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Josh and Jim recap the weekend in Philadelphia that featured a weird 15-inning game, more poor decisions from Rick Renteria, and an offensive explosion on Sunday. 

With 53 games remaining, it's time to check on where the White Sox are in making their attempt to transition from rebuilder to contender. How many players can they count on within the current 25-man and minor league affiliates to be 2+ WAR players in 2020? 

Plus, the Minor League Report, and your questions in P.O. Sox. 

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Recorded: 8/1/2019

After the White Sox held on to their trade chips as a return wasn't attractive to deal Alex Colome, they look ahead to 2020. How should they approach the final two months, and is Rick Hahn aggressive enough for the upcoming transition? 

Plus, preview White Sox vs. Phillies series in which the South Siders desperately need more offense. 

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Good morning. Here's the rundown:

• TRADE DEADLINE: The White Sox trade Nate Jones and nobody else, while the Astros go big with Zack Greinke.
• LAST NIGHT: Alex Colomé immediately proved why teams weren't knocking down the door for his services as the White Sox lost again.
• TODAY: Dylan Cease tries to avoid one terrible inning as the Sox try to avoid getting swept by the Mets.
• ON THE FARM: Andrew Vaughn makes his Winston-Salem debut, and Nick Madrigal joins Charlotte's roster.
• AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Twins and Indians both win, the NL Central is even, and the Reds and Pirates play nice.

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Last night: Tim Anderson returned but the White Sox lost in 11 innings, 5-2. 

Tonight: Jacob deGrom vs. Lucas Giolito

Down in the Minors: Luis Robert went 3-for-5, Zack Collins had 6 RBI, and Steele Walker had three hits on his birthday

Around MLB: Big three-team trade between Cleveland, Cincinnati, and San Diego that sees Trevor Bauer moved to the Reds, Yaisel Puig to the Indians, and the Padres get another Top-40 prospect. 

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Here's the rundown:

• PREVIEW: Reynaldo Lopez tries to stay hot against Noah Syndergaard (probably).
• MINORS: Sheets and Rutherford go deep.
• MLB NEWS: The trade market stays quiet, apart from two small deals.

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Guest: RJ Anderson, CBS Sports
Guest Co-Host: Herb Lawrence, 670 the Score

Josh is joined by Herb Lawrence to discuss White Sox dealings and the news around MLB as Marcus Stroman was traded to the New York Mets. Should the White Sox jump at the chance to deal for Noah Syndergaard? If not, what moves will they make? 

Our guest this week is RJ Anderson who wrote a terrific piece about possible MLB expansion and discusses what needs to happen before Portland or Montreal get a team. Plus, the latest he's hearing about possible trades regarding the White Sox. 

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Last night: Nelson Cruz hits three home runs as the Twins blow out the White Sox, 10-3

Tonight: Dylan Cease vs. Michael Pineda 

Down in the Minors: Tim Anderson looks ready to join the Sox, Luis Robert reaches on base four times, and Andrew Vaughn is going through his first professional slump

Around MLB: Red Sox crush the Yankees, Indians win in extras, and the Mets are looking to move Noah Syndergaard

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Recorded 7/24/2019

Chicago White Sox are making some changes within the front office as Nick Hostetler will shift from being responsible for the MLB Draft to focus on Pro Scouting. How will this move impact the White Sox near future efforts? 

Plus, losing two out of three to the Miami Marlins is bad and this week might not get better as the Minnesota Twins come into town. 

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Good morning. Here's the rundown:

• LAST NIGHT: Caleb Smith almost paid tribute to Mark Buehrle at the expense of the White Sox.
• TONIGHT: Reynaldo Lopez tries to keep it going; Zac Gallen wants his first MLB win.
• ON THE FARM: A quiet day for most offenses, maybe because Luis Robert sat.
• AROUND THE LEAGUE: Trea Turner hits for the cycle, and the Twins and Yankees played the game of the year.

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Last night: White Sox won 9-1 as Jose Abreu and Yoan Moncada had good nights at the plate

Tonight: Dylan Covey vs. Caleb Smith

Down in the Minors: Nick Madrigal hit a double

Around MLB: Twins turn a triple play, Cole reaches 200 K's this season, and the Giants pull off another comeback

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