Hey Sox fans! The Chicago White Sox made a trade but it probably will not excite you to buy any additional tickets for this upcoming season. The White Sox have had a rough off-season but does it deserve an 'F'? Fan Duel has put the projected win total for the Sox this season at 83.5 wins. Too low? Too high? Removing TLR and adding Benintendi while having Jimenez focus solely on DH should add more than a few wins to last year's total of 81. But, what will the Sox be losing without Abreu and Cueto? Keith Law from The Athletic recently ranked the Sox farm system 28th in all of MLB. How can the Sox get better at developing and acquiring talent? Pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training next week. Who will be the leader of this 2023 White Sox and who should it be? 

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Ep. 206 - Being Open-Minded

Hey Sox fans! Mike Clevinger is being investigated for domestic violence and child abuse. White Sox were quick to sign Clevinger at the beginning of the off-season and there is a very real possibility that he might never throw a pitch in a White Sox uniform. Eloy Jimenez does not want to be just a DH... he wants to play right field. That might be a problem because of his inability to stay healthy when playing the outfield. Good news: Jason Benetti and Steve Stone will be back in the broadcast booth this season. Sox Math lives! If you are roaming around in the 500 level at the Sox game this season, there are a few new spots to grab a drink... but expenses were spared. Is Nicky Lopez really someone the Sox should be targeting or should they just admit that there will be no trades this off-season? And, Is Mark Buehrle a future Hall of Famer?  

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Ep. 205 - What a Tenure for Clevinger

Hey Sox fans! Welcome back to a very fan-centric Chicago White Sox podcast. Minnesota Twins star, Luis Arraez, has been traded to the Miami Marlins. Is it addition by subtraction for the Chicago White Sox? Jon Morosi of MLB Network made some bold predictions recently and took the White Sox to win the AL Central this season. Morosi seems to be following the "Just Stay Healthy" mentality that the Sox front office has employed. What are the oddsmakers saying about the chances for the White Sox to win the AL pennant or to win the division? Also, what are the odds that Luis Robert wins the AL MVP? Nothing wrong with getting your bets in early. The Sox are still looking for a second baseman and the Cubs seem to have too many. Could Nick Madrigal make his way back to the South Side? 

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Ep. 204 - You Better You Bet

Hey Sox fans! We are one month away from pitchers and catchers reporting to Camel Back Ranch in Glendale, Arizona for the start of Spring Training. The Sox still have several question marks that fans would love for the team to address, namely: second base and right field. On paper, this White Sox team can compete in the AL Central but there seems to be an incomplete feeling as we approach Spring Training. The Sox made some international signings and avoided going to arbitration with several pitchers. Lucas Giolito will not have to battle the Sox for extra money this year but he is essentially pitching for a contract. He is a free agent after this season and Giolito is one of several players that the front office is hoping for a return to accustomed levels. If he does return to his prior self, would the Sox be able to retain his services moving forward? Thank you for the continued support... Go Sox! #WhiteSox #ChangeTheGame


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Ep. 203 - Feeling Incomplete but Completely Excited

Hey Sox fans! Welcome to Season 5: Episode 202. The Chicago White Sox officially announced the signing of left fielder free agent, Andrew Benintendi. The Sox were apparently all in on Benintendi from Day 1 of free agency. Rick Hahn and company have made no secret that Benintendi has been a coveted player for quite some time. Finally, the White Sox have an actual left fielder to play left field. So what's next? The Sox need to address second base and maybe even right field. Garrett Crochet's name has been thrown around regarding trades and a possible partner could be the New York Yankees if they are looking to dump Gleyber Torres. Some sad news to report as Liam Hendriks made public that he's been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma and will begin treatment on Monday January 9th. Thoughts and prayers with Liam and his family. 

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Ep. 202 - Benintendi has been signed so what's left?

Hey Sox fans, Happy New Year! If we assume good health and a return to accustomed levels for White Sox players in 2023, what should we expect? Luis Robert and Eloy Jimenez playing 135-140 games and hitting a combined 80 home runs? Yasmani Grandal and Yoan Moncada returning to their 2019 selves? Could Lucas Giolito get back to the pitcher we saw Game 1 of the 2020 playoffs? Will this upcoming season be a breakout for Andrew Vaughn? If we assume health, then the Chicago White Sox could be a dangerous team. Hopefully new manager Pedro Grifol practices what he has preached and sets the tone early in Spring Training. The new year brings a renewed sense of hope and optimism. Thank you for the continued support, Go Sox! 

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Ep. 201 - Renewed Sense of Hope & Optimism

Hey Sox fans! Welcome to our 200th episode. The White Sox made a splash and signed free agent Andrew Benintendi to a 5 yr./$75 million dollar deal. The Sox were not expected to throw money at their problems but left field has been a problem area for quite some time. Benintendi has been coveted by the White Sox organization since 2015 and it's nice to see the Sox not only target a player but also go out and acquire him. The signing of Benintendi will hopefully end the age old question of whether or not Eloy Jimenez will be playing left field. Was Benintendi on Pedro Grifol's wish list? Does he even have a wish list? And if he does, would the Sox front office listen? We explore the next position that could be addressed and whether it will be via the trade or once again throwing money at a problem. Thank you so much for your continued support. Go Sox. 

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Ep. 200 - Throwing Money at Problems

Hey Sox fans! The MLB Winter Meetings wrapped up and the Chicago White Sox did virtually nothing to address roster needs and better the ballclub for 2023. General manager, Rick Hahn, pleaded for patience and tried to empathize with fans while owner Jerry Reinsdorf tried his hand at comedy. The joke is on White Sox fans and it has been for a very long time. With Reinsdorf as an owner, the Chicago White Sox will never be able to compete with clubs like the New York Mets, San Diego Padres or Philadelphia Phillies for premium talent. Fans are restless and have become tired of listening to same story about 'crying poor' and 'attendance was low' or 'it's not financially responsible'. There is a lot of money being made in MLB.... will Jerry Reinsdorf ever act like it?

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Ep. 199 - The Joke is on Chicago White Sox Fans... Again

Hey Sox fans, welcome to the start of Season 5 of the podcast. The MLB Winter Meetings are underway in San Diego. Will the Sox come away with Michael Conforto, Cody Bellinger or Brandon Nimmo? Maybe the Sox will trade someone like Lucas Giolito or Liam Hendriks? One thing is for sure, the White Sox will not be spending premium money on premium talent. We will save that for the New York Mets, Texas Rangers and San Diego Padres. How does Rick Hahn still have a job?  To answer that you might need to ask, What are the real expectations of Jerry Reinsdorf? The White Sox announced the coaching staff for 2023. Lots of of new faces however Daryl Boston will be returning for his 11th season as first base coach. Thank you for the continued support, Go Sox!

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Ep. 198 - Let's Make a Deal or Not... Whatever

Hey Sox fans! The Chicago White Sox addressed their need for more pitching by signing free agent Mike Clevinger to a one year deal, pending a physical. Clevinger seems to be a reclamation project for pitching coach Ethan Katz to get his hands on. It's a low risk move that will hopefully allow the White Sox to fill their other needs. Clevinger has battled injuries over the last few seasons and faced a drop in his production. He missed the entire 2021 season due to recovery from his 2nd Tommy John surgery and he started the 2022 season on the injured list. What does this type of move say about what the Sox are looking to do during next week's winter meetings? Could the Sox be interested in trading for Milwaukee Brewers left-handed hitting second baseman, Kolten Wong? It checks all the boxes for the White Sox but what would the Sox give up? Also, Luis Robert and Yoan Moncada will be representing Cuba in the World Baseball Classic and we acknowledge the one year anniversary of the Sox resigning Leury Garcia. Thank you for the continued support, Go Sox! 

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Ep. 197 - Trash into Treasure?

Hey Sox fans! Welcome back to off-season White Sox chatter. This past week, the Sox added Jose Rodriguez and Bryan Ramos to the 40-man roster then declined to tender a contract to Adam Engel, Danny Mendick and Mark Payton. After the week of moves, the 40-man roster is now at 35. How will the White Sox go about filling out their roster? There are many needs to address. The San Diego Padres are rumored to be interested in Jose Abreu. Heading west makes a lot of sense for Abreu. Could the White Sox go after shortstop Xander Bogaerts? It's seems extremely unlikely however the Sox have made big splashes in the past during November. Three years ago, on November 21st, the White Sox signed Yasmani Grandal to the richest contract in team history... 4yr./$73M. Thank you for the continued support, have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving... Go Sox!


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Ep. 196 - Non-Tendered for the Holidays

Hey Sox fans! Welcome back to another fan-centric episode as we discuss the off-season path laid out by Rick Hahn during the recent general manager meetings in Las Vegas. The White Sox are believed to be more active in the trade market instead of addressing their issues with money. Could the White Sox actually acquire Sean Murphy from the Oakland A's? What would the Sox have to give up and is focusing on catcher the right course of action? Rick Hahn is hoping that players return to form in 2023 and it sure seems like a strategy by the front office is to hope that guys that underperformed will get back to accustomed levels. It's the season of hope and the Sox are definitely doing that. Thank you for your continued support. Find the podcast everywhere and catch us on our YouTube channel. Go Sox.  

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Ep. 195 - Back to Accustomed Levels?

Hey Sox fans! The Chicago White Sox made it official and hired Pedro Grifol as the new manager. Grifol spent many years in the Kansas City Royals organization in a variety of roles but has never held the job as MLB manager... until now. It sounds like Rick Hahn finally got his opportunity to hire a manager and is ready to to take the White Sox in a different direction. Aside from Ethan Katz and Curt Hasler, there will be a brand new coaching staff on the South Side. Grifol said all the right things during his press conference but can het get the players to buy into his philosophy? Defense, fundamentals, accountability and communication will be some of the pillars of White Sox baseball in 2023. With the World Series wrapped up, free agency is underway. When will we have a sense of the new direction the White Sox are heading in? Will Jose Abreu be included in the Pedro Grifol era? 

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Ep. 194 - Pedro Grifol to the Rescue

Hey Sox fans, welcome back to the White Sox offseason. The Chicago White So are now the last team to make their managerial choice known. The Kansas City Royals, Miami Marlins and Texas Rangers have all made their announcements. One of the more popular candidates, Astros bench coach Joe Espada, has been ruled out of the White Sox managerial position according to sources. Are the White Sox waiting until the World Series is finished to make the announcement because their new manger is current Phillies hitting coach, Kevin Long? Or, are the White Sox simply waiting because they want the center stage to announce the return of Ozzie Guillen? Both Guillen and Long seem to be the two final names. We make a case for Kevin Long and Ozzie Guillen while also discussing some scary scenarios as the offseason continues for the Chicago White Sox.  

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Ep. 193 - Ozzie Guillen or Kevin Long?

Hey Sox fans! Welcome back to off-season Chicago White Sox chatter. Due to 'several factors' the White Sox have cancelled SoxFest. The last time there was a January fan convention was in 2020. What were the several factors? Is the front office scared of the backlash that they will receive due to the disappointing and embarrassing season? Do Sox brass just not have the stomach to handle the public criticism after the Sox turned in one of the most dejecting seasons in franchise history? There will be no SoxFest but according to NBC Sports Chicago, Ozzie Guillen will be interviewed for the open managerial position. Houston Astros bench coach, Joe Espada, is also rumored to be not only in the running still but is expected to be hired as the next White Sox manager. We also talk MLB playoffs and express our envy over the Philadelphia Phillies organization. Thank you for the continued support, Go Sox. 

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Ep. 192 - Due to Several Factors...

Hey Sox fans! The MLB playoffs are going strong but the Chicago White Sox have been dormant for quite some time. Despite the on field inactivity, the off-season White Sox rumor mill is churning and there are no shortage of threads to follow. Is Jose Abreu going to the Cubs? Are Andrew Vaughn and Dylan Cease untouchable? Would the Sox actually trade Lucas Giolito or Tim Anderson? The White Sox managerial search has also brought in a lot of hearsay and fake news. Don't worry Sox fans, it's only the beginning to a wild, rumor-filled few months. We also talk playoffs, Bryce Harper/Manny Machado and why rooting for the Cleveland Guardians is problematic. Thank you for the continued support, Go Sox! 

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Ep. 191 - White Sox Rumors, Lies & Hearsay

Hey Sox fans! The 2022 Chicago White Sox season is over and it was a memorable year for all the wrong reasons. We tried to highlight the handful of best moments but definitely magnified the worst parts. Tony La Russa will not be managing the White Sox in 2023 and Rick Hahn said that he'll be heading up the managerial search but that it will also be a collective effort. What are the oddsmakers saying about who will be the next White Sox manager? Is Ozzie Guillen really the favorite? What kind of manager are we looking for and are there specific names that draw intrigue? During his press conference, Hahn also was non-committal on Jose Abreu's future and reports have surfaced that the White Sox will part ways will Abreu this off-season. Does letting Abreu walk make sense? Will there be additional members of the core six to also leave? Thank you for the continued support. Find the podcast everywhere and on YouTube. Go Sox.

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Ep. 190 - Jerry Reinsdorf Doesn't Care About Your Feelings

Hey Sox fans! The Chicago White Sox (79-80) just completed their final road series of the season as they took two of three from the San Diego Padres. Davis Martin and Lance Lynn had stellar outings for the Sox and Elvis Andrus provided the offense. The big news revolving around the Chicago White Sox is the possible retirement announcement by Tony La Russa. Bob Nightengale, from USA Today, said in a recent article that Tony La Russa will indeed announce his retirement and the Chicago White Sox will be looking for their fourth manager in eight seasons. The list of potential names is long: Bruce Bochy, Joe Espada, Carlos Beltran, and even Miguel Cairo to name a few. Others, like Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune, have hinted at AJ Pierzynski or Ozzie Guillen being possible options. We are hoping the White Sox organization performs a serious managerial search this time around as they find a new voice and leader for, what should be, a very talented group of players in 2023. 

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Ep. 189 - Wanted: A Real Managerial Search

Hey Sox fans!  The Chicago White Sox (76-77) just finished up a six game homestand where they lost every single game. That's right... The White Sox were swept by the Cleveland Guardians then were swept by the last place Detroit Tigers. After the White Sox lost the first game of the Cleveland series, it appeared as if the team completely gave up. Poor baseball and poor results have the Sox rummaging for 2nd place in a division they won comfortably just one year ago. Tony La Russa will not return this season as manager due to doctors order.. but what about next season? The Cleveland Guardians have won the AL Central and completely rubbed it in the faces of the White Sox organization. Do Sox players even care? What will the front office do to change course and get the White Sox back on track? There are only nine games left in the season then change must occur if the White Sox want to return to their winning ways. 

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Ep. 188 - Deep Divide

Hey Sox fans! The Chicago White Sox (76-71) just won a series against the Detroit Tigers by clubbing three home runs and scoring eleven runs. Andrew Vaughn leads the team with seventeen home runs as he hit his first career grand slam on Sunday. The White Sox dealt with some inconsistent offensive production this past week, while also facing more injuries. No final decision has been made on Tony La Russa as Miguel Cairo continues to get the job done in his absence. While the Sox were battling Detroit, we were all following the Minnesota/Cleveland series. Praying for Minnesota to help us out is why games in April and May do indeed matter. The White Sox are 3.5 games back in the AL Central and begin the biggest series of the season on Tuesday against the Cleveland Guardians. Go Sox! 

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