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Elijah Evans met with 2019 Chicago White Sox draft selection DJ Gladney. The 22-year-old completed a full season at High-A Winston-Salem and shared his experience playing at that level. Gladney also detailed his strengths and what he looks to improve upon in his game ahead of 2024. 

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Elijah Evans sat down with one of the top Chicago White Sox pitching prospects Jonathan Cannon. The right-handed starter completed his first full professional season in Minor League Baseball and completed the year at Double-A Birmingham. Cannon spoke about his intentions ahead of 2024 and how he can become a Big Leaguer as early as next season. 

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Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the first trade made by Chicago White Sox General Manager Chris Getz that featured reliever Aaron Bummer getting moved to Atlanta in exchange for five players. The show also pondered the timing of a Dylan Cease trade. Mike and James later touched on what they're hoping to see out of White Sox hitting coach Marcus Thames, as well as what the MLB Draft Lottery means for Chicago this year. 

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Mike Rankin and Elijah Evans discussed the roster decisions made by the Chicago White Sox that included additions of LHP Jake Eder and RHP Cristian Mena. The show also reacted to the choice to leave off two prospects, who may be of interest to other teams. Later, Mike and Elijah offered their thoughts on the possible timeline of top prospect Colson Montgomery following Tim Anderson's departure. Elijah finished the episode with potential matches for the White Sox when exploring a trade of RHP Dylan Cease. 

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Elijah Evans, filling in for Mike Rankin, and James Fox reacted to the White Sox decisions of declining the options of Liam Hendriks and Tim Anderson. They also highlighted performances by prospects participating in the Arizona Fall League. Later, the show discussed what the White Sox are getting in a number of new coaching hires. 

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Elijah Evans sat down with recently acquired right-handed start Nick Nastrini. Nastrini discussed his transformation as a pitcher from college to the professional scene. He also described the noticeable differences between levels of affiliated competition. Later, Nastrini detailed the importance of changeup incorporation as part of his pitching repertoire.

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Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Beef Loaf of the Au Jus Podcast and Fromthe108.com to discuss the Chicago White Sox's next steps in building a competitor. The show discussed front office construction, the manager position, Big League approach issues, budget allocation, favorite prospects and much more. 

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Elijah Evans sat down with White Sox right-handed reliever Tristan Stivors after he posted a 3.52 ERA between Advanced-A and Double-A. Stivors has yet to allow a home run in his professional career. He discussed why his delivery allows him success, how an example of biomechanical technology has helped him understand areas of deficiency in his game as well as his experience playing with a strong group of prospects from recent draft classes.

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Mike Rankin and Elijah Evans discussed the performances of a number of standout Chicago White Sox prospects participating in the Arizona Fall League. That led to a conversation regarding the challenges individual players face as they try to achieve Major League status. The show also highlighted the number of prospect interviews Elijah has completed throughout the offseason. 

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Elijah Evans sat down with White Sox reliever Jordan Leasure while he competes in the Arizona Fall League. Leasure was aquired at the 2023 trade deadline and he detailed the experience. He also explained his mechanics, pitch mix and how he's valued his time competing in Arizona.

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