Sox third baseman have played the hot corner since Crede (it's not pretty), all while watching the White Sox-Cubs spring training game in Mesa.

Eloy's back. What about the White Sox? On the verge of getting swept by the first place Twins, Eloy Jimenez returned to the lineup and helped lead the White Sox to a dramatic come-from-behind victory. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss the impact of getting Jimenez back in the lineup, the effect he has on the rest of the offense, what the White Sox have to do next to stay in contention, and more.

(2:00) - Will Eloy help change the White Sox season around?

(8:21) - Breaking down what Eloy brings to the Sox

(11:10) - Tony LaRussa puts pressure on himself and the team to be better in the second half of the season

(19:00) - The White Sox are getting ZERO production from the 3rd batter in the lineup

(21:38) - What do the Sox need to do to turn around their season?

The White Sox family lost a great player and person Monday, when 1972 American League MVP Dick Allen died at the age of 78. To honor and remember him, Chuck Garfien is joined by Hall of Famer, teammate and Allen's close friend Goose Gossage, who shares stories illustrating who Allen was as a baseball player and a man.

(2:05) - What kind of player was Dick Allen?

(5:22) - Gossage describes how far Allen's home runs would go

(8:50) - Allen's legendary "Sports Illustrated" cover

(12:34) - Gossage on Allen teaching him how to pitch

(16:50) - Gossage remembers and relays how close he was with Allen

(21:31) - The greatest home run Gossage has seen was hit by Allen

Well, this was a surprise. The White Sox are hiring Pedro Grifol to be their next manager. Who is he? What does he stand for? What will he bring to the South Side? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey speak to the perfect guy. Royals broadcaster Rex Hudler comes on the podcast to deliver the inside scoop about Grifol and then some. Hudler explains why he thought the Royals were going to hire Grifol to be THEIR manager. Plus, why he's the right fit for the White Sox. Chuck and Guff also talk about the decision by the White Sox to not hire Ozzie Guillen.

There have been some exciting and promising developments with the White Sox in 2019, but can they start contending in 2020? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber discuss what needs to happen for that to become a reality (1:30).

James McCann says, "Next year is the year to watch out for the White Sox" (7:20).

Ryan predicts the big bat the White Sox will sign in the offseason (11:20). Can we get more walks and less strikeouts, please? (13:30) and more.

Making it to the majors is a fantastic and rare feat in itself, but White Sox pitcher Gio Gonzalez's path to the White Sox, and from the White Sox, several times over is a journey baseball fans everywhere should listen to. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Gio to discuss his pro career and what he sees in this young White Sox team.

(1:40) - Surprised the White Sox wanted him to comeback

(6:00) - Wanted to go a team that wanted to give me an opportunity

(10:00) - Yasmani Grandal is a different kind of person

(13:30) - Thoughts on the Sox young pitching core

(16:20) - Thoughts on the expectations for this team

Chuck Garfien sits down with Pedro Grifol to talk about his first days as White Sox manager at spring training. They discuss the importance of fundamentals, what it will take for Yoan Moncada to have a comeback season, Eloy Jimenez competing to play right field, the impact of Billy Hamilton and more.

The White Sox close out the season in style with Tim Anderson winning the AL batting title and Jose Abreu winning the AL RBI title. Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber wrap it all up talking about Anderson's stunning breakthrough season and how he won the title (3:20), Rick Renteria saying what White Sox fans want to hear (6:45), why Terry Francona said "Man, uncle!" about Eloy Jimenez (12:00), Jose Abreu talks about coming back next season (13:35), how Fangraphs was way off in their projections for the White Sox core players in 2019 (16:30), why Yolmer Sanchez should win a Gold Glove and more (22:00) and more.

It was a game that had just about everything: five runs off Chris Sale, Jon Jay scoring from second on an infield single, a game-winning home run by Jose Abreu in the 9th, and so many other crazy things in between--Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, Chris Kamka and Vinnie Duber break it all down. Abreu's heroics and how Scott Podsednik predicted it (2:00), the wizardry of these White Sox and their record (6:10), Yoan Moncada takes himself out of the game after getting hit on the knee by a Chris Sale pitch (10:30), Jon Jay's heads-up dash for home (15:10), Tim Anderson's ankle injury (21:20), what roster changes are coming (24:00) and more.

White Sox ace Lucas Giolito pitched the 19th no-hitter in team history against the Pittsburgh Pirates! In a performance for the ages, Giolito threw 13 strikeouts and only 101 pitches. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka to discuss one of the greatest pitching performances in White Sox history.

(1:50) - Giolito's no-hitter game was weird and crazy all around

(6:34) - List of feats the White Sox have accomplished over the last nine days

(11:15) - Giolito's relationship with catcher James McCann

(17:00) - Giolito speaks to the media on throwing a no-hitter

(19:30) - Close calls that almost ended the no-hitter