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Sox Machine

Blue Wire, Jim Margalus, Josh Nelson, James Feganwww.soxmachine.com
The Sox Machine podcast covers Chicago White Sox news, interviews, analysis, and more. Hosted by Josh Nelson, Jim Margalus, and James Fegan. "We watch the Chicago White Sox so you don't have to!"
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Episodes

White Sox Wake-Up Call: Aug. 18, 2021

On today's episode: Chris Bassitt has a scary injury White Sox crush the A's Minor League Rainouts Jared Kelley struggles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 18, 20217 minEp. 476

White Sox Wake Up Call: August 17, 2021

Rundown Last Night: Dallas Keuchel was fine, but the postseason bullpen blueprint of Michael Kopech to Craig Kimbrel to Liam Hendriks worked to perfection. Luis Robert and Seby Zavala helped carry the White Sox offense to a 5-2 victory over Oakland. Tonight: All-Star Chris Bassit takes the mound against Reynaldo Lopez Around MLB: White Sox division lead increases to 11 games thanks to the Twins walking off Cleveland, Gerrit Cole returns, and NL Wild Card race gets tighter. Learn more about your ...

Aug 17, 202111 minEp. 475

Field of Dreams Recap, Liam Hendriks, and Series Preview vs. Oakland

Intro: Welcome back, Greg! 3:55: Field of Dreams Game recap 9:25: How should MLB proceed with future special events? 12:11: Possible site alternatives for single showcase games? 18:33: What’s wrong with Liam Hendriks? 28:58: La Russa’s issues with replay challenges 37:50: SP Confidence Power Rankings 42:50: Minor League Report 47:37: Oakland A’s series preview 52:40: White Sox struggles against potential AL playoff teams 63:03: P.O. Sox 79:31: Bonus P.O. Sox Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Aug 16, 20211 hr 24 minEp. 474

White Sox Wake Up Call: Field of Dreams Recap and Chat with Laurence Holmes

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 Anders...

Aug 13, 20211 hrEp. 473

Field of Dreams Game Preview with Bronx Pinstripes

Guest: Andrew Rotondi, Bronx Pinstripes Twitter: @bronxpinstripes @Andrew_Rotondi Website : http://bronxpinstripes.com/ Summary: Andrew Rotondi from Bronx Pinstripes joins the show to help preview the Field of Dreams Game between the Chicago White Sox and New York Yankees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 12, 202148 minEp. 472

White Sox Wake-Up Call: Aug. 11, 2021

On Today's Episode: Sox come up just short Dallas Keuchel fights through 6 Gavin Sheets cruising in Charlotte Jose Rodriguez struggles in High A Debut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 11, 20217 minEp. 471

White Sox Wake-Up Call: Aug. 10, 2021

Good morning. Here's the rundown: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox took their winning formula from Sunday and applied it on Monday without issue, thumping the Twins 11-1 in celebration of Luis Robert's return. TONIGHT: It's Dallas Keuchel against Griffin Jax, and Jason Benetti will be out again. DOWN ON THE FARM: A release, a notable promotion, and a first for a second-round draft pick. AROUND THE LEAGUE: Only a handful of games, but the Yankees and Royals were all the rest of the league needed. Learn ...

Aug 10, 20218 minEp. 470

Crosstown sweep at Wrigley

Rundown Intro: White Sox sweep the Cubs at Wrigley Field 4:00: Ball go far. Team go far. 7:35: Eloy Jimenez Sunday performance a possible springboard? 12:00: White Sox pitching performance vs. Cubs 16:15: ESPN’s broadcast production of Sunday’s game 20:58: Luis Robert returns! 29:02: Lawsuit against Omar Vizquel, Birmingham Barons, and the White Sox 43:04: Series preview against the Minnesota Twins 49:52: P.O. Sox 68:12: Bonus P.O. Sox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Aug 09, 20211 hr 10 minEp. 469

Sox Machine Live!: White Sox slogging since the All-Star Break

Stream date: 8/5/2021 Josh and Jim recap the Kansas City series which featured a White Sox offense that continues to post inconsistent results. As the White Sox are 9-11 since the All-Star Break and averaging only 3.8 runs per game during that stretch, is this recent play a reason to be concerned? Maybe a trip to Wrigley Field will help the White Sox offense break out as they play the first of the Crosstown Classic series in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Aug 06, 202153 minEp. 468

White Sox Wake-Up Call: Aug. 5, 2021

On Today's Episode: White Sox struggle AL Central struggles Minors struggle But Birmingham wins in extras Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 05, 20218 minEp. 467

White Sox Wake Up Call: August 4, 2021

Rundown Last Night: Dylan Cease dominated striking out 11 in six innings while both Andrew Vaughn and Tim Anderson homered. Tonight: Lucas Giolito vs. Carlos Hernandez, and Hawk Harrelson will throw out the first pitch. Down on the Farm: Luis Robert and Jake Lamb collected hits in another rehab start. Around MLB: Races in the East inch closer and Team USA beats the Dominican Republic moving on to the Olympic Semifinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 04, 20219 minEp. 466

Hello, Craig Kimbrel

Rundown Intro: Hello, Craig Kimbrel 3:26: Does acquiring Kimbrel turn the tide in AL? 7:56: Impact of losing Nick Madrigal 15:12: Will the White Sox pick up Kimbrel’s club option? 17:52: Seby Zavala’s special night 25:55: Who should be the backup catcher when Grandal returns? 31:00: Cleveland hitting Jose Abreu 39:53: Minor League Report 43:48: Kansas City Royals series preview 55:15 : P.O. Sox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 02, 20211 hr 26 minEp. 465

Sox Machine Live!: Hello, Cesar Hernandez and Ryan Tepera

Stream Date: 07-29-2021 Josh and Jim recap the Chicago White Sox two trades that happened on July 29, second baseman Cesar Hernandez and reliever Ryan Tepera. How do these two additions help the White Sox chances in the upcoming postseason? They'll break it down while reacting live to the blockbuster deal that saw Max Scherzer and Trea Turner head west to join the Los Angeles Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 30, 202158 minEp. 464

White Sox Wake Up Call: July 29, 2021

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 29, 202114 minEp. 463

White Sox Wake Up Call: July 28, 2021

On Today's Episode Eloy is a hero! Bullpen holds it down Minor Leagues come up short Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 28, 20218 minEp. 462

White Sox Wake-Up Call: July 27, 2021

Good morning. Here's the rundown: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox lost to Mike Minor and the Royals for a third time, dampening the excitement of Eloy Jiménez's return. TONIGHT: Dylan Cease faces Brad Keller, who allows more traffic than any other AL pitcher. ON THE FARM: The White Sox signed all their draft picks, and both rookie ball affiliates took losses. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The A's and Cubs near a deal for Andrew Chafin, and the Tigers lose their fourth straight while Cleveland is idle. Learn more...

Jul 27, 20215 minEp. 461

Welcome back, Eloy Jimenez

Rundown: Intro - Eloy Jimenez returns 5:45 - Who plays in LF: Jimenez or Andrew Vaughn? 14:14 - Recap Milwaukee Tailgate / 2022 Tailgate Plans 19:02 - Recap Brewers vs. White Sox series 25:08 - Why Leury Garcia can’t be the starting second baseman come the postseason 31:30 - Michael Kopech batted 38:32 - Adam Frazier trade reaction 44:11 - Whit Merrifield trade rumor 45:05 - White Sox target: Cesar Hernandez? 49:50 - Will we see Whit Merrifield face the White Sox this week? 53:09 - P.O. Sox: Gue...

Jul 26, 20211 hr 18 minEp. 460

Sox Machine Live!: Heading to the Cream City

Stream Date: 7/22/2021 Josh and Jim share their instant reaction to the Nelson Cruz trade to Tampa Bay. How they feel about Yermin Mercedes after the retirement/non-retirement news. Finally, they share details of the upcoming Sox Machine / Fromthe108 Tailgate at Milwaukee and get pumped for White Sox vs. Brewers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 23, 202147 minEp. 459

White Sox Wake Up Call: July 22, 2021

Last Night: The Minnesota Twins win in their last trip to Chicago, 7-2. White Sox collected ten hits but ground into four double plays to stunt the offense. White Sox News: Yermin Mercedes on his personal Instagram page announces his retirement. Down on the Farm : Luis Robert makes his return in action collecting an RBI single, Eloy Jimenez goes 1-for-4, and Birmingham scores 17 in their victory. Around MLB: Arizona sweeps Pittsburgh, Giants edge the Dodgers, and Cleveland finally beats Houston....

Jul 22, 20217 minEp. 458

White Sox Wake Up Call: July 21st, 2021

On today's episode: White Sox Battle Back to Beat Twins Shutouts In The Minors Pitching Prospect Struggles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 21, 202110 minEp. 457

White Sox Wake-Up Call: July 20, 2021

Good morning. Here's the rundown: MONDAY: The White Sox and Twins split a doubleheader, but not the way most expected. TONIGHT: Bailey Ober tries to repeat his success against the Sox, while Dallas Keuchel hopes for another 15 runs of support. ON THE FARM: The ACL White Sox lose, the DSL White Sox win, and Luis Robert will be joining Winston-Salem this week. AROUND THE LEAGUE: Cleveland loses, double-digit run totals abound, and Shohei Ohtani throws six scoreless in vain. Learn more about your a...

Jul 20, 20217 minEp. 456

Starting pitching fuels White Sox series win over Houston

Rundown: Intro - Astros series highlights 3:25: Starting Pitching success 6:22: Lucas Giolito’s adjustments 12:23: Carlos Rodon, AL Cy Young favorite 26:17 : Lance Lynn contract extension 30:09: Tim Anderson on fire 34:12: Second base and bullpen need addressing 47:03 : Minor League Report 50:36 : Twins series preview / Reynaldo Lopez starts 61:27: P.O. Sox - Prettiest HR swing 67:00: Trade ideas for Starling Marte and Craig Kimbrel 78:00: Fan problems attending White Sox games Learn more about ...

Jul 19, 20211 hr 34 minEp. 455

2021 MLB Draft Recap with James Fox of Future Sox

Guest: James Fox, Future Sox Josh and James recap the 2021 Chicago White Sox MLB Draft. They discuss who are the more exciting prospects to follow as they get added to the farm system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 17, 202150 minEp. 454

Sox Machine Live!: Kicking Off Second Half of 2021

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 16, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 453

Riding High to All-Star Break and Hello, Colson Montgomery

Rundown Intro: Are we getting used to all of this winning? 3:07: Andrew Vaughn and Adam Engel figuring out hitting against RHP 16:04: Team need before the trade deadline: Bullpen 23:14: All-Star Game and Home Run Derby picks 30:06: Hello, Colson Montgomery. Recap of White Sox first-round pick 46:55: P.O. Sox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 12, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 452

Sox Machine Live!: Goodbye, Adam Eaton. Welcome back, Eloy Jimenez

Stream date: 7-8-2021 Josh and Jim discuss if they are changing their sights for the White Sox in 2021. They also say goodbye to Adam Eaton (again), and get excited about Eloy Jimenez's return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 09, 20211 hr 9 minEp. 451

White Sox Wake Up Call: July 8th, 2021

On Today's Episode: White Sox finish off the Twins Minor League Struggles AL Central slides Sox way Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 08, 20217 minEp. 450

White Sox Wake Up Call: July 7, 2021

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 07, 20219 minEp. 449

White Sox Wake-Up Call: July 6, 2021

Good morning. Here's the rundown: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox lost to the Twins 8-5, and Yasmani Grandal to a calf injury that will send him to the injured list. TONIGHT: A rematch between All-Star Carlos Rodón and José Berríos, if weather allows. ON THE FARM: The Arizona Complex League finally gives us minor-league baseball on Mondays. AROUND THE LEAGUE: Cleveland, the Royals and the Cubs all keep losing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 07, 20217 minEp. 448

2021 MLB Draft Preview with Jim Callis

Rundown: 1:50: Jim Callis of MLB.com stops by to preview the 2021 MLB Draft and share his thoughts about the seasons of Jake Burger and Gavin Sheets. 37:49: Josh answers your P.O. Sox questions about the job Tony La Russa is doing, if the White Sox should stand pat at the deadline to avoid impacting 2022 and beyond, and what's the best-case scenario in next week's draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jul 05, 20211 hr 14 minEp. 447
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