Mike Rankin and James Fox talked extensively about the Chicago White Sox starting rotation as well as how the bullpen will look come Opening Day. Then, Mike and James highlighted the Sox' catching situation, which led into the team's outlook at designated hitter. Will Andrew Vaughn be the guy day one? Later, the guys broke down several rule changes that will be implemented across the 2021 Minor League Baseball campaign, which includes a minor reduction in defensive shifts on the infield. That an...
Mar 13, 2021•45 min
Ahead of the 2021 season, Clinton Cole was joined by White Sox television broadcaster Jason Benetti. The two talked about the most intriguing storylines in a year with World Series aspirations, as well as a number of high profile prospects they expect to take the next step. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Feb 22, 2021•29 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on former San Diego Padre Cody Decker, who spent 11 seasons in professional baseball. Cody shared his optimism about the 2021 Chicago White Sox and explained why he believed they are front runners in the American League Central. Decker also provided insight on new White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz, as well as how he believes Garrett Crochet and Andrew Vaughn will perform in the upcoming campaign. Later, the guys discussed the possibility of a minor league pla...
Feb 16, 2021•51 min
Clinton Cole welcomed White Sox farmhand Blake Rutherford to discuss his offseason in preparation for the 2021 White Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Feb 10, 2021•10 min
Clinton Cole sat down with NBC Sports White Sox analyst Chuck Garfien to discuss expectations surrounding the Chicago White Sox ahead of the 2021 season. When will we see Michael Kopech and Andrew Vaughn? How do the Sox stack against the rest of the American League? You may watch & listen to the conversation here as well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RU5s4UmbRBw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy...
Feb 10, 2021•29 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed senior editor of Baseball America Josh Norris to the FutureSox Podcast following the publication's drop of the top 30 prospects per team. Josh provided his expectations for top prospect Andrew Vaughn's 2021 as well as the difficulties that may arise while left-hander Garrett Crochet develops as a Major League bullpen arm in the immediate sense, but starter long-term. Later, Norris explained why he is high on 1B/OF Gavin Sheets and offered reason to temper expec...
Feb 06, 2021•47 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox discussed a plethora of topics on this episode of the FutureSox Podcast, which includes a lengthy discussion on whether or not the White Sox will continue to add prior to the start of MLB's 2021 season. Speaking of 2021 -- what is the status update on negotiations between Major League Baseball's owners and the player's union? James provided his synopsis of the situation, which describes the universal DH, expanded playoffs and more. Later, Mike and James highlight the de...
Feb 02, 2021•50 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed back Ben Badler of Baseball America to break down the 2020-21 international signing period, which was highlighted by 23-year-old outfielder Yoelqui Cespedes. Badler then detailed the signing process of those such as right-handed starter Norge Vera, top international prospect Oscar Colas, catcher Manuel Guariman and more. Later, the trio explored the possibility of a newly implemented international draft that could come as soon as 2022. Mike and James also broug...
Jan 19, 2021•1 hr
White Sox OF prospect Luis Gonzalez joined Clinton Cole on Zoom to chat about his Major League debut, what he's done in quarantine and the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 16, 2021•15 min
White Sox P Prospect Tyler Johnson joined Clinton Cole on Zoom to talk about the 2020 season, his offseason, and 2021 goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Jan 16, 2021•14 min
White Sox prospect Andrew Vaughn joined Clint via Zoom to chat about his time at Schaumburg, playing against Major League talent and his offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 16, 2021•7 min
James Fox and Dan Santaromita discuss the upcoming international signing window. The White Sox class is expected to be headlined by Yoelqui Cespedes and Norge Vera. What do those prospects bring to the organization and where do they rank in the system? They also talk about a delay for most of the minor leagues and give an update on the team's offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: ...
Jan 09, 2021•52 min
Clinton Cole returns with another player interview. This time it's White Sox right handed pitcher Zack Burdi, who shares his expectations for 2021 following his Major League debut, as well as provides insight on several key members of the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 08, 2021•23 min
Clinton Cole caught up with White Sox right handed reliever Will Kincanon following a 2020 season that offered no MiLB campaign. Kincanon shared what he's worked on throughout the year and looks forward to what his role will be in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jan 07, 2021•12 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox sat down to explore the future of the White Sox' highly touted first round draft pick Garrett Crochet. There is reason to believe he will work in the bullpen throughout 2021. Will that hamper his development as a stater down the road? Later, the guys discussed Eric Longenhagen's top 32 White Sox prospect list from FanGraphs, which included several notable young names. James also detailed the upcoming international signing period that will contain top prospects Yoelqui C...
Dec 19, 2020•44 min
Mike Rankin, James Fox and Dan Santaromita got together to discuss several pieces of news surrounding the Chicago White Sox. The team lost right-handed pitcher AJ Puckett and selected right-hander Martin Carrasco in the minor league phase of the Rule 5 Draft. Earlier in the week, pitchers Dane Dunning and Avery Weems were traded to the Texas Rangers in exchange for starting righty Lance Lynn. The White Sox also signed Adam Eaton to a one year deal with a team option in 2022. Mike, Dan and James ...
Dec 11, 2020•48 min
Mike Rankin and Dan Santaromita dissected the recent decision by the Chicago White Sox to non-tender contracts to LHP Carlos Rodon and OF Nomar Mazara. The organization also announced its coaching staff following the hire of manager Tony La Russa. Later, former FutureSox Editor-in-Chief Matt Cassidy joined Mike and Dan to break down the significance of the Pioneer League no longer being recognized as Major League affiliated. As a result, the White Sox lost its rookie-level affiliate Great Falls ...
Dec 03, 2020•1 hr
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Chris Lanuti of Sox in the Basement Podcast to discuss the latest controversy hanging over Tony La Russa and the White Sox. The guys also discussed several key names the organization may target this offseason. The White Sox hired Ethan Katz to fill the role as pitching coach. How will the move impact pitchers like Reynaldo Lopez and Dylan Cease? Later, Mike, James and Chris reacted live to Jose Abreu's American League MVP as it was announced. Learn more about y...
Nov 13, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome Beef Loaf of Fromthe108.com to preview what to expect from the White Sox as they prepare for an offseason in front of a year that will have World Series aspirations attached. The guys explore the thinking behind Tony La Russa as manager and dive into the overwhelmingly negative perspective from the fan base associated to the hire. Who will fill the role as bench coach? Should the Sox go outside the organization for a pitching coach? Later, Beef provides his offs...
Oct 31, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on 2016 first round draft pick Zack Burdi to discuss how he was able to overcome two major injuries on his way to his Major League debut in 2020. Burdi is entering an offseason fully healthy and shared insight on analytical incorporation throughout his time in the organization. Later, Mike and James further explored the White Sox managerial search following James' article on potential candidates . How serious is Tony La Russa's candidacy? Learn more about your ...
Oct 23, 2020•42 min
Mike Rankin, James Fox and Dan Santaromita discuss the decision of the White Sox to move on from manager Rick Renteria and pitching coach Don Cooper. Tony La Russa emerged as an early candidate to fill the role as manager, but the panel isn't necessarily sold on the rumors. They go on to explain their rationale behind supporting AJ Hinch if he were to join the organization. Mike, James and Dan also discuss internal candidates to fill the job as pitching coach. How will the White Sox incorporate ...
Oct 16, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the 2020 Major League Baseball regular season as it concluded on Sunday, September 27. The White Sox earned the No. 7 seed in the playoffs and will take on the Athletics in Oakland in the Wild Card round, which is a three-game set. Mike and James evaluated several Sox storylines that took place across the 60-game schedule as the chase for a World Series begins on Tuesday, September 29. Topics include: Garrett Crochet, Dane Dunning, Jonathan Stiever, Matt Fost...
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome back Steve Paradzinski of the On Tap Sports Network to celebrate the White Sox clinching a playoff berth for the first time since 2008. The guys explore whether they'd vote for Tim Anderson or Jose Abreu for American League MVP and discuss the continued development of Anderson's overall game. Later, Steve offers his perspective of Dane Dunning's surprising development in 2020, as well as the future of Reynaldo Lopez. Should the White Sox pursue a top of the rota...
Sep 18, 2020•49 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Kevin Dziepak of 670 the Score and the Mully & Haugh Show to pick his brain following Major League Baseball's trade deadline. The White Sox were linked to several starting pitchers, including Lance Lynn, Mike Clevinger and Brandon Woodruff. What went behind the organization's decision to stand pat? Later, the trio attempt to explore what's ahead for the White Sox in 2020 and beyond. What will be the plan of attack this offseason? Are Reynaldo Lopez and Carl...
Sep 01, 2020•51 min
Mike Rankin welcomes South Side Hit Pen White Sox beat writer Janice Scurio to the podcast. Janice was present at Guaranteed Rate Field during Lucas Giolito's no-hitter and the stadium's power surge. Later, the two discuss the importance of baseball's platform as the conversation surrounding social justice continues. Danny Mendick, meanwhile, is earning his spot at the big league level. Yolmer Sanchez was recently added on a minor league deal as well. What does that mean for Nick Madrigal this y...
Aug 27, 2020•41 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Double-A Birmingham coach Devin DeYoung to the FutureSox podcast to discuss his role within the organization. He shared how intently he and the White Sox are working with biomechanics as a means of player development. DeYoung spent 2019 with the Boston Red Sox before returning to Chicago. Prior to his opportunity in the affiliated scene, DeYoung began his professional career in independent baseball. He provided perspective on the industry's outlook moving forwa...
Aug 10, 2020•22 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome WGN Radio's Joe Brand to the FutureSox podcast to discuss the latest White Sox trends. Luis Robert is adjusting to life in Major League Baseball with ease and Joe gives his thoughts on a player with very few physical limitations. Later, the group discusses the impact of Carlos Rodon and Jimmy Lambert's injuries, as well as the plan for Dane Dunning moving forward. Was the decision to call up Nick Madrigal purely based on service time manipulation? The show concl...
Aug 05, 2020•49 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome Sox on 35th Editor-in-Chief Jordan Lazowski to the podcast to discuss the latest Chicago White Sox storylines. Jordan details how the website has grown over the last three years while also providing insight on its internal operation. As for the White Sox, several prospects have made their debut in the 2020 season. Luis Robert is already making an impact, Codi Heuer impresses out of the pen early and the depth of the team's 60-man player pool includes several you...
Jul 30, 2020•58 min
Clinton Cole had a conversation with Chicago White Sox first baseman Andrew Vaughn just a week prior to the start of the 2020 MLB season. Vaughn shared what it's like playing with his big league teammates, how he spent his time during quarantine as well as his favorite baseball memory to this point in his career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy...
Jul 19, 2020•13 min
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome new radio play-by-play voice of the Chicago White Sox Andy Masur to the podcast. Andy shared what it means to take over for the late Ed Farmer and how he remembered him as a colleague. With the 60-game MLB season vastly approaching, Andy breaks down how the White Sox stack up against the pack. He offers his perspective on Dane Dunning, Jimmy Lambert, Luis Robert, Andrew Vaughn, Dylan Cease and several others. Andy also talks about the challenges he may face in t...
Jul 14, 2020•41 min
