Sox Machine

Guest: James Fegan, The Athletic Our guest, James Fegan, joins the show to share the latest from the White Sox clubhouse which includes injury news for Carlos Rodon, Jon Jay, and Eloy Jimenez. Josh and Jim look at the bleak outlook for the White Sox pitching staff. How long can they manage this “Charlotte Shuffle” of pitchers from AAA to the majors? What’s the long-term impact of Rodon’s injury? Why the failure of Carson Fulmer is painful at the moment? And is this the last we’ll see of Adam Engel? Recap the action down on the farm in this week’s Minor League Report, and answer your questions in P.O. Sox. Presented by SeatGeek 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.

Last Night: White Sox won, 6-4, thanks to Nicky Delmonico's walk-off three-run homer.  Tonight: Chris Sale vs. Reynaldo Lopez Minors: Zack Collins hit another home run, and Luis Robert is still searching for his first AA hit.  MLB: The Minnesota Twins have the best record in MLB. 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.

Recorded: 5-1-2019 Josh and Jim recap the White Sox series against the Orioles that featured a lot of ugly play by both sides. Poor starting pitching, poor defense, and questionable managerial decisions. Yet, the White Sox won two out of three games and four of their last five. The Boston Red Sox come visit which means Chris Sale returns to the South Side. How will he fare after his worst start in his career? Plus, can Reynaldo Lopez duplicate his last start? Presented by SeatGeek 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.

TODAY: The White Sox play two as Carlos Rodon and Ivan Nova will start.  MINORS: Soundbites from Luis Robert and Dylan Cease as Robert gets promoted, Cease K’s 11, Dash walk 13 batters (and win), and Kannapolis’s rally falls short. MLB: Sabathia reaches 3,000 strikeouts, Tigers upset Phillies, and Astros blank the Twins 11-0. 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.

Good morning. Here's what's in your Wake-Up Call: *LAST NIGHT: The White Sox are now 3-0 on the homestand after beating the Orioles 5-3 behind Manny Bañuelos. *TONIGHT: Iván Nova will try to get in the win column as the offense seeks revenge against Andrew Cashner. *ON THE FARM: Micker Adolfo is on the IL, which makes Luis Robert's big night more intriguing than usual. *AROUND THE LEAGUE: Jake Odorizzi outduels Justin Verlander to expand Minnesota's AL Central lead, and Detroit's top prospect throws a no-hitter. 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.

Guest: Danny Knobler, Bleacher Report Josh and Jim recap the wild weekend for the White Sox that saw a seven-run comeback, a walk-off home run, Jose Abreu hitting the longest two-run single, Eloy Jimenez getting hurt, and Reynaldo Lopez leading the way in striking out 20 Detroit Tigers batters. Our guest this week is Bleacher Report’s Danny Knobler who has a new book called Unwritten: Bat Flips, the Fun Police, and Baseball’s New Future. We chat about the central theme about baseball’s ever-changing culture which of course includes Tim Anderson.   Minor League Report has a soundbite from Dylan Cease on what he’s hoping to achieve in his next start, and we answer your questions in P.O. Sox. Presented by SeatGeek and Wix.com. 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.

Today: Carlos Rodon vs. Daniel Norris Weekend: Reynaldo Lopez starts on Saturday, Manny Banuelos on Sunday against Matthew Boyd.  Minors: Dylan Cease was roughed up, but Luis Basabe and Steele Walker had good nights.  Around MLB: Trevor Bauer wins the pitchers duel over Gerrit Cole, and tonight is Vlad Jr.'s debut. 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.

Recorded 4-24-2019 After the White Sox lose two out of three to Baltimore, and now are 5-7 against the Orioles, Tigers, and Royals to start 2019, why are they losing to lesser teams? We explore the reasons and explain why winning does matter even in the third year of the rebuild.  Also, preview the upcoming 10-game homestand and await Vlad Jr.'s much anticipated debut. 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.

Here's the rundown: RECAP: The Orioles destroy Ivan Nova. PREVIEW: The Orioles will probably destroy Ervin Santana. MINORS: Danny Mendick snaps out of his slump. MLB NEWS: Zack Wheeler goes 100-100. 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.

Good morning. Here's what's in this morning's Wake-Up Call: *LAST NIGHT: The White Sox made the Orioles look like the worst team in baseball, blowing out Baltimore 12-2.  *TONIGHT: It's Iván Nova against Andrew Cashner, with the hope that the White Sox can score in the first three innings. *ON THE FARM: Zack Burdi and Luis Basabe are back, and Luis Robert is still hurt, but not too much.  *AROUND THE LEAGUE: Brad Keller blows up late, Bryce Harper blows up at an umpire, and Nick Burdi's injury looked awful. 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.

Guest: Dan Szymborski, Fangraphs Our best friend of the podcast, Dan Szymborski returns to the show to share his thoughts about Tim Anderson’s bat flip, why pitchers and managers should be suspended for intentional beanings, which teams have staying power with their starts, and why Moncada and Rodon can continue to have a great 2019 season. Josh and Jim recap the Tigers series in which it feels like the White Sox should have won this series. Reynaldo Lopez is looking better, but if the offense doesn’t find ways to score earlier (and more often) in games it’ll look like Anderson and Moncada’s improvements will be wasted. Plus, the Minor League Report, and your questions in P.O. Sox. Presented by SeatGeek 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.

LAST NIGHT: Eloy Jimenez, Ryan Cordell, and Welington Castillo hit home runs, but the White Sox still lost, 9-7 to Detroit. TODAY: Carlos Rodon vs. Jordan Zimmermann ON THE FARM: Luis Robert hits another home run, Blake Rutherford hits his first home run in AA, and Alec Hansen continues to throw scoreless innings. AROUND THE LEAGUE: Khris Davis signs a two-year extension with Oakland, Royals surprise the Yankees, and Patrick Corbin gets his first win with the Washington Nationals. 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 Rundown: Josh and Jim recap Wednesday’s activities that saw a fun moment turn into a scuffle and inexcusable ejection for Tim Anderson. Why it’s terrible for the league having pitchers retaliate with a minor penalty, and why umpires should be required to explain their actions.   Also, explore how the roster could be impacted if Lucas Giolito and Yoan Moncada need to spend time on the injured list and preview the upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers. Presented by SeatGeek. 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.

LAST NIGHT: White Sox hit four home runs and Reynaldo Lopez had his first good start in 2019 in a 5-1 win. TODAY: Brad Keller vs. Lucas Giolito. ON THE FARM: Luis Robert with another multi-hit game, Jimmy Lambert throws six strong innings, and Charlie Tilson is surprising in Charlotte. AROUND THE LEAGUE: Chris Sale is roughed up again, Jose Quintana is sharp, and Christian Yelich continues to torment the Cardinals. 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.

Good morning. Here's what's in this morning's Wake-Up Call: *LAST NIGHT: Welington Castillo redeemed himself with a go-ahead homer in a 5-4 comeback over Kansas City.  *TONIGHT: It's Lopez on Lopez, Reynaldo vs. Jorge.  *ON THE FARM: Luis Robert is named Carolina League Player of the Week, lots of runs, lots of strikeouts. *AROUND THE LEAGUE: Minnesota's bullpen collapses, Christian Yelich goes off, and the Cubs and Sox are the same. 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.

Guest: Kurt Badenhausen, Forbes On this week’s episode we take a look at the White Sox early returns on-and-off the field starting with a look at their most recent valuation with Forbes Senior Editor, Kurt Badenhausen. Jim and Josh analyze the hot starts for Yoan Moncada and Tim Anderson to see how long these runs will last, and if Eloy Jimenez is poised for a big week. Preview the Sox vs. Royals series, provide the latest in the minor leagues, and answer fans questions in P.O. Sox. Presented by SeatGeek and Wix.com 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.

Good morning. Here's what's in today's Wake-Up Call: *TONIGHT: The White Sox head to the Bronx to open a series against a banged-up Yankees team.  *ON THE FARM: Luis Robert steals the show, the Barons break through, and the Intimidators strike out a ton. *AROUND THE LEAGUE: Ozzie Albies signs the team-friendliest extension ever, Chris Davis and Khris Davis are on opposite paths, and Jose Quintana has a vintage night. 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.

Recorded: 4-10-2019 The Chicago White Sox losing streak extends to five games as they were swept by the Tampa Bay Rays. Manager Rick Renteria is trying to hold his players accountable of their performance, but who keeps him and the coaching staff, like Don Cooper, accountable?  Also, is the play of Tim Anderson, Yoan Moncada, and Eloy Jimenez enough to keep your attention for all of 2019?  Presented by SeatGeek. 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.

Here's the rundown: RECAP: The Sox lose their 4th straight, and Ervin Santana looks... not good. PREVIEW: Reynaldo Lopez tries to be better than Ervin Santana (and Tyler Glasnow). MINORS: Dylan Cease is lights out in his AAA debut. AROUND THE LEAGUE: Bryce Harper takes Stephen Strasburg deep, and Mike Trout leaves with an injury. 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 Rundown: Carlos Rodon got wild as Blake Snell dominated to lead the Rays to a 5-1 victory.  Today is the debut for Ervin Santana in a White Sox uniform. He'll start opposite of Charlie Morton for the Rays.  Down in the Minors, Luis Robert hit another home run, Micker Adolfo and Luis Gonzalez had a clutch hits.  Around MLB, Chris Davis sets a new major league record. 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.