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Record Date: 6/23/2024
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[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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[Intro] White Sox GM Chris Getz talks about current state of the Chicago White Sox and how he feels about the current trade market
[13:23] Next 30 days will be quite busy for the Chicago White Sox as they field calls and text messages about trading for players, and preparing for the 2024 MLB Draft. James Fegan explains who is handling what within the White Sox front office
[22:38] How White Sox players are feeling about the upcoming trade deadline
[27:03] The White Sox Trade Power Rankings: who are the most desired trade targets from the White Sox and their probability of them getting dealt before the deadline?
[53:38] What fueled Jonathan Cannon's great start against Houston?
[58:36] Detroit Tigers series preview
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[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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Live stream date: 6/13/2024
Jim Margalus and Josh Nelson host a pregame show for the White Sox vs. Mariners.
Topics
White Sox starting pitchers have been good
White Sox relievers have been bad
Is Ethan Katz doing a good job?
Andrew Vaughn on a heater
Garrett Crochet back on the All-Star leaderboard
White Sox vs. Diamondbacks preview
College World Series Jell-O shot challenge
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Record Date: 6/9/2024
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[Intro] White Sox split a four-game series against Boston but had an excellent chance of winning the series. But Martin Maldonado, again, couldn't muster any offense which has led to manager Pedro Grifol defending his honor
[11:37] USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that Pedro Grifol is not at risk of an imminent dismissal.
[16:30] Gavin Sheets and Paul DeJong are on a roll
[25:45] Josh thinks there is too much Duke Ellis in recent White Sox games
[30:30] Hello, Drew Thorpe
[38:23] Series Preview: Seattle Mariners
[49:12] Around MLB: the London Series and Aaron Judge is slugging over .700
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Record Date: 6/5/2024
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[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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Record Date: 6/2/2024
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[Intro] Milwaukee Tailgate recap
[4:28] Andrew Benintendi goes on the IL for an injury that's been bugging him for seven weeks. Why do these types of injuries that impact players for such a long duration keep happening to the White Sox?
[12:10] Andrew Vaughn has a sprain finger that may require him to go on the IL
[16:54] Tommy Pham, the fighter (Warning: Explicit Language)
[24:32] John Schriffen Minute
[30:32] Good news: Paul DeJong is hitting homers as his season OPS is the best since 2019
[38:10] Series Preview: Chicago Cubs
[50:27] Around MLB: Division leads, has Aaron Judge hit more home runs than anyone will on the White Sox, and Spencer Torkelson's demotion
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Record Date: 5/30/2024
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[Intro] Happy Birthday to James Fegan
[2:59] What are the White Sox clubhouse vibes after getting swept again?
[11:03] Will Pedro Grifol make changes in the way he's managing to get the team to play better?
[22:15] How should Sox Machine cover this White Sox squad? Continue looking for hope or see how big this dumpster fire of a season gets?
[27:30] Bryan Ramos gets demoted. What are the White Sox looking for Ramos to improve upon before getting another shot in the majors?
[35:03] Series Preview: Milwaukee; including details of our tailgate event on Saturday, June 1
[42:06] Is the Brewers model of success more attainable for the White Sox than chasing what's worked for the Orioles and Astros?
[49:32] If the White Sox get swept again, will changes come on Monday?
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Record Date: 5/28/2024
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[Intro] Mike Ferrin called the ACC Tournament and shares his observations about the quality of play
[5:41] Ferrin's thoughts about Chase Burns
[11:16] Ferrin's thoughts about Nick Kurtz
[17:35] The Tucson Regional could be chaotic with the quality of programs involved.
[23:59] Pick to Click: Which schools are we most confident that will reach Omaha?
[32:10] Sleeper teams that can make a run to the College World Series
[34:34] Why White Sox fans should watch this year's NCAA postseason
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Record Date: 5/26/2024
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[Intro] Pedro Grifol gets upset at his players for playing flat against Baltimore on Sunday. Soundbites from Garrett Crochet, Korey Lee, and Danny Mendick disagree with their manager about the team's efforts. With this White Sox squad on pace for being the worst ever in franchise history, how much longer will Grifol manager if he loses the clubhouse?
[21:56] Erick Fedde's great start against Baltimore will only enhance his trade value as the White Sox front office deserves kudos for that signing. Meanwhile, Garrett Crochet gets high praise from Baltimore for his recent start
[35:11] The Charlotte Knights visited Nashville and Jim Margalus was in attendance. He gives his in-person report on key White Sox prospects, including Colson Montgomery.
[48:51] Series Preview: Blue Jays
[53:47] Around MLB: Ronald Acuna Jr. out for the season and Jose Ramirez torrid RBI pace puts the White Sox offense to shame
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Record Date: 5/22/2024
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[Intro] The Good: Garrett Crochet was excellent again and carries a 0.39 ERA in the month of May. What's working for Crochet and is it crazy to think of the White Sox trading him this season?
[13:05] The Bad: Eloy Jimenez lands on the IL due to a hamstring strain.
[20:10] The Ugly: Nick Nastrini has gotten rocked in his last two MLB starts. Which raises the questions of who will be part of this rotation in a month and post All-Star break?
[34:00] Series Preview: Baltimore Orioles
[45:27] State of the AL Central as Cleveland and Kansas City are separating from the pack
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Record Date: 5/19/2024
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[Intro] James Fegan reports that the Chicago White Sox are designated for assignment pitcher Brad Keller and promoting White Sox first round picks Noah Schultz and Jacob Gonzalez to Birmingham
[7:24] Thoughts about Noah Schultz getting tested in AA
[14:40] After the Yankees swept the White Sox, Josh Nelson wants the White Sox front office to remember home runs are important when rebuilding the roster
[25:12] John Schriffen Minute as his comment about "Radio Losers" will get plenty of airtime Monday morning from radio shows
[32:01] Series Preview: Toronto Blue Jays as they are drowning to start 2024
[43:44] Around MLB: Guardians sweep Twins, Cubs dealing with an injury bug, and here come the Astros
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Record Date: 5/15/2024
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[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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Record Date: 5/12/2024
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[Intro] Chicago White Sox are 9-7 in their last 16 games. Are we currently witnessing the best stretch run of 2024?
[10:54] Andrew Vaughn is waking up with a big series against Cleveland
[17:24] Outstanding pitching from Erick Fedde and Garrett Crochet help build a more confident feeling about the White Sox entering games
[25:15] How much longer with Michael Soroka?
[33:19] John Schriffen's attempt at fan outreach is much appreciated
[39:09] Series Preview: Washington Nationals
[44:15] CJ Abrams vs. Andrew Vaughn: Would this current White Sox front office go in a different direction if offered same situation in 2019?
[56:52] Look around MLB: Paul Skenes, Baltimore and Kansas City both off to hot starts.
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[Intro] With the White Sox splitting their six-game road trip, and playing .500 baseball their last 12 games, is the regression pendulum swinging back to their favor?
[7:02] How much runway does Michael Soroka have left to keep his starting pitching role?
[16:36] Searching for accountability, how should the White Sox shuffle their lineup? Who needs more plate appearances with runners on?
[27:51] Should the White Sox be building their offense around Gavin Sheets?
[31:41] Recapping the Robbie Grossman trade to Texas
[42:39] Speaking of trades, the fellas are hoping the White Sox got enough from San Diego for Dylan Cease
[47:01] Series Preview: Cleveland Guardians
[52:42] Buying or Selling the Cleveland Guardians in AL Central
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Record Date: 5/5/2024
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[Intro] Pedro Grifol feels a lot better than he did earlier this week
[4:47] Are the White Sox a chaos team?
[8:49] Welcome, Bryan Ramos. How all of a sudden the White Sox middle infield depth is being tested due to injuries.
[20:54] What James Fegan did during a three hour rain delay
[23:08] The Athletic reported that Standard Media Group, not Stadium, will have broadcast rights for Chicago White Sox after 2024 season. What does this mean for the White Sox and fans watching games?
[35:51] John Schriffen Minute: No South Side Stand-up calls this weekend
[45:16] Tampa Bay Rays series preview
[51:23] Around MLB has James focusing on Spencer Torkelson struggles, Jim impressed by Milwaukee, Josh poking fun at James for dropping CJ Abrams in fantasy baseball.
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Guest: Ken Smoller, Author of "Last Comiskey"
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[Intro] Chicago White Sox are swept again by Minnesota and manager Pedro Grifol can't be happy with how poorly the veterans are playing defense
[10:36] Are the White Sox fun bad?
[12:54] Andrew Vaughn had five hits against Minnesota. Is he beginning to show signs of life?
[14:55] Can the White Sox play a big factor in who wins the AL Central in 2024?
[18:44] Series Preview: St. Louis Cardinals
[31:20] John Schriffen Minute with Jim Margalus
[42:35] New book about the final days of Comiskey Park, "Last Comiskey" author Ken Smoller joins the show to reminisce about the old stadium
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Record Date: 4/28/2024
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[Intro] Highlights from White Sox GM Chris Getz's press conference before the Tampa Bay Rays series
[4:02] Tommy Pham arrives and the Chicago White Sox sweep a series. Coincidence? Probably but Pham can bring a level of professionalism and quality in play that the White Sox are lacking from other veteran position players.
[14:03] A very pleasant surprise was Andrew Benintendi serving as a hero for the White Sox with his two-homer game on Saturday. What is Benintendi working on to get out of this slump?
[23:58] Erick Fedde keeps dealing for the White Sox as he almost pitched a complete game on Sunday. What's working for Fedde, and can this level of performance maintain?
[31:35] White Sox announcer John Schriffen went viral for his walk-off home run call. Are we standing up for Schriffen or sitting down after his first 28 games as TV announcer? James Fegan provides additional insight in how Schriffen is trying to learn as much about the White Sox.
[47:25] Series Preview: Minnesota Twins
[55:16] Around MLB: New uniforms are coming, what happened to Randy Arozarena, and both the Houston Astros and Los Angeles Angels are struggling.
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Record Date: 4/25/2024
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[Intro] The Chicago White Sox are now 3-22. It's hard to believe how bad things have gotten, but it's believable how it's come to this embarrassing level of play.
[5:21] Pedro Grifol's job status. Does it make sense to continue him calling the shots?
[13:47] Best friend of the show, Dan Szymborski, wrote a column on FanGraphs about the White Sox chances of losing 120 games. Even if the White Sox do achieve the worst record in franchise history, what would it accomplish for the org? Would things actually change?
[24:17] The Andrew Problem (Vaughn, Benintendi) gets worse
[33:55] Series Preview: Tampa Bay Rays
[43:19] The Birmingham Barons are good again and could be a source for hope.
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Record Date: 4/21/2024
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[Intro] With the Chicago White Sox swept again and clearly the F.A.S.T process is not taking hold, Josh Nelson suggests that Pedro Grifol should be dismissed if another sweep happens again in Minneapolis
[10:52] Welcome back, Danny Mendick
[17:48] End of the Lenyn Sosa era?
[20:40] Reacting to Garrett Crochet's worst start
[28:51] Jim Margalus shares his insight traveling to see Noah Schultz this past weekend
[40:11] James Fegan interviewed Jacob Gonzalez and previewed that feature story
[43:38] Series Preview: Minnesota Twins
[53:31] Around Major League Baseball
[57:50] James' MLB the Show experience was not the escape from reality he was seeking.
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