This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE. Rundown [Intro] Josh and Jim recap the Kansas City #108ing Road Trip while announcing 2025 destination will be Pittsburgh [10:40] The Chicago White Sox were swept by the Royals as Pedro Grifol is on pace for being the worst manager in franchise history [20:59] One positive is Drew Thorpe continues his surge by extending his quality start streak to five games [24:41] Brooks Baldwin made his...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 926
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE on Gametime. Record Date: 7/17/2024 Rundown [Intro] White Sox GM Chris Getz is getting busy with roster churn post All-Star break by DFA Martin Maldonado [8:50] With Maldonado now officially out of the picture can Korey Lee get back on track to prove his worth as starting catcher? [15:25] To help with infield depth as Danny Mendick was DFA and Lenyn Sosa optioned back to Charlotte, the White Sox s...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 925
Episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your next ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE. Record Date: 7/14/2024 [Intro] Hello, Hagen Smith. The Chicago White Sox spend their first round pick on the talented left-handed pitcher. There's audio from his introduction press conference but some White Sox fans are upset that the franchise passed on drafting a hitter. Why Smith might be a better bet to meet his potential and the importance of White Sox getting hitters in return for future t...
Jul 15, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 924
Record Date: 7/11/2024 Rundown [Intro] Michael Kopech pitches an Immaculate Inning thanks to throwing more cutters. Will we finally see Kopech mix up his pitch offerings in upcoming outings? [10:32] Eloy Jimenez is really struggling in his return back from injury. More than 71% of his batted balls are grounders and he hasn't hit a home run since May 14. What will change for Jimenez and could the White Sox move on from Jimenez sooner than later? [18:58] Drew Thorpe has four straight starts of 6+ ...
Jul 12, 2024•54 min•Ep. 923
Record Date: 7/7/2024 Rundown [Intro] Colson Montgomery was named to MLB's Futures Game. Montgomery spoke to how his 2024 season has progressed in Charlotte and what he's focusing on. [6:46] Garrett Crochet will be representing the Chicago White Sox at MLB's All-Star Game. Why it's oversimplification that Crochet's success is driven by how dominant his fastball / cutter combo is and why it feels like their are few starts remaining for him in a White Sox uniform prior to the trade deadline. [24:3...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 922
Record Date: 7/3/2024 Rundown [Intro] MLB.com updated their Top 100 Prospect list that features four White Sox prospects [3:53] Why Jim Callis is concerned about Colson Montgomery's season [13:25] The evolution of Garrett Crochet in 2024 and what's fair to ask in a trade [21:08] 2024 MLB Draft Preview: Who are the favorites to go #1 overall? Who won't be available to the White Sox at Pick 5? Why the consensus around MLB is the White Sox taking prep star Konnor Griffin. Learn more about your ad c...
Jul 04, 2024•43 min•Ep. 921
PSA: Sox Machine & FromThe108 Annual Road Trip is to Kansas City on July 19 to 21. Buy your tickets for the Negro League Museum and Bus Transportation at store.soxmachine.com Rundown [Intro] All about the latest gossip regarding Garrett Crochet's trade status. Why a contract extension was always going to be tricky, why the White Sox want to cash out early with Crochet, and how his trade probability increases to High. [22:32] White Sox vs. Rockies recap: Luis Robert Jr. showing good signs and...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 920
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first MLB ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Record Date: 6/26/2024 Rundown [Intro] Dan Szymborski of FanGraphs joins the show to discuss how ZiPS views the rest of 2024 for the White Sox. Why Chris Getz should trade Luis Robert Jr. sooner than later as the near future outlook is very hazy and who could use Erick Fedde the most? [28:43] Jonathan Nelson, President and General Manager of the Birmingham Barons, stops by to talk about...
Jun 27, 2024•49 min•Ep. 919
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first MLB ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Record Date: 6/23/2024 Rundown [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...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 918
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first MLB ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Rundown [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 [22:3...
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 917
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE on tickets. Rundown [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 ...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 916
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 915
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first MLB ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Record Date: 6/9/2024 Rundown [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 De...
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 914
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first purchase of MLB tickets using promo code SOXMACHINE. Record Date: 6/5/2024 Rundown [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 Rober...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 913
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off MLB tickets using the Gametime and promo code SOXMACHINE. Record Date: 6/2/2024 Rundown [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: Ex...
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 912
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first MLB ticket purchase on Gametime using promo code SOXMACHINE Record Date: 5/30/2024 Rundown [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? [2...
May 31, 2024•57 min•Ep. 911
Record Date: 5/28/2024 Rundown [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 ye...
May 29, 2024•46 min•Ep. 910
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase on Gametime using promo code SOXMACHINE. Record Date: 5/26/2024 Rundown [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 clubhou...
May 27, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 909
This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your next purchase on MLB tickets using promo code SOXMACHINE at Gametime.co Record Date: 5/22/2024 Rundown [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 start...
May 23, 2024•55 min•Ep. 908
Record Date: 5/19/2024 Rundown [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"...
May 20, 2024•59 min•Ep. 907
Record Date: 5/15/2024 Rundown [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 su...
May 16, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 906
Record Date: 5/12/2024 Rundown [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: Washing...
May 13, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 905
Rundown [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 Rob...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 904
Record Date: 5/5/2024 Rundown [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...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 903
Show sponsored by Gametime. Save $20 off your next ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE. Terms apply. Guest: Ken Smoller, Author of "Last Comiskey" Rundown [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 C...
May 03, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 902
Record Date: 4/28/2024 Rundown [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 Benintend...
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 901
Record Date: 4/25/2024 Rundown [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 accomp...
Apr 26, 2024•56 min•Ep. 900
Record Date: 4/21/2024 Rundown [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 previ...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 899
Record Date: 4/18/2024 Rundown [Intro] Jim Margalus shares his deep knowledge of Taylor Swift lore [3:34] The Chicago White Sox won a game! Despite the offense just scoring four runs in a three game series against Kansas City. Why does it feel like a chore trying to watch this offense hit? [13:30] Nick Nastrini MLB debut recap [18:11] Jonathan Cannon MLB debut recap [27:01] Erick Fedde looking like a good signing after four starts [31:04] The White Sox have a Martin Maldonado problem [47:42] Whi...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 898
Record Date: 4/14/2024 Rundown [Intro] The 2024 Chicago White Sox set a new franchise low with only two wins in their first 15 games. Where is Chris Getz's head at with this awful start? Why is Pedro Grifol encouraging his players to enjoy playing the game? What's fueling this ugly record? [16:43] Hello, Tommy Pham. According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, the White Sox are close to signing outfielder Tommy Pham. Why are they making this signing now? In which ways will Pham get at-bats with t...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 897
