Best Sox Machine Podcasts (2025)

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White Sox finally find some success in Minneapolis 1:04:23

1d ago1:04:23

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Rundown [Intro] For the first time in over two years, the Chicago White Sox won a game in Minneapolis in large thanks to Shane Smith. It's only been five starts, but Smith has been cooking for the White Sox and might be a diamond in the rough. [12:43] Miguel Vargas makes a hand adjustment and pays dividends as he hit his first home run of the seaso…

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Injuries continue to pile up as White Sox fall in Boston 48:26

4d ago48:26

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Record Date: 4/21/2025 Rundown [Intro] After taking three out of four games against the White Sox, Boston must be feeling better about themselves. [3:53] Martin Perez injured his throwing arm and has been placed on the 60-day IL. Why this particular injury will really test the White Sox pitching depth which was lacking in the first place. [10:16] C…

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FanGraphs Top 40 White Sox Prospects with Eric Longenhagen 1:04:42

5d ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Guest: Eric Longenhagen, FanGraphs Rundown [Intro] Quick recap of the Chicago White Sox winning their first road game of the season and how the minor league affiliates are faring. [3:21] FanGraphs lead prospect writer Eric Longenhagen joins the show, as well as fellow FanGraphs contributor, James Fegan. Start the conversation by addressing the farm…

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Getting into White Sox business with Michael Ozanian 1:02:36

8d ago1:02:36

1:02:36

Guest: Michael Ozanian, CNBC Rundown [Intro] CNBC's latest MLB Valuations as the White Sox ranked 15th at $2.15 Billion. We invited Michael Ozanian on the show to discuss his valuations, the overall financial outlook for Major League Baseball, the White Sox ownership structure, and if the league is too top heavy. [23:56] Recap the White Sox getting…

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White Sox get right against Red Sox 57:28

12d ago57:28

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Audio highlights from NESN Rundown: [Intro] Chicago White Sox win their first series of 2025. With how well Martin Perez and Shane Smith are pitching, is there a quiet confidence in the White Sox to steal wins in those games? [4:14] What worked for Davis Martin against Boston? [5:25] White Sox bullpen performed admirably and manager Will Venable wa…

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2025 Feeling A Lot Like 2024 1:01:33

15d ago1:01:33

1:01:33

Rundown [Intro] The Chicago White Sox have lost eight straight games to start 2-10, which is the same record they had last year after 12 games. Why 2025 still feels different from last year's record setting season, but also feels very similar. [10:48] Hello, Chase Meidroth [19:30] Why Kyle Teel or Edgar Quero didn't get called up [25:44] Should the…

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Bullpen Blues Dampen Detroit Trip 1:13:12

19d ago1:13:12

1:13:12

Rundown [Intro] According to Bob Nightengale, Jerry Reinsdorf is still not interested in selling his share to Justin Ishbia. While that's not promising news for the White Sox on the field, it's also not great news for the overall business. [6:29] The White Sox once again have the bullpen blues. How concerned is the coaching staff in trying to sort …

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White Sox tied for first place heading to Detroit 1:19:22

23d ago1:19:22

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Rundown [Intro] Despite being 2-4, the Chicago White Sox are tied for first place in the AL Central [1:42] James Fegan joins the show before he got on his flight to cover the series in Detroit. He shared his opinion of what fueled the strong starting pitching first turn through the rotation [4:43] First impressions of Shane Smith [10:11] What is Se…

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Observations from White Sox series loss to Angels 1:08:03

27d ago1:08:03

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Rundown [Intro] Chicago White Sox received good starting pitching performances from Sean Burke and Jonathan Cannon. Audio from their postgame interviews in what clicked for them. [4:47] James Fegan and Jim Margalus join the show to share their early observations of the White Sox series loss to the Angels. How this weekend displayed the pitching vis…

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2025 Opening Day Eve Live Show with Jim Callis and Courtney Finnicum 59:38

1M ago59:38

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Live show recording from Ramova Theater for 2025 Opening Day Eve on March 26, 2025. Guests: [Intro] Jim Callis of MLB.com talks about the White Sox farm systems and which prospect is most interesting to him [30:44] Courtney Finnicum of Baseball Isn't Boring Podcast dishes out her predictions for the 2025 White Sox. With being a big brunch fan and w…

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2025 White Sox Season Predictions 56:54

1M ago56:54

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Record Date: 3/23/2025 Rundown [Intro] Chicago White Sox 2025 Spring Training is over. We survived at Sox Machine but can't say the same for some White Sox players. [5:44] Infirmary Report: Brandon Drury [13:38] Infirmary Report: Mason Adams [15:16] Infirmary Report: Mike Tauchman [18:49] Infirmary Report: Bryan Ramos [21:32] Hello, Mike Vasil [26:…

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Sean Burke gets Opening Day start 1:01:30

1M ago1:01:30

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Record Date: 3/17/2025 Rundown [Intro] Sox Machine 3.0 Launch [3:29] Sean Burke Opening Day Starter [11:19] How will rest of Starting Rotation shake out? [20:54] Latest Injury updates [31:54] St. Patrick’s Day Luck Boost [42:14] Joey Gallo, the pitcher [51:03] MLB Opening Day: Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs…

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What are the Chicago White Sox plans at shortstop? 1:03:20

1M ago1:03:20

1:03:20

Rundown: [Intro] Exciting news at Sox Machine coming next week [6:10] With Colson Montgomery optioned to AAA, what are the Chicago White Sox plans at shortstop to start 2025? Will they go with a veteran like Jacob Amaya? Bring back old friend Nicky Lopez? Or is it Chase Meidroth getting the first crack? [27:32] Miguel Vargas is batting .400 during …

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How is the 2025 White Sox 26-man roster shaking out 52:39

2M ago52:39

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Rundown [Intro] Colson Montgomery is back thanks to his back spasms calming down. It looks like he's the frontrunner to be Opening Day shortstop, but what if he doesn't pick up his hitting? What if the back barks on him again? Then what's the White Sox plan at shortstop? [19:08] Position outlook: Outfield. With Andrew Benintendi and Austin Slater d…

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White Sox Spring Training Injury Updates and 2025 Minnesota Twins Preview with Dan Hayes 41:17

2M ago41:17

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Rundown [Intro] Josh Nelson provides updates on how the White Sox are performing during Spring Training, and latest injury news. Which isn't looking great for the White Sox outfield and Colson Montgomery [5:21] Dan Hayes of The Athletic joins to share his insights about the Minnesota Twins. What happened with the fallout of Justin Ishbia pivoting f…

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Early Observations of White Sox Spring Training 1:05:44

2M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

Record Date: 2/24/2025 Rundown [Intro] How is Arizona treating James Fegan this week? [4:05] How Will Venable is liking or not liking what he is seeing in early game action [6:54] White Sox adapting to a new pitching strategy of weird throwing angles [12:47] Latest news on White Sox infield position battles with Miguel Vargas getting the nod at thi…

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White Sox sign Mike Clevinger, Justin Ishbia buying shares, and Detroit Tigers preview with Cody Stavenhagen 39:13

2M ago39:13

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Guest: Cody Stavenhagen, The Athletic Rundown [Intro] Chicago White Sox sign Mike Clevinger to a minor league contract. Listen to White Sox GM Chris Getz explain his reasoning and plans for Clevinger [7:05] Reporting from Jon Greenberg and Dan Hayes of The Athletic, Justin Ishbia has stopped his pursuit of buying the Minnesota Twins and now is buyi…

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White Sox Big Data Problem 1:12:10

2M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

Record Date: 2/17/2025 Rundown [Intro] Sound clips from White Sox manager Will Venable, and players Andrew Benintendi and Colson Montgomery on the first day of all players reporting for camp [8:24] How's Arizona? [11:57] Following up from James Fegan's feature about the White Sox Big Data Problem. How the White Sox identified and addressed these ga…

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Keith Law stops by to talk 2025 White Sox Farm System 54:26

2M ago54:26

54:26

Guest: Keith Law, The Athletic Rundown [Intro] Soundbites from White Sox GM Chris Getz and manager Will Venable after first day of Spring Training [5:12] Jim Margalus has his annual chat with The Athletic's Keith Law about the White Sox farm system. Where the system sits today, why they need more talent, what Law needs to see from Colson Montgomery…

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Spring Training 2025 Preview 59:52

2M ago59:52

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Rundown [Intro] Does entering the camp feel differently with new manager in 2025 than in 2023? [7:32] Spring storyline: How does Luis Robert Jr. look? [10:57] Spring storyline: Is Colson Montgomery ready for the majors? [13:32] Spring storyline: Can Brian Bannister and Ethan Katz find magic with unlocking starting pitcher potential? [18:04] Fantasy…

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White Sox Prospect Week and 2025 PECOTA Projections 56:43

3M ago56:43

56:43

Record Date: 2/3/2025 Rundown [Intro] Prospect Week has started at Sox Machine. How are we feeling about the farm system? Does the number of Top 100 prospects move the needle for White Sox fans anymore? [19:36] James Fegan attended Super 60 showcase and shared his insights on the prospect event [24:53] Opening Day Eve show announcement [25:51] Base…

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What we learned from SoxFest 2025 51:31

3M ago51:31

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Rundown: [Intro] You can read how Josh Nelson felt about SoxFest, but James Fegan shares his thoughts about the event [6:43] Drew Thorpe has a setback in his rehab that could impact his ability to be ready for Opening Day [13:09] Noah Schultz is feeling confident coming off his 2024 campaign and why further developing his pitch mix is a focus [16:5…

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2025 MLB Hall of Fame Class and the Los Angeles Dodgers wild spending spree 1:01:53

3M ago1:01:53

1:01:53

Rundown [Intro] How's the weather in your neck of the woods? [4:07] Ichiro, CC Sabathia, and Billy Wagner are voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Jim Margalus isn't exactly thrilled with Wagner's selection. Why it's tough to grade closers when it comes to overall greatness. James Fegan also shares his theory on how Ichiro was one vote shy of bein…

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2025 White Sox ZiPS Projections with Dan Szymborski 46:35

3M ago46:35

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Guest: Dan Szymborski, FanGraphs Link to White Sox 2025 ZiPS Projections: https://blogs.fangraphs.com/2025-zips-projections-chicago-white-sox/ Rundown [Intro] Customary to ask "Why does ZiPS hate the White Sox?" [2:45] Why Dan Szymborski expects more wins in 2025 for the White Sox [6:58] Patreon Question: What percentile outcome were the Sox for cu…

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White Sox add veterans Martin Perez and Josh Rojas 1:00:37

4M ago1:00:37

1:00:37

Rundown [Intro] At this pace, Chris Getz could churn out half the 26-man roster we saw late in 2024. Is this amount of roster churn a good thing? [6:00] Hello, Martin Perez. What the White Sox are hoping to get out of Perez, how long he figures to stay, and why Josh likes this signing [17:36] Hello, Josh Rojas. Why does this signing feel like Nicky…

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2025 New Year's Resolutions for Chicago White Sox 55:46

4M ago55:46

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Rundown [Intro] 2024 was a very eventful year at Sox Machine [2:57] James Fegan's favorite moments covering the White Sox including a story about Garrett Crochet's walk-up music [16:25] 2025 New Year's Resolutions for the Chicago White Sox from fans [26:54] James resolution for the White Sox: Play better defense [31:20] Jim's resolution for the Whi…

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Meeting the new White Sox players 35:01

4M ago35:01

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Record Date: 12/26/2024 Rundown [Intro] Mike Tauchman explains why he signed with the White Sox and how being from Chicagoland area helped the decision-making. Also what his goals are for 2025 and how we wants to be a positive influence on the White Sox clubhouse. [12:15] Bryse Wilson signed with the White Sox in his attempt to establish himself as…

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Hello, Matt Thaiss and Bryse Wilson 56:20

4M ago56:20

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Record Date: 12/19/2024 Rundown [Intro] Appreciation of the work Herb Lawrence and Vinnie Duber put in at CHGO covering the White Sox in recent light of the company's layoffs. [12:40] Sports betting market has released 2025 MLB Futures Win total, and the Chicago White Sox are set at 49.5 wins. That would be the lowest projected win total ever, and …

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Garrett Crochet Trade Reaction 58:28

5M ago58:28

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Record Date: 12/12/2024 Rundown [Intro] Why the White Sox felt they had to make this particular deal for Garrett Crochet [5:23] Why this trade return for Crochet feels better than the Dylan Cease return [9:13] How did other pitchers becoming available in the trade market influence timing of deal? [13:42] Kyle Teel: How is the White Sox catcher situ…

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2024 Winter Meetings Day 3 Recap: Still waiting on Crochet trade and MLB Draft Lottery chat with Mike Ferrin 41:49

5M ago41:49

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Guest: Mike Ferrin, MLB Radio Rundown [Intro] Publishing this podcast episode as quickly as possible after Max Fried signed with the New York Yankees and Nathan Eovaldi is returning to the Texas Rangers. With more starting pitchers coming off the board, are we closer to Garrett Crochet being traded? [5:49] During Chris Getz's media session, the top…

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2024 Winter Meetings Day 2 Recap: Hello, Mike Tauchman and Chris Getz talks about Garrett Crochet 37:45

5M ago37:45

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Record Date: 12/9/2024 Rundown [Intro] White Sox manager Will Venable talks about his new coaching staff and Grady Sizemore being his offensive coordinator. [4:20] White Sox general manager Chris Getz talks about the new coaching staff, Garrett Crochet trade conversations and strategy, and how he wants to add outfielders and starting pitchers [10:0…

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2024 Winter Meetings Day 1 Recap: Dick Allen is a Hall of Famer and Juan Soto signs with the Mets 42:51

5M ago42:51

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Recording Date: 12/8/2024 Rundown [Intro] 2024 Winter Meetings generating more news on Day 1 than all of 2023 Winter Meetings [3:00] Dick Allen makes the Hall of Fame, finally. [9:50] According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, Juan Soto is signing with the New York Mets for a deal that could pay him more than $800 million over the contract's lifetime. Why th…

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2024 MLB Winter Meetings Preview 1:12:47

5M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

Rundown [Intro] Sox Machine will be heading on the road to Dallas, Texas covering the 2024 Winter Meetings. The crew shares their favorite memories of past Winter Meetings and what to expect concerning coverage. [13:09] The Chicago White Sox still haven't officially announced their 2025 coaching staff, which creates confusion as to why and raises t…

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Giving Thanks for the 2024 Season 1:05:04

5M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Record Date: 11/26/2024 [Intro] It's the Thanksgiving episode which Jim, James, and Josh share what they are thankful for after a historically bad 2024 season [22:16] SoxFest 2025 details and the #108ing Live Show [26:20] We have some trade gossip to chew on as USA Today's Bob Nightengale mentioned the Philadelphia Phillies floating an offer of Ale…

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How can Ryan Fuller, Austin Slater, and Walker McKinven help the White Sox 59:50

5M ago59:50

59:50

Rundown [Intro] Josh is back from vacation, and with how trends go with Sox Machine staff spending time away, when Jim takes a break is when Garrett Crochet gets traded [5:12] White Sox hire Ryan Fuller to be their new Director of Hitting. James Fegan shares his impressions of Fuller as Jim contemplates what would be the mark of a good first season…

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2024 Arizona Fall League Review with MLB.com's Jim Callis 1:02:20

6M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Rundown [Intro] Why Jim Callis still loves the Arizona Fall League [3:32] How Colson Montgomery fared during the AFL and what is his future outlook? [14:14] What to make of Tim Elko? [21:12] What did we learn about Grant Taylor at the AFL? [26:42] Who has impressed the most in the AFL? [30:25] What to make of George Wolkow? [40:26] Which teams have…

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Learning more about Will Venable with ex-MLB'er Ian Miller 24:14

6M ago24:14

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Rundown [Intro] Latest news from MLB's GM Meetings as the Chicago White Sox hire Ryan Fuller to be their new Director of Hitting [3:09] Ex-MLB'er Ian Miller, who worked with Will Venable in 2020 during his time at the Chicago Cubs, joins the show to share his insight working with the new White Sox manager. How Venable helped him with preparation du…

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Hello, Will Venable 40:43

6M ago40:43

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Record Date: 10-30-2024 Rundown [Intro] Happy Halloween as the Chicago White Sox provide a treat to fans by making an outside hire of Texas Rangers associate manager, Will Venable [14:48] Why is Venable taking the White Sox job? [20:50] Venable is a big Rick Renteria supporter [27:16] What could Venable's coaching staff look like? Are more coaching…

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Podcast: 2024/25 Offseason Plan Project Kick-Off 1:04:32

6M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

Rundown [Intro] The Sox Machine Offseason Plan launch! [3:34] White Sox payroll obligations [8:30] White Sox arbitration decisions [18:43] White Sox club option decisions [19:22] White Sox pending free agent decisions [24:25] White Sox next manager decision [27:23] White Sox trade ideas [34:29] White Sox free agent target ideas [53:09] 2024 World S…

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Trying to make sense of latest White Sox rumors 44:58

6M ago44:58

44:58

Rundown [Intro] What a week for the White Sox [5:23] Why are the rumors of a sale happening now? [10:23] What are we hearing at Sox Machine within the White Sox organization about sale rumors? [13:17] Who could be in talks of buying the White Sox, and how it impacts Project 78 efforts? [27:01] White Sox managerial search update with new names added…

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White Sox Rumored Managerial Options Grows Larger 1:11:58

7M ago1:11:58

1:11:58

Rundown [Intro] White Sox rumored managerial candidates continues to grow [7:33] Is past playing experience a factor in the White Sox managerial search? [9:15] Which candidates checks off the most boxes for Chris Getz's peferences? [16:22] Can a new manager make an immediate impact with this roster? [22:30] Which former manager or current coaches n…

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2024 White Sox "Fun Facts" and what to do with Andrew Vaughn 1:11:16

7M ago1:11:16

1:11:16

Rundown [Intro] The crew shares how they fared in the yearly White Sox roster quiz and which players they had the most trouble remembering. [13:01] On the heels of James Fegan joining the Effectively Wild podcast, Josh and Jim toss him more 2024 "Fun Facts" about the White Sox [26:31] MLB Trade Rumors arbitration projections were released which has…

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White Sox are finally done with 2024 1:05:37

7M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

Rundown [Intro] A show of appreciation to NBC Sports Chicago and White Sox Talk Podcast [4:33] Sox Machine survives the 2024 season [9:08] Jerry Reinsdorf releases a statement about his disappointment in 2024 and how the franchise will move forward. Which appears to be a focus on finally catching up with other organizations when it comes to analyti…

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White Sox disappoint some by sweeping the Angels 1:18:32

7M ago1:18:32

1:18:32

Rundown: [Intro] What it was like being at the stadium when the White Sox refuse to lose [11:35] Andrew Benintendi becoming Mr. Walk Off [13:52] Chris Flexen earning performance bonus in last start [18:28] Lenyn Sosa finding his hitting groove in September [21:21] Steak Dinner Bet update [23:33] Why Grady Sizemore is a candidate for the White Sox m…

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White Sox organizational dysfunction leads to 120 loss season 1:09:23

7M ago1:09:23

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This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Go to BlueWirePods.com/SURVEY and complete the Blue Wire Audience survey about you and your podcast listening habits for a chance to win a $500 gift card. Rundown [Intro] The Chicago White Sox slow car crash of a season finally reaches 120 los…

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White Sox let series slip away in Anaheim 59:34

7M ago59:34

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This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Go to BlueWirePods.com/SURVEY and complete the Blue Wire Audience survey about you and your podcast listening habits for a chance to win a $500 gift card. Rundown [Intro] White Sox were leading 1-0 going into the 8th inning, but couldn't hold …

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White Sox win their first series since June 45:20

7M ago45:20

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This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Go to BlueWirePods.com/SURVEY and complete the Blue Wire Audience survey about you and your podcast listening habits for a chance to win a $500 gift card. Rundown [Intro] White Sox win their first series since June. What was it like being in t…

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White Sox attempt to be self-aware with current epic struggles 1:12:13

8M ago1:12:13

1:12:13

This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Go to BlueWirePods.com/SURVEY and complete the Blue Wire Audience survey about you and your podcast listening habits for a chance to win a $500 gift card. Rundown [Intro] The Chicago White Sox get swept again, this time by the Cleveland Guardi…

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White Sox snap Flexen losing streak 1:03:45

8M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Go to BlueWirePods.com/SURVEY and complete the Blue Wire Audience survey about you and your podcast listening habits for a chance to win a $500 gift card. Record Date: 9/8/2024 Rundown [Intro] Do we wish that baseball had a rule where the defe…

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White Sox Overhaul International Scouting 1:00:39

8M ago1:00:39

1:00:39

This episode is presented by Gametime. Save $20 off your first ticket purchase using promo code SOXMACHINE Go to BlueWirePods.com/SURVEY and complete the Blue Wire Audience survey about you and your podcast listening habits for a chance to win a $500 gift card. Record Date: 9/4/2024 Rundown [Intro] The Chicago White Sox fire Marco Paddy. Why now an…

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