2018 MLB Draft Show
Recorded: 6/4/2018 Brian Bilek, James Fox, and Jim Osborn join Josh Nelson to analyze the top 2018 MLB Draft picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 05, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 26
Sox Machine
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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19: 2018 Draft Day
Guest: Burke Granger, 2080 Baseball Rundown: The White Sox won a series! Against the NL's best team! With how well Dylan Covey has been pitching, and Carlos Rodon returning, what will the starting rotation look like next week? Lots of MLB Draft discussion as we tackle the possible drama inside the White Sox war room if the decision comes down to Nick Madrigal or Brady Singer. Burke Granger from 2080 Baseball will share his scouting reports on the game's top draft prospects, and who would he pick...
Jun 04, 2018•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 25
White Sox Wake Up Call: June 1, 2018
Rundown: Tonight starts a three-game series as the Milwaukee Brewers come into town. The White Sox minor league affiliates all won thanks to three terrific starting performances. Around the league, Clayton Kershaw is back, and the National League race is still a tight one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 01, 2018•10 min•Ep. 24
Sox Machine Live!: Crushed in Cleveland
Recorded: 5/30/2018 Rundown: Jose Abreu gets frustrated Lessons learned from Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez starts against Cleveland Is Tim Anderson finding his groove? What’s the cause of Yoan Moncada’s slump in May? Preview the upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 31, 2018•44 min•Ep. 23
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 30, 2018
Here's the rundown for your White Sox Wake-Up Call: RECAP: The Sox fell to the Indians 7-3 behind another shaky outing from Lucas Giolito. PREVIEW: Reynaldo Lopez faces off against Corey Kluber. ON THE FARM: Carlos Rodon dominated AAA hitters in potentially his final rehab start. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Mets lose two, count 'em two starters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 30, 2018•8 min•Ep. 22
18: An early look at Jose Abreu's trade market
Guest: Eric Longenhagen, Fangraphs The rundown: Jose Abreu is having a terrific start to 2018 which naturally raises the question during this rebuilding phase if he will be traded by July 31st? We breakdown how much Abreu still means to the White Sox which two teams could use Abreu the most. Preview the series in Cleveland as the Indians bullpen might finally be a welcome sight for White Sox hitters. Our guest is Eric Longenhagen from Fangraphs.com who shares his thoughts of Alec Hansen's rehab ...
May 28, 2018•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 21
Sox Machine Live!: Welington Castillo leaves the White Sox in quite a mess
Recorded 5/24/2018 Rundown: With Welington Castillo's suspension we discuss what the impacts are short and long-term at the catching position. Leury Garcia on the DL also forces Rick Hahn to promote Charlie Tilson. But why are they signing minor league outfielders for Charlotte and not promoting Eloy Jimenez? Preview the upcoming road series against the Detroit Tigers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 25, 2018•36 min•Ep. 20
White Sox Wake Up Call: May 24, 2018
Rundown: Later today it will be announced that Welington Castillo will be suspended 80 games for PED use and Leury Garcia left last night's game with a twisted left knee. Who will Rick Hahn call up to replace both players on the 25-man roster? Michael Kopech was decent in his start against the Norfolk Tide, Eloy Jimenez had a good night at the plate, and the Kannapolis Intimidators keep winning. Scores around MLB highlight the Milwaukee Brewers rise and the Diamondbacks fall to .500. Learn more ...
May 24, 2018•16 min•Ep. 19
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 23, 2018
Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: The White Sox remembered how to hit with runners in scoring position before it was too late, scoring three runs in the eighth for a 3-2 victory over Baltimore. Dylan Covey gets his first chance at replacing Carson Fulmer tonight. Alec Hansen returns to action in extended spring training, and Gavin Sheets finally homered. The Twins are making a run at the .500 Indians, and Cole Hamels showed what the Sox missed by beating the Yankees. Le...
May 23, 2018•9 min•Ep. 18
White Sox Wake Up Call: May 22, 2018
Rundown: Another frustrating loss by the White Sox last night as manager Rick Renteria made some questionable decisions. Down on the farm, Charlotte won big and Eloy Jimenez hit his 8th home run of the season. MLB Scoreboard highlights Juan Soto hitting his first career home run on the very first pitch he sees. Oh, and nobody in the AL Central is above .500 again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 22, 2018•12 min•Ep. 17
17: A Home Series Win!
Guests: Joe Ostrowski, 670 the score Trevor Wilt, Kannapolis Intimidators The Rundown: The Chicago White Sox won a home series! After starting 3-15 at GRF, the White Sox won 3 out of 4 against the Texas Rangers as we recap the great performance from Reynaldo Lopez. 670 the Score's Joe Ostrowski brings his insight about the Supreme Court's historic ruling that allows states to open up sports gambling. Kannapolis Intimidators PxP Trevor Wilt joins the show to share his thoughts about Carlos Rodon'...
May 21, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 16
Sox Machine on the Radio: Josh Nelson joins Fred and Jurko on ESPN 1000
Original air date: 5/18/2018 Can the White Sox win 10 home games before July 1st? Yoan Moncada: taking the good with the bad State of the rebuild Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 18, 2018•12 min•Ep. 15
White Sox Wake Up Call: May 18, 2018
The Rundown: Good luck was on the White Sox side as they score four in the bottom of the eighth inning to beat the Rangers, 4-2. Preview tonight's White Sox vs. Rangers game. Highlight action in the minor leagues that includes Trey Michalczewski's walk-off double Scores around the league as Manny Machado hit his 14th home run of the season, but Baltimore now has the most losses in the American League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 18, 2018•11 min•Ep. 14
Sox Machine Live!: Swept away in Pittsburgh
The Rundown: Jim shares his notes visiting the Charlotte Knights, Winston-Salem Dash, and the Kannapolis Intimidators. Recap the Pirates series trying to figure out why the starters are having such a tough time in the first inning. Discuss the idea of Yolmer Sanchez playing in the outfield Preview the Rangers series With Robinson Cano suspended for PEDs should MLB's stance soften to allow star players to stay on the field Presented by SeatGeek and RXBar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...
May 17, 2018•50 min•Ep. 13
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 16, 2018
Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: The White Sox once again got thumped in the first inning, and this time it resulted in a shutout. Jameson Taillon is coming back from a cut on his pitching hand that healed so slowly that he entertained the thought of using urine to fix it. The minor-league affiliates were 0-4, although Eloy Jimenez had a nice night. Robinson Cano is suspended, A.J. Pollock is out 4-8 weeks, and the AL Central is still a mess. Learn more about your ad c...
May 16, 2018•10 min•Ep. 12
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 15, 2018
Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 15th, 2018: GOOD NEWS: Yoan Moncada will return to the Sox lineup on Tuesday. DOWN ON THE FARM: Birmingham was on the wrong side of a no-no and Kannapolis won thanks to Laz Rivera and Lincoln Henzman. AROUND MLB: the Supreme Court struck down a ban on sports gambling, and the Indians continued to be mediocre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 15, 2018•7 min•Ep. 11
White Sox Wake Up Call: May 11, 2018
The Rundown: Preview the upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs as Welington Castillo could be a good pick-to-click against Tyler Chatwood. Recap the action in the minor leagues as Eloy Jimenez extends his hitting streak to 14 games, and the Kannapolis Intimidators improve their record to 22-11. Highlighting scores around Major League Baseball as there were plenty of Grand Slams smacked around ballparks yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 11, 2018•10 min•Ep. 10
Sox Machine Live!: Bullpen blows it again
Recorded: 5-9-2018 The Rundown: The Chicago White Sox struggles continue as Nate Jones gives up a three-run lead in the ninth as the Pittsburgh Pirates sweep the Sox Is Rick Renteria getting carried away pulling starters during games for not hustling? Is it time for Eloy Jimenez to face AAA pitching? Cubs/Sox preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 10, 2018•39 min•Ep. 9
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 9, 2018
Good morning, White Sox fans. Here's what's in today's Wake-Up Call: The Sox will still be searching for their first series win against a team that isn't the Royals after a disheartening loss to the Pirates on Tuesday night. * At least the Barons are still good The Dash, too. James Paxton throws a no-hitter, Dylan Bundy can't get anybody out, all AL Central teams are under .500 and there are two AL East teams at 25-10. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 09, 2018•9 min•Ep. 8
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 8, 2018
Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 8, 2018: The White Sox were off Monday, which means they didn't lose! They also released an encouraging update on Danny Farquhar. In the minors, Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and the Birmingham Barons continued to mash with a late comeback victory. Around the majors, there were blowouts abound, plus the Sox two most recent opponents matched up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 08, 2018•7 min•Ep. 7
15: MLB Draft Preview with Jim Callis
Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline.com The Rundown: We recap the weekend bringing back The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly as the White Sox have their worst start to a season since 1948. Our good friend, Jim Callis, joins the show to share his thoughts about the upcoming MLB Draft and who would be a good fit for the White Sox at pick 4. Plus, his thoughts about a potential Michael Kopech call up and which prospects are rising up the rankings board. Of course, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox includi...
May 07, 2018•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 6
Sox Machine on the Radio: Josh Nelson on ESPN 1000's Murph and Fred
Air Date: 5/5/2018 Topics Positive takeaways from Carson Fulmer's start vs. Twins When should Michael Kopech be called up? Why did the White Sox trade for Trayce Thompson? What are the chances the White Sox sign Manny Machado in the offseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 05, 2018•19 min•Ep. 5
White Sox Wake Up Call: May 4, 2018
The Rundown: Down 5-1, the White Sox comeback thanks to home runs by Daniel Palka and Trayce Thompson to beat the Twins, 6-5. Micker Adolfo and Luis Basabe homer to power the Dash to a sweep of Lynchburg Albert Pujols gets hit 2,999 but falls short of reaching the accomplishment at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 04, 2018•12 min•Ep. 4
Sox Machine Live!: Lucas Giolito and James Shields bounce back
Recorded: 5/2/2018 The rundown: Even though the White Sox lost both games against St. Louis we saw good starts from Lucas Giolito and James Shields. We discuss what has been working for them and which pitches to watch for in upcoming starts to see if this success will continue. Yoan Moncada is banged up. Should manager Rick Renteria give him a break? Who should close games for the White Sox moving forward: Nate Jones or Joakim Soria? Preview the upcoming series against the Minnesota Twins Presen...
May 03, 2018•35 min•Ep. 3
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 2, 2018
Good morning. Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call: Last night: The White Sox defense tried to prop up a shaky bullpen, but the contact Joakim Soria allowed couldn't be flagged down, and he blew the save. Down on the farm: Michael Kopech is tested, Dylan Cease isn't, and the organization hands out awards. Around the league: Late homers aplenty, and Adam Eaton's ankle injury continues to be worse than initially expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 02, 2018•11 min•Ep. 2
White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 1, 2018
Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 1st: The White Sox had the day off in preparation for a two-game series against the Cardinals, starting tonight in St. Louis. Birmingham clubbed their way to an 11-7 victory, as Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and Seby Zavala all joined in on the hit parade. The Dodgers' pennant defense suffered a major blow with the announcement that Corey Seager will be undergoing Tommy John surgery. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
May 01, 2018•8 min•Ep. 1
14: Dash, Davidson and Drama
Guest: Joe Weil, the voice of the Winston-Salem Dash The rundown: Chicago White Sox wrap up the first month of the season with Matt Davidson leading the offense. Is his performance a mirage? We discuss what happened with Tim Anderson and Salvador Perez, and how players should handle on the field issues like this in the future. Our feature story is a deep dive look at the Winston-Salem Dash with broadcaster Joe Weil. He shares his insight on Dane Dunning, Dylan Cease, the outfield logjam, and how...
Apr 30, 2018•1 hr 17 min0
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