CHGO Chicago White Sox Podcast

It is time for baseball! Tomorrow, for the first time since 1968, all MLB teams will play on Opening Day. The Chicago White Sox will start their campaign v. the Astros on ESPN at 6:08p CT. Is there a reason for optimism in 2023 for the South Siders? Can the team win the AL Central after losing their crown last year? Join the CHGO White Sox crew as they preview the AL Central, the White Sox 26-man...

It’s Opening Week, so that means we’re talking about the Cubs and White Sox in Chicago. Neither club has high expectations from the national baseball crowd, but that doesn’t mean there’s not a path for both clubs to overachieve. Kevin Kaduk, Luke Stuckmeyer and Kacy Standohar are joined by Herb Lawrence to talk about Windy City baseball as the Cubs and White Sox are set to play ball! WATCH YOUR FA...

Opening Week is finally here! As we inch closer and closer to March 30th, the roster seems to be taking shape for the 2023 Chicago White Sox. Will Leury García or Hanser Alberto make the team? Also, Dylan Cease was named the Opening Day Starter for March 30 v. the Astros. Is this surprising? Join the CHGO White Sox Crew, Vinnie Duber, Herb Lawrence, and Sean Anderson as they discuss. WATCH YOUR FA...

With the roster for the 2023 Chicago White Sox taking shape with Opening Day a week away, players' stocks are rising and falling. Is Luis Robert Jr. looking more promising after his World Baseball Classic performance? Is Michael Kopech primed to dominate in his second year of starting? Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence, and Vinnie Duber as they discuss all 26 players' stoc...

Team Japan defeated Team USA last night 3-2 in the 2023 World Baseball Classic Final. An epic showdown between Shoehei Ohtani and Mike Trout ending the game was a scene out of a movie. Was it the best baseball game ever? Did the tournament deliver on the hype? How did the Chicago White Sox players perform? Join Vinnie Duber, Herb Lawrence and Sean Anderson as they discuss that and preview some new...

It is fantasy season! Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson, Vinnie Duber, Herb Lawrence, and producer Stephen Nicholas as they will draft their perfect AL-only fantasy lineups. Is Aaron Judge the clear number 1 pick? Will any White Sox be selected? Is Tim Anderson the best American League shortstop? Find out on the CHGO White Sox LIVE Podcast. Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson and...

Team USA advanced to the final of the World Baseball Classic last night defeating Team Cuba, 14-2. Yoán Moncada had a scary incident in the bottom of the 6th where he collided with Roel Santos. Moncada has carted off the field and examined for a concussion. Should Sox fans worry?  Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson and Vinnie Duber as they discuss the World Baseball Classic. BUY WHITE SOX...

Dylan Cease has led the Chicago White Sox in strikeouts for the past two seasons. Will he continue this run in 2023? Should fans be worried about his slow start to spring? Also, what is wrong with Andrew Vaughn's back? Can Team USA advance vs. Team Cuba tonight in the World Baseball Classic? Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence and Vinnie Duber as they discuss. BUY WHITE SOX...

With Opening Day two weeks away, are the Chicago White Sox in need of another starting pitcher at the back end of their rotation? Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence and Vinnie Duber weigh the positives and negatives of the current staff on the CHGO White Sox Podcast. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  SUBSCRIBE:    / chgosports   A...

2022 was a sad year for the White Sox Power Department. Surprisingly Andrew Vaughn led the team in home runs last year with 17 HR. Will he repeat the feat in 2023? Eloy Jiménez tore up the cover of the baseball when he returned from injury in early July. Can he lead the team? Will the South Side finally feel the full power of La Pantera? The CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber and Sea...

Lance Lynn went 5 innings and struck out 6 in a must-win game for the Americans last night v. Canada. Tim Anderson played 2B for Team USA and went 2-3 with an RBI. Team USA has the day off today with a crucial final game v. Colombia tomorrow. Can Team USA advance and will we continue to see more stellar play from the South Siders representing their country? Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawre...

With Liam Hendriks undergoing treatment for Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, the White Sox closer position has question marks surrounding it for the first time in two years. What is Hendriks' status for 2023? Who will step up for the Sox if Hendriks is out? Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence and Vinnie Duber as they predict who will lead the Sox in saves. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE:...

With larger bases, and new pickoff rules; stolen bases are back in 2023! Who will lead the White Sox in 2023? Will it be Luis Robert Jr., the fastest player on the team, or will his wrist injury from last year hinder his production? Will it be 2022's leader, Tim Anderson? Can Billy Hamilton make a surprise run up the leaderboard? Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence and Vinni...

Luis Robert Jr. has been a perpetual top pick since 2020 in most fantasy leagues due to his 5-tool potential. However, Robert Jr. has not been able to stay healthy to pay off the top-pick status. With larger bases and a healthy wrist, can La Pantera finally unlock his potential for fantasy owners? Join the CHGO White Sox crew as they are joined by Rotowire’s Chris Crawford to discuss how the White...

The 2021 White Sox were propelled to a 93-win season due to their pitching rotation having five starters throw over 130 innings. Fangraphs Steamer projects the White Sox rotation to have five starters throw over 140 innings. Who will lead the team in 2023? Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber, and special guest, Jared Wyllys as they make their predictions! BUY W...

The Chicago White Sox will be represented in the 2023 World Baseball Classic by Yoán Moncada and Luis Robert Jr. of Cuba, Tim Anderson, Lance Lynn, and Kendall Graveman of the United States, Eloy Jiménez of the Dominican Republic, José Ruiz of Venezuela, and Nicholas Padilla of Puerto Rico. What can fans expect from these players? Who will win the World Baseball Classic? Sean Anderson, Herb Lawren...

With José Abreu now in Houston, who will be the hit leader for the White Sox in 2023? Tim Anderson won the hit crown in 2021, but since 2014, José has led the team in hits every year but 2018 and 2021. Also, what will the Opening Day Bullpen look like? TIMESTAMPS 1:52 - Spring Training baseball games are down significantly since the implementation of the pitch clock 16:06 - Which White Sox will le...

Today, MLB closed its investigation into Mike Clevinger for allegations that would have fallen under the Domestic Violence and Child Abuse policy. MLB will not discipline and Clevinger has agreed to evaluations by MLB/MLBPA joint treatment boards. Also, José Abreu makes odd comments about the White Sox organization. Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawerence, Sean Anderson and Vinnie Duber as th...

There are TONS of questions surrounding the 2023 Chicago White Sox rotation. Will Michael Kopech make his turn in the first 5 games? Will Mike Clevinger even be on the team? Where does Lucas Giolito fit into the rotation after a down year? Join Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber and Sean Anderson as they give you their "ideal" rotation on the CHGO White Sox Live Show. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://...

After inking Andrew Benintendi to the largest contract in franchise history, new White Sox manager, Pedro Grifol has a tough lineup card to fill out on Opening Day. What is the "optimized" White Sox lineup for the 2023 season? What lineup will Pedro Grifol roll out? TIMESTAMPS 1:35 - Herb challenges White Sox reliever Frank German to a game on MLB The Show 5:03 - What the guys did on this beautifu...

The White Sox made a heartwarming signing, bringing back the fan favorite of the 2022 season; Elvis Andrus. There was one issue, he was signed to play second base, a position he's never played before in MLB. After yesterday's Spring Training game, Andrus told MLB.com that it was "weird" playing second for the first time. Do the White Sox have to worry? TIMESTAMPS 4:40 - Reality TV is trash 9:49 -...

Andrew Vaughn told CHGO Sports Vinnie Duber that he is "ready to play all 162 games" in 2023. Join the live CHGO White Sox Podcast as Herb Lawrence, Sean Anderson and Vinnie Duber discuss Vaughn's important 2023 and Jake Burger's chance to make the team this spring. 1:39 - Which music artist(s) is the best you have seen live 6:21 - White Sox and Jake Burger had a good day In Arizona. Does he have...

White Sox Baseball is back! The Sox have played their first two spring training games. What are the big takeaways? Who has looked good? And are MLB's new rules helping or hurting the game? Join Herb Lawrence and Sean Anderson on the CHGO White Sox Podcast. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... PARTY WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c...

After a disappointing 2022 season and seeing Tony La Russa leave the Manager position, the Chicago White Sox seem pleased with their largest offseason addition, Manager Pedro Grifol. What has Grifol's first Spring Training looked like? What players have made early waves? And how have the White Sox started to attack their goal of a World Series. Join Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber and Sean Anderson on...

Michael Kopech was a dazzling bright star coming out of the Chicago White Sox playoff bullpen in 2021 and while he had some spectacular moments in 2022 in his first year as a starter, Kopech thinks the bar needs to be raised. Can Kopech give the White Sox innings they desperately need? Is 180+ innings pitched unrealistic for 2023? Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence and Janice Scurio are joined from Ariz...