Buy "Tell Me A Story That I Don't Know" from your local bookstore or online here . Rundown [Intro] Josh's quick preview of "Tell Me A Story I Don't Know' [2:26] George Ofman, who spend almost 50 years covering Chicago sports on the radio, shares his experience launching a podcast [6:07] What it was like for George to mentor Mike Greenberg [7:21] A story about Ozzie Guillen path to becoming White Sox manager and how he took the job away from Cito Gaston [12:54] A story about Jason Benetti's path ...
Jan 15, 2024•36 min•Ep. 866
The Saint of Second Chances is now available on Netflix. Link to film Rundown: [Intro] Josh's quick recap of The Saint of Second Chances, a must watch for Chicago White Sox fans [2:50] Night Train Veeck joins the show and shares what the filming experience was like [5:42] Why did Night Train get into the family business? [7:13] The lessons learned and wisdom bestowed from Mike Veeck to Night Train of the Disco Demolition Night [10:38] Why the family business model works [13:31] Night Train's exp...
Jan 11, 2024•32 min•Ep. 865
Record Date: 1/6/2024 Rundown [Intro] Josh is heading out on vacation visiting Australia and New Zealand [4:21] Alec S. If this wasn’t your job, how many Sox games would you watch this upcoming season? The second half of last season I watched games around the league and realized how much good baseball there is to watch. I don’t see myself watching more than 40 Sox games this year [10:49] Michael In the spirit of a very old P.O. Sox question I asked where I wondered who would have the better care...
Jan 08, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 864
Record Date: 1/4/2024 Rundown [Intro] When will Chris Getz make his first big move? Also, a check on remaining available ex-2019 Kansas City Royals players that could be added. [5:26] Hello, Brett Phillips. Why are White Sox fans fearful that Phillips will be the Opening Day starting right fielder? [20:05] Hello, Chad Kuhl. While his fastballs are getting awful results, Kuhl can help the Charlotte Knights with pitching depth that they didn't have last year. Or, because of his above average slide...
Jan 05, 2024•59 min•Ep. 863
Record Date: 12/31/2023 Rundown: Happy New Year! [2:08] Chicago White Sox sign starting pitcher Chris Flexen. Can Brian Bannister and Ethan Katz help fix Flexen's fastball? If yes, then there's a chance the White Sox added a starter than can pitch 125 or more innings in 2024. [16:36] With new Boston Red Sox GM Craig Breslow saying that the team needs to be prepared to part with prospects to acquire controllable starting pitching, could this be an angle for Dylan Cease? Which Red Sox prospects sh...
Jan 01, 2024•47 min•Ep. 862
Record Date: 12/28/2023 Rundown: [Intro] Jim is back from holiday break [3:22] White Sox sign Martin Maldonado in an attempt to solidify the catching position. Josh and Jim like what Maldonado brings in blocking and countering the running game, but his poor framing is a big concern. [27:24] Maybe Tim Hill is a poor man's Aaron Bummer. A lot will depend on how Hill heals from a ligament injury in his throwing hand and if he can regain velocity with his sinker. [41:41] This episode marks the last ...
Dec 29, 2023•46 min•Ep. 861
Record Date: 12/26/2023 Rundown: [Intro before the intro] According to Robert Murray of FanSided, the Chicago White Sox are signing Martin Maldonado. Podcast episode recapping that signing coming later this week to recap that news [2:11] White Sox request from Cincinnati for Dylan Cease [9:48] MLB News: Mitch Garver signs with Seattle [12:42] MLB News: Kevin Kiermaier signs with Toronto [15:10] With Kiermaier off the board, what are the White Sox plans for right field? [21:04] MLB News: Clevelan...
Dec 27, 2023•41 min•Ep. 860
Record Date: 12/21/2023 Rundown: [Intro] MLB rule changes for 2024 including reducing pitch clock and mound visits, and widen of first base path line. [16:03] 2024 PECOTA Projection: Luis Robert Jr. [22:41] 2024 PECOTA Projection: Andrew Benintendi and Eloy Jimenez [27:47] 2024 PECOTA Projection: Andrew Vaughn and Yoan Moncada [34:53] 2024 PECOTA Projection: Erick Fedde [39:05] 2024 PECOTA Projection: Dylan Cease [42:02] 2024 PECOTA Projection: Rest of White Sox pitchers Learn more about your ad...
Dec 22, 2023•53 min•Ep. 859
Record Date: 12/18/2023 Guest: Ben Clemens, FanGraphs Article Link: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/how-not-to-build-for-depth/ Rundown Ben Clemens wrote on FanGraphs "How [Not] to build depth" and highlights how awful the Chicago White Sox depth issue truly is Jim Margalus joins the show to share his thoughts about the topic, how the White Sox should implement more roster churn, and does that type of churn apply to "Core" players such as Yoan Moncada, Eloy Jimenez, Andrew Benintendi, and Andrew Vau...
Dec 19, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 858
Record Date: 12/14/2023 Rundown: [Intro] What is it like to be a Los Angeles Dodgers fan? [4:37] Dodgers trade for Tyler Glasnow [9:09] Are the Dodgers out of the Dylan Cease sweepstakes? [14:44] AL Central free agent activity [18:46] Who has the best starting pitching staff in the AL Central right now? [23:12] Is the AL Central more open than originally thought? [28:58] Could Jerry Reinsdorf change his mind and encourage more free agent spending? [38:48] Chat about the latest rumor of Marcus St...
Dec 15, 2023•43 min•Ep. 857
Record Date: 12/11/2023 Rundown [Intro] Josh and Jim got a free agent pick correct [2:50] How MLB reporters covered Ohtani's free agency, and if there will be any fallout. [13:06] The craziness of Ohtani's new contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers [22:53] Could the White Sox ever utilize this type of deferral signing for future free agents, say, Juan Soto? [28:20] Hello, Max Stassi. The White Sox add a veteran catcher to the 26-man roster. [35:33] MLB News and Rumors: Yamamoto's market heats up,...
Dec 12, 2023•47 min•Ep. 856
Record Date: 12/5/2023 Rundown: [Intro] The Chicago White Sox sign RHP Erick Fedde. What adjustments did he make to improve his game in the KBO and how Brian Bannister identified Fedde as a free agent target. [16:59] MLB Draft Lottery took place and the Chicago White Sox will have the fifth selection overall. What does the upcoming class look like in 2024, and is the new lottery system working to curb tanking? [24:47] Many national reporters are upset with the lack of buzz at Winter Meetings and...
Dec 06, 2023•36 min•Ep. 855
Record Date: 12/4/2023 Rundown: [Intro] Quotes from Pedro Grifol and Chris Getz during their media sessions [7:56] Day 1 Recap: What it's like to be at the Winter Meetings [8:57] Shohei Ohtani holding things up [11:06] Do the White Sox have the players to be like the Diamondbacks? [21:31] Dylan Cease update: Atlanta Braves not that interested [24:38] Looking ahead to Day 2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 05, 2023•36 min•Ep. 854
Record Date: 12/3/2023 Rundown: [Intro] Hello from Nashville [2:57] White Sox story to follow: Dylan Cease [9:44] White Sox story to follow: Eloy Jimenez [18:09] White Sox story to follow: Martin Maldonado [22:15] How the lack of a local TV deal after 2024 is impacting the White Sox spending [32:40] Milwaukee Brewers break a White Sox record [39:39] Latest update concerning Juan Soto and Shohei Ohtani as the Toronto Blue Jays enter the conversation [50:31] Jim Leyland is voted into the Baseball ...
Dec 04, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 853
Record Date: 11/29/2023 Rundown: Voice of the Gwinnett Stripers, Dave Lezotte, shares his unique insight regarding new White Sox players Mike Soroka, Jared Shuster, and Braden Shewmake We also discuss if Atlanta has enough prospect capital to make a Dylan Cease trade happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 30, 2023•20 min•Ep. 852
Record Date: 11/26/2023 Rundown: [Intro] Kenta Maeda signs with the Detroit Tigers. Josh and Jim explore how it impacts both the starting pitcher market and AL Central [12:37] It seems very likely that Dylan Cease will be dealt soon. What kind of return does Chris Getz need to get in such a deal? [24:41] Hypothetical trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers [30:31] Hypothetical trade with the Atlanta Braves [35:36] Hypothetical trade with the Cincinnati Reds [46:47] Hypothetical trade with the New Yor...
Nov 27, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 851
Record Date: 11/21/2023 Rundown: We reported the White Sox interest in Paul DeJong, and now it's being reported nationally that the two sides have an agreement for 2024 season. Why there is little upside in a Paul DeJong and Nicky Lopez middle infield combo even with the defensive boost. What's the possible plan of adding DeJong to this roster. What's the next move for Chris Getz? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 22, 2023•41 min•Ep. 850
Record Date: 11/19/2023 Rundown: Josh and Jim breakdown Chris Getz's first big trade of sending Aaron Bummer to Atlanta for five players that might include two starting pitchers and the 2024 starting second baseman. [25:51] Dylan Cease trade rumors are picking up again as the Los Angeles Dodgers are now kicking the tires [41:50 ] 63 players were non-tendered, including former Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff. Who of this lot is worthwhile for the White Sox to pursue? Learn mor...
Nov 20, 2023•55 min•Ep. 849
Stream Date: 11/16/2023 Rundown: Free Agent Pick'em Contest Picks 1) Shohei Ohtani 2) Yoshinobu Yamamoto 3) Blake Snell 4) Aaron Nola 5) Cody Bellinger 6) Jordan Montgomery 7) Sonny Gray 8) Eduardo Rodriguez 9) Matt Chapman 10) Josh Hader Who will be the White Sox biggest free agent signing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 17, 2023•47 min•Ep. 848
Record Date: 11/13/2023 Rundown: [Intro] Josh is back from vacation and Jim shares details about the upcoming Sox Machine curling event [7:45] Jason Benetti leaves the Chicago White Sox gig to join Detroit's booth. Why moving away from the White Sox was inevitable and why it's not a good look for the marketing team, especially Brooks Boyer. [35:49] More Dylan Cease trade rumors [45:41] White Sox payroll reduction speculation [51:36] Rumor: Tim Anderson to Angels? Learn more about your ad choices...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 847
Rundown: [Intro] Why Jim Callis enjoys Arizona Fall League as much as Spring Training [3:29] Callis's thoughts about Chris Getz as White Sox GM [6:35] Colson Montgomery recap [15:22] Bryan Ramos recap [17:29] Jacob Burke recap [19:44] Jake Eder recap [24:54] Jordan Leasure recap [27:23] State of the White Sox farm system [33:33] Jim Margalus sits down with White Sox LHP Fraser Ellard. They discuss what the process is like in Arizona, how Ellard's 2023 campaign went, and what he's got plan for th...
Nov 09, 2023•57 min•Ep. 846
Record Date : 11/5/2023 Rundown: Chicago White Sox decline Tim Anderson and Liam Hendriks contract option. A recap of their impact to the White Sox and what's next for both. GM Meetings begin this week as the White Sox are not shopping Dylan Cease, but will listen to offers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 06, 2023•53 min•Ep. 845
Stream Date: 11/2/2023 Rundown: Texas Rangers win the 2023 World Series Chicago White Sox hire Paul Janish as Director of Player Development MLB Offseason begins Making fun of Josh's Offseason Plan Project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 03, 2023•56 min•Ep. 844
Record Date: 10/29/2023 Rundown: Halloween situation at the Margalus and Nelson residence Discussion about the new White Sox bullpen coach, Matt Wise 2023 World Series: What a start and can Max Scherzer hold up in Game 3? Trick or Treat with MLB Free Agents: Mitch Garver, Gary Sanchez, Joc Pederson, Tommy Pham, Adam Duvall, Jordan Montgomery, Kenta Maeda, Michael Lorenzen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 843
Stream Date: 10/26/2023 That wonderful time of year where Sox Machine runs the Offseason Plan Project. It's time for White Sox fans to act as the general manager sharing how they would construct their roster for the upcoming 2024 season. Josh Nelson and Jim Margalus break down the decisions that lay ahead for general managers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 842
Record Date: 10/22/2023 Rundown: [Intro] Is Luis Robert Jr.'s terrific 2023 a start to multiple All-Star caliber seasons? If the White Sox were to rebuild, is now the time to trade Robert? [16:29] Andrew Benintendi failed in 2023 to provide immediate impact. What does he need to do in 2024 to be considered "good"? [25:34] Right Field continues to be a mess. Should the White Sox give Oscar Colas a restart and wipe away the 2023 season? [42:50] Korey Lee and Carlos Perez didn't make a great first ...
Oct 23, 2023•56 min•Ep. 841
Record Date: 10/19/2023 Rundown: [Intro] MLB Postseason has been fun to watch [4:48] Already sick of hearing about "culture" [6:54] Assistant GM Josh Barfield cites the team's desire in finding players to help with OBP and defense [12:45] Cody Bellinger is the only star free agent who meets each White Sox need [25:23] American League Gold Glove conversation between Luis Robert Jr. and Kevin Kiermaier [35:55] Kim Ng leaves Miami, but Josh and Jim think coming back to the White Sox is highly unlik...
Oct 20, 2023•56 min•Ep. 840
Record Date : 10/15/2023 Rundown: Is pitching the favorite baseball topic to write about? [4:20] Notepad exercise: who would be in the White Sox five-man starting rotation today? [10:47] Dylan Cease review: How can he bounce back to his 2022 form? [24:14] Mike Clevinger review: Should the White Sox pick up their end of the mutual option? [32:14] Michael Kopech review: Is Kopech still a starting pitcher? [41:09] The best end of the rotation options [46:07] A look at the free agent starting pitchi...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 839
With ex-Royals Chris Getz and Pedro Grifol running things for the Chicago White Sox, it’s no surprise to hear the latest rumor about their upcoming pursuit of current Royals catcher Salvador Perez and ex-Royals second baseman Whit Merrifield this offseason. Josh and Jim discuss those rumors and look ahead to the upcoming LCS matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 838
Air Date: 10/10/2023 Josh Nelson and Jim Margalus join James Fegan, Laurence Holmes, and Dan Bernstein on 670 the Score for annual Chicago White Sox roundtable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 11, 2023•32 min•Ep. 837
