Bleav in the White Sox

Greg opens the show by talking about the 4 game series in Cleveland and why the last four games have exponentially exemplified the need for more bullpen help. Greg then joined Jack and Ian from Not Another Sox Podcast to chat about the upcoming series at Rate Field between the White Sox and Red Sox. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col...

Since we last talked to you, the White Sox have won three straight series and enter Cleveland with a 1 game lead. Greg explains that while it will be tempting to go all in at the trade deadline, now is not the time to mortgage your future in an American League that has a lot of parity. Plus why if the 5th starter spot isn’t fixed via trade that it should be David Sandlin and not Noah Schultz. Host...

After getting swept in Detroit, Greg points out that while Sox fans should keep everything in perspective, there is now some cause for concern given their inability to play consistent baseball on the road. That is why the upcoming series against AL Central leading Cleveland is the most important of the year. Greg also goes off on Will Venable for how his managerial decisions lost the Sox the serie...

After going 4-1 on their most recent homestand against the two best teams in the NL, Sox fans had plenty to be happy about. However, a series loss against the Yankees highlights the Sox biggest issue which is pitching on the road. Plus Rogelio Castillo of Motor City Metrics joins Greg to give a preview of the Sox next opponent, the Detroit Tigers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See http...

It’s June 11th, and the Chicago White Sox are in sole possession of 1st place in the AL Central. Greg recaps the magic of the last 2 nights of the Braves series, why this team has the makings of two other recent teams that won it all the next year, and how Braden Montgomery has already proven he’s in the starting lineup for the next 10 years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://p...

After dropping 2 of 3 in Minnesota, the Sox begin a stretch of 9 straight games against the NL starting with a 3 game series in Philadelphia. Paul Boyé of Phillies Therapy (a Bleav podcast) joins Greg to give Sox fans the lowdown on what has been a chaotic 2026 for the Phils. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

The White Sox enter June with a 32-27 record and are a game out of the AL Central lead, but things are in a precarious position with Munetaka Murakami out for 4-6 weeks. Greg explains why this stretch of baseball will define whether or not the Sox are a contender for the long haul. Plus Greg also evaluates the issues surrounding the Sox starting pitching depth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

0:00 - Intro + Seattle series recap 13:02 - Markus Boucher joins to talk Giants Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Edgar Quero's walk off home run on Sunday didn't just win the Sox the game, it was the watershed moment of this era of the White Sox. Greg explains why this past weekend meant so much to the Sox and their fans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the 1st time since the end of the 2022 season the White Sox are over .500. Greg talks about how the Sox current run should have everyone feeling good for the near future even if the playoffs dont happen this year. Plus some flowers to Will Venable for how he managed the Royals series, and why soon we will find out how good the Sox actually are compared to the rest of the AL Central. Hosted by...

Greg welcomes Jacob Milham from The Royals Rundown podcast to preview the White Sox next opponent, the Kansas City Royals. Jacob gives you the full menu on what is going on with a Sox rival that is 12-6 over their last 18 games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A 3-3 West Coast road trip feels unsatisfying to Greg, who feels that the Sox have now elevated expectations to where it feels as if games in San Diego and Anaheim got away from them. Greg also wonders why Will Venable has not necessarily been able to correlate the leverage of a situation to the personnel he chooses to use in said situations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://p...

The White Sox are out west to take on the San Diego Padres. Sam Levitt the Padres pre & postgame host on radio joins Greg to give the lowdown on what the Padres have been so far in 2026 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The White Sox marketing slogan for 2026 is "Feel The Momentum" so Greg begs the question...do fans feel the momentum of where this team is going after a 4-2 homestand and a winning record in April? Plus Greg rants on why the national media needs to educate themselves before spewing any opinions on the Sox. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

One of the most anticipated debuts in recent White Sox memory is tomorrow as Greg breaks down what to expect from Noah Schultz and why it's imperative that he sticks at the big league level. Plus Greg talks about the improvement of pitching staff from the first week and how he hopes the lineup struggles aren't anything more than a small sample size of issues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa...

While early, Greg examines why a 1-5 start is concerning given how bad the White Sox pitching has been relative to the rest of the league, and why 2025 breakout star Shane Smith might need a trip to the minors. Plus why ABS is finally holding bad umpires accountable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

It's Opening Day Sox fans! Greg discusses the Opening Day roster and lineup and compares the solidified infield to the questionable outfield. Plus, some bold predictions on things that might happen for the White Sox in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greg runs down what's happened at White Sox Spring Training to this point and how the Kyle Teel and Brooks Baldwin injuries might affect roster construction as Opening Day approaches. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The White Sox have made a lot of moves over the last two weeks. Is activity a sign of accomplishment? Greg explains while the moves aren't validated unless the Sox improve, the effort from the front office to improve around the margins is to be commended. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis...

The White Sox spent the holiday season adding some critical pieces. Greg explains why no matter what happens, the signing of Munetaka Murakami is a no-lose acquisition. Plus where the Sox Rule 5 pieces may or may not fit in and why the Sox can't be picky when it comes to a Luis Robert Jr trade. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

The White Sox won the MLB Draft Lottery! Greg rejoices at the fact that the Sox will be able to draft consensus future top pick Roch Cholowsky. Plus some quick analysis on new Sox starter Anthony Kay. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At the non-tender deadline Greg makes sense of the White Sox decisions, plus some thoughts on their recent minor league trades and their new pitching & hitting coach hires. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greg examines how the roster construction of the Dodgers, Blue Jays, Brewers and Mariners, who all played in the Championship Series, should be the model for what the Sox want to accomplish Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Was 2025 a success, a failure, or a bit of both? Greg empties his brain about what this season was and why it was such a mixed bag. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The White Sox are 9-2 in their last 11 games! Greg explains why their recent play could see them finishing this season with under 100 losses. Plus the conundrum about the future at 1st base, and why the Sox have to sign more starting pitching in the offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adv...