Sox Machine

In the latest CBA negotiations, MLB’s owners proposed economic changes to the Players Association. Focusing on updating the Super 2 payment structure, minimizing service time manipulation, and offering an International Draft. Josh and Jim comb through the reported offerings pointing out the faults of the Owner’s proposal. Are these offerings good enough to keep the Players Association at the table to talk? If not, does that put the start of Spring Training at risk? With the International Signing period this weekend, they also share their early thoughts on Oscar Colas and Erick Hernandez.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tim Anderson had another terrific season in 2021 earning his first All-Star nod on his way to another 4+ WAR season. Entering 2022, where does Tim Anderson rank among the best shortstops in the game? Also with all of these mega contracts being signed by free-agent shortstops, what could Anderson’s future value look like in the open market? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In light of recent reports from Jeff Passan of ESPN, and Max Scherzer answering questions for the LA Times, Josh and Jim recap the latest regarding the MLB Lockout. Why is there no urgency from the league to meet with the MLBPA? What is the central concern for the MLBPA? Is there an easy path to a new CBA? Plus, their thoughts on Ken Rosenthal leaving MLB Network and Alex Rodriquez possibly getting his own “Manningcast” type show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Chicago White Sox had plans to challenge Andrew Vaughn with an aggressive assignment in 2021. They just didn’t know it would be out of position for Vaughn and playing primarily in left field. While Vaughn did admirably defensively, the bat-first prospect had his share of struggles at the plate, especially against right-handed pitching. Entering 2022, what is Andrew Vaughn’s role with the White Sox? Will he start every day again in a corner outfield position? Or will he be platooning at DH with Gavin Sheets? Or is Andrew Vaughn even on the White Sox post-lockout? Josh and Jim recap Andrew Vaughn’s rookie season while answering the critical questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published Date: 12/30/2021With New Year’s around the corner, Josh and Jim look back at the Chicago White Sox best moments in 2021. Then they share their personal 2022 resolutions and the goals they have for the White Sox to focus on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unfortunately, White Sox fans only got to watch Luis Robert play in 68 games during the 2021 season. When Robert did play, he put on a show with a monster run through the postseason. If Robert can stay healthy in 2022, and that’s a big IF, can he be the next White Sox MVP candidate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Record Date: 12/21/2021In light of the blockbuster movie Spider-Man: No Way Home, Josh and Jim decide to enter the Chicago White Sox multiverse. What past outcomes would they change and why? Which past players would they pluck from previous timelines and place on the 2022 White Sox roster? Finally, who on the current roster would they send back in time to help a past White Sox team?Join them as they travel into the White Sox Multiverse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2020 wasn’t great for Dylan Cease who struggled to generate strikeouts and posted a -0.3 fWAR. With better command of his fastball, Cease took a big step forward in his development leading the White Sox in strikeouts in 2021. What caused this turnaround? We discuss Cease’s adjustments and ponder if the time is right for a possible contract extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Episode Date: 12/16/2021Josh and Jim remember Roland Hemond who died at the age of 92. As GM of the White Sox from 1970 to 1985, Hemond overcame unique challenges to build winning ballclubs on the South Side. And his trade for Dick Allen may have saved the White Sox from moving to Milwaukee. Plus, an update on how the early voting is going for baseball’s Hall of Fame and the latest lockout talks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eloy Jimenez only appeared in 55 games during 2021 because of a self-inflicted injury during Spring Training. While he hit for power in his first 15 games back, Jimenez faded in his last 40 games ending with a league-average OPS+.Is the pectoral injury to blame for Jimenez's offensive struggles in 2021? Or are there other red flags? With hopes of a bounce-back performance in 2022, is this also the time to think about trading Jimenez much like the White Sox traded Carlos Lee prior to the 2005 season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yasmani Grandal had a slow start to 2021 but a roaring finish as he was one of the best White Sox hitters. There's no doubt about his offensive contributions going into 2022, but after having knee surgery and entering his age 33 season, is it time to reduce Grandal's innings behind home plate?Josh Nelson and Patrick Nolan recap Grandal's 2021 season and address fans' concerns about his defense on this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It finally happened. The Golden Era Committee voted Minnie Miñoso into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Josh and Jim recap the news while taking a look at those that didn't make the call in Dick Allen and Billy Pierce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greg Nix joins Josh to process the news of Major League Baseball owners voting to begin a lockout. Discuss which leaked proposal ideas regarding playoff expansion they like best, and take a look at what the White Sox have done this offseason. Are bigger moves in store post-lockout? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stream Date: 11/28/2021Josh is joined by our friends over at Fromthe108 to discuss the latest MLB Hot Stove news.- Marcus Semien to Texas- Byron Buxton $100 Million to stay in Minnesota- Max Scherzer to the New York Mets- Kevin Gausman to the Toronto Blue Jays- Even old friend, Avisail Garcia, is getting paid.So, what will the White Sox do? They discuss that and more on this episode of Sox Machine Live! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Date: 11/23/2021The Chicago White Sox make their first signing of the 2021/22 offseason and its reliever Kendall Graveman. Josh and Jim break down the signing of how Graveman can help the White Sox and ponder what's next. With Craig Kimbrel still on the roster, what are the offseason priorities for the White Sox? Most importantly, when will they address those priorities.With Thanksgiving approaching, they also share what they are thankful for in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Liam Hendriks was Rick Hahn's big free-agent signing last offseason figuring his new closer was the missing piece. Leading the American League in Saves and winning AL Reliever of the Year again, Hendriks lived up to his end. However, was Hendriks the missing piece? Or is he a luxury for a team that still needs to make a significant investment to address existing roster holes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After missing the last two seasons, it was great to see Michael Kopech in a White Sox uniform in 2021. His season started great as Kopech flashed his potential on several occasions leading to the thought of more incredible things to come. However, a hamstring injury knocked him out for a month, and his stuff suffered. With a possible spot open in the 2022 White Sox starting rotation, is Kopech ready to reach his ceiling? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jose Abreu had another 30+ HR and 100+ RBI season in 2021. He's still putting up run production numbers that's made Abreu one of the most consistent sluggers in baseball. Entering his Age 35 season in 2022, and without a contract after, can Abreu continue this effort? Or will age regression finally set in? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With an MLB Lockout looming, this year's GM Meetings could be this winter's main event when it comes to offseason rumors and gossip. Josh and Jim recap what White Sox GM Rick Hahn said about Carlos Rodon, Craig Kimbrel, and his priorities to make the 2022 roster stronger this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yoan Moncada had a 4.0+ WAR season, which was Top 3 in MLB for FanGraphs, and yet his 2021 season felt lacking. A solid batting average and terrific on-base percentage help Moncada with many advanced metrics, but the lack of power is concerning. So is the lack of success against four-seam fastballs. After five seasons with the White Sox, do we know what kind of player Moncada is? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.