Sox Machine

Recorded 7/5/2017

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The Chicago White Sox lost two out of three games against the Oakland A's this week and the season series. There is only a half game difference in record between the A's and White Sox as both teams compete for better draft pick slots. So, with the way the White Sox lost against a fellow rebuilding team, do they come out ahead of Oakland? We discuss the merit of a "Tank Win" and also preview the upcoming series against the Colorado Rockies.

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With the International Signing period complete general managers can now focus 100% on the upcoming trade deadline. Just 28 days away, we analyze which teams could be most interested in Jose Quintana, David Robertson, Todd Frazier, and others.

Plus, Avisail Garcia is an All-Star and how MLB needs to change replay.

Recorded: 6/29/2017

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The 10-game homestand has been quite rough for the Chicago White Sox, but they did receive some good news as Carlos Rodon was able to make his first start of 2017. At times very shaky, Rodon is still scheduled to make his next start against Oakland. We analyze his first start and look ahead to what adjustment he will need to make against the A's.

The MLB Futures Game rosters were announced that includes Yoan Moncada. Will he join the White Sox after the All-Star break? Or do fans still need to wait for a trade or injury to happen?

Plus, we preview the upcoming series against the Texas Rangers.

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Guest: Scott Merkin, MLB.com

In honor of his uniform number being retired, this week's episode remembers the brilliance that was Mark Buehrle's career. Friend of the Podcast, Scott Merkin, shares what it was like covering Buehrle during his peak years and some of his memorable interactions.

Josh and Jim recap the Oakland series that went awry. How long is James Shields leash after his Saturday performance? With Carlos Rodon back in the starting rotation, what should be our expectations for him making his first start of 2017?

Of course, we answer your questions at the end in P.O. Sox.

Recorded 6/22/2017

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On South Side Sox Live! we take a deep dive into Tim Anderson's second season. Off to a rough start, what can he do to improve offensively and defensively? Is there still time to avoid a lost season?

Also, we talk about Jose Abreu being on fire and the liklihood of being traded. A new over/under on how many extra base hits Avisail Garcia will have to end the season and preview Mark Buehrle Day.

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This week's episode focuses on how the Chicago White Sox minor league affliates have fared after the first half of 2017. Which prospects have impressed us the most and who we are looking to watch more of in the second half.

We also look at some weird White Sox team stats after 68 games and answer your questions in P.O. Sox

Recorded 6/15/2017

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What a series for the Chicago White Sox as they outscored Baltimore 27-20 in four games in large thanks to Matt Davidson. In four straight games Davidson has hit a home run and now leads the team with 14. Is this just a good series, or is this the beginning of bigger things to come?

The Sox completed their MLB Draft. We share our thoughts about first rounder, Jake Burger. Also, which picks we liked and which one's have us scratching our heads.

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Guest: Dan Szymborski, ESPN

Happy Draft Day! First round begins today and we’ll be streaming live at 6 pm CT covering the White Sox selection at pick 11. We share our wishlist’s on the types of players the White Sox should select.

With Todd Frazier’s recent surge this past week (9-for-22 with 3 HR), is there still time for him to salvage his trade value? 

Dan Szymborski stops by to share the latest ZiPS projections in baseball and parity within the game. With so many teams in a rebuilding phase, is it impacting the league negatively? Also, he shares what ZiPS believes Avisail Garcia will end up with wins above replacement.

Recorded 6/8/2017

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On South Side Sox Live! we discuss Rick Renteria's lineup changes as it's gotten a bit weird to see the likes of Leury Garcia and Yolmer Sanchez lead off one game, and then the next bat 9th. Is this hurting the White Sox offensive flow?

Plus, Avisail Garcia is making a race to becoming an American League All-Star starter. Carlos Rodon's rehab start, Michael Kopech starting the AA All-Star game and preview the upcoming Cleveland Indians series.

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Guest: Jim Callis, MLB.com

What a horrible weekend for the Chicago White Sox as they were swept out of Detroit. Starting pitching has suffered recently and we debate if the early good performances were an illusion. Also how soon should we see James Shields and Carlos Rodon making starts for the White Sox.

A big focus on this week's show is the MLB Draft, and a friend of the podcast, Jim Callis, helps us with the newest info. If Jeren Kendall drops to #11, would he be a good choice by the White Sox? Who else would make sense at that draft slot? Who is rising up the boards and who is falling? Who would be better long-term: Kendall or Adam Haseley? We answer all those questions in this segment to help us prepare for next week.