Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version)

Audio recording of the live-streamed show on August 13, 2026

Sox Machine streams live to recap the Chicago White Sox series loss to Cincinnati, preview the mega series in Detroit, and, in the end, wish James Fegan the best as he departs Sox Machine.

Summary: Josh Nelson and Jim Margalus analyze the Chicago White Sox series win over Cleveland, Anthony Kay's growing value, Colson Montgomery's issue against RHP, and preview the upcoming series against the Cincinnati Reds

Rundown

[0:00] Jim thanks everyone for attending Sox Machine's 20th anniversary

[3:50] White Sox win a key series against Cleveland despite two of the three games which the starting pitcher only lasted an inning.

[6:55] Josh and Jim have issues with how Will Venable used David Sandlin on Friday

[9:20] The Hagan Smith Experience

[10:00] A look around the AL Central

[11:54] AJ Pierzynski on ⁨@foulterritoryshow⁩ said that if the Detroit Tigers make the postseason, it would be bad for baseball. Is that true?

[21:07] Anthony Kay has been getting better for the White Sox. Is he becoming more valuable as the season progresses?

[29:14] Colson Montgomery hit a big home run on Sunday, but he also struck out 7 times against Cleveland, going 2-for-11. Now that his OBP is below .300, what's causing this drop? Taking a look at Montgomery's numbers against RHP fastballs is a good place to start.

[39:35] Series Preview: Cincinnati Reds. What are we watching for with Luis Castillo's second start? Also, the very festive Tuesday atmosphere thanks to the White Sox Pope Hat.

Summary: It was a very festive weekend for the Chicago White Sox as Ozzie Guillen had his #13 jersey retired and the White Sox won another key series against the Cleveland Guardians.

Rundown

• [0:00] It was a festive weekend on the South Side as Sox Machine celebrated our 20th anniversary and the White Sox retired Ozzie Guillen's #13 jersey. White Sox general manager Chris Getz and former pitcher Mark Buehrle share what their experience was like playing for Guillen.
• [10:04] Recap the White Sox series win over Cleveland featuring postgame interviews with manager Will Venable, first baseman Munetaka Murakami, and shortstop Colson Montgomery. Also this weekend, Hagan Smith made his MLB debut in a very odd manner. He shares what the experience was like, and Venable explains why he handed the ball to Smith after a lengthy rain delay.
• [21:02] To conclude the podcast, White Sox pitching coach Zach Bove chatted pregame, answering questions about the pitching staff. What adjustments Davis Martin is trying to make, what's next for Luis Castillo, the next development steps for Noah Schultz, and why Grant Taylor is unique?

A special edition Sox Machine live stream as the crew recaps what happened in Boston and previews this weekend’s series against the Cleveland Guardians.

Summary: The MLB Trade Deadline is over, and the Chicago White Sox add four players: SP Luis Castillo, RP Huascar Brazoban, C Joey Bart, OF Brenton Doyle. Hear from White Sox GM Chris Getz explain the moves, and the Sox Machine crew hands out their grades.

Rundown

• [0:00] Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz shares his rationale on the trade deadline activity. Why didn't they deal their top prospects? Who is Joey Bart replacing at catcher?
• [8:56] James Fegan and Jim Margalus share their reaction to the trade deadline activity.
• [22:23] Recap of Huascar Brazoban trade
• [26:01] Recap of Joey Bart trade
• [28:30] Recap of Brenton Doyle trade
• [36:17] Trade deadline grades

Summary: Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz explains the thought process of trading for Luis Castillo. James Fegan joins the show from Tampa to recap the White Sox pulling off a stunner by winning a road series against the Rays.

Rundown

• [0:00] White Sox GM Chris Getz breaks down his thought process for trading for Luis Castillo. Why adding him not only enhances their chances of making the postseason in 2026, but also in 2027.
• [8:31] White Sox manager Will Venable and starting pitcher Anthony Kay speak postgame on Sunday about the team's impressive series win against the Tampa Bay Rays
• [11:24] James Fegan joins the show from Tampa and raves about how well the supposed weak link of this White Sox team had themselves a weekend.
• [16:52] Noah Schultz highlighted his great working relationship with Edgar Quero. Does that help Quero's chances of keeping his job on the 26-man roster?
• [21:55] Erick Fedde is getting moved to the bullpen. What will his usage look like?
• [28:32] The White Sox offense hit seven home runs this weekend. Is this type of power display the right kind of offensive blueprint to help them in the postseason?
• [36:27] James shares when Luis Castillo will make his White Sox debut

Audio version of the Sox Machine live stream on Saturday, August 1, reacting to the news of the Chicago White Sox trading for RHP Luis Castillo.

Tune into the Foul Territory MLB Trade Deadline show starting at 12 PM CT on Monday, August 3.

Summary: Sox Machine's Josh Nelson pitches 3 trade targets for the Chicago White Sox prior to the MLB Trade Deadline. Also reviews trade ideas from Sox Machine supporters.

Rundown

[0:00] What a wonderful, weird position for White Sox fans to be in as the team finds themselves to buyers before the deadline

[1:30] Latest MLB Trade news

[2:27] Chicago White Sox trade deadline shopping list

[5:05] How we would grade this trade deadline season for Chris Getz if he doesn't make any moves

[9:25] Trade Idea #1: LHP Reid Detmers

[19:13] Trade Idea #2: C Tyler Stephenson

[26:09] Trade Idea #3: LHP Robbie Ray

[33:00] If Kevin Gausman waived his no-trade clause, the White Sox should be in pursuit

[36:16] Sox Machine listeners trade ideas

Summary: Chicago White Sox pull off a series split against the New York Yankees in wild ways. But it's a continuation of a young team showing its resiliency. Plus, a look into Sean Burke's dominance and the White Sox make their way to St. Petersburg, Florida.

Rundown

[0:00] Chicago White Sox pull off a wild series split against the New York Yankees. They still lead the AL Central and continue to impress by not rolling over when things appear dour.

[10:54] Sean Burke pitched six scoreless innings with 10 strikeouts against the Yankees. What's been the catalyst for his recent dominance? And if the postseason were to start tomorrow, would Burke be the Game 1 starter?

[22:18] Around the AL Central as Cleveland and Minnesota win their series. As the Twins reach .500 again, and are only three games back, is it time to start believing in Minnesota?

[29:46] Series Preview: Tampa Bay Rays

[31:37] James Fegan's top storylines he's following this weekend

[35:50] Jim Margalus' X-Factor for this series: How will the White Sox hitters fare against the high arm angle Rays starting pitchers?

Summary: Chicago White Sox Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller joins the show to discuss development plans for the 2026 draftees.

Rundown

• [0:00] What the White Sox draft process is like when evaluating hitters
• [3:20] What measurements the White Sox go after when scouting hitters
• [5:00] How close of a decision was it with the first pick?
• [7:20] What tools does Fuller like when watching Roch Cholowsky
• [10:47] Why Cholowsky needs to overhaul his two-strike approach
• [13:50] Fuller's takeaways from Cholowsky's college career
• [15:57] Additional swing adjustments the White Sox are encouraging Cholowsky to use
• [17:33] The White Sox process in scouting Landon Thome
• [20:50] What's the difference in preparation at Draft Camp between college and high schoolers
• [22:24] Why the White Sox are high on Cole Prosek
• [26:40] In what ways Alex Weingartner could be a diamond in the rough
• [30:00] Draft Camp stories