CHGO Chicago White Sox Podcast

White Sox General Manager Rick Hahn spoke highly of Oscar Colás at the General Manager Meetings in November. Can the 24-year-old Cuban outfielder make a strong enough impression to win the job in camp? Colás and Gavin Sheets both spoke about their work in camp and the open right-field spot at spring training today. Come join the CHGO White Sox crew, Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence, Janice Scurio, and...

The Chicago White Sox have re-signed Elvis Andrus to a one-year deal to be the everyday second baseman, according to GM Rick Hahn. Hahn adds that Romy Gonzalez will add corner outfield to his infield duties in a “Ben Zobrist” type role. He could start the season in Charlotte, however. Vinnie sat down with White Sox Ace Dylan Cease for an exclusive 1-1 interview. Join Vinnie Dubber, Herb Lawrence,...

Yasmani Grandal spent the entire offseason training to keep his body in better shape than it's been the past two seasons. Will his hard work pay off. Vinnie Duber met with him in Spring Training, where Grandal expressed optimism in his health. And you won't want to miss a 1-on-1 with Lucas Giolito as he looks to rebound from a down season. Join Vinnie Dubber, Herb Lawrence and Sean Anderson. for a...

After having a career year in 2019, Chicago White Sox 3rd baseman Yoan Moncada has been leaving fans wondering if he can duplicate it ever since. Moncada has dealt with injuries and the after-effects of covid for the past three seasons now. Can he ever return to 2019 form? New Sox Manager Pedro Grifol has some thoughts. Join Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence and Vinnie Duber as they discuss Moncada's w...

The Chicago White Sox were dealt a huge blow when offseason acquisition and presumed #5 starter Mike Clevinger was accused of domestic violence and child abuse in the offseason. Now, Clevinger has joined the team at Spring Training and addressed the media regarding the allegations. Rick Hahn also met with the media and spoke on the issue. What did we learn? Do we think Clevinger will be with the t...

Oscar Colas was a name with a lot of buzz around it when the White Sox inked him to an international deal worth $2.7 million. The Cuban "Ohtani"? Not so much, but the bat lived up to the potential as he slugged .524 in the minors in 2022. Will Oscar win the right field job in Spring Training? Can he perform at an MLB level? Join Sean Anderson, Vinnie Duber and Herb Lawrence as they preview Colas'...

The largest free agent contract in Chicago White Sox history was inked for Andrew Benintendi to come to the South Side for the next five years. Will the investment be worth it? Can Andrew add enough value in 2023? Join Sean Anderson, Vinnie Duber and Herb Lawrence as they preview Benintendi's upcoming year on the CHGO White Sox LIVE Podcast. TIMESTAMPS 3:25 - Is In N Out burger overrated? Other re...

Gavin Sheets was a surprise bright spot for the White Sox in 2021 providing much-needed left-handed power. After the White Sox won the Central in 2021, expectations were high for Sheets to pair with Andrew Vaughn as outfielder power. However, Sheets struggled early and was sent down to Charlotte. Sheets was soon called up again in June and finished out the year on the South Side. Join Sean Anderso...

Before Andrew Benintendi signed his 5-year/$75 million deal this offseason, Yasmani Grandal was the franchise record-setting free agent. After his worst year on the South Side in 2022, Grandal enters the last year of his contract. Can Grandal reach his 2021 form again? Can he age gracefully with his intense offseason workout program? Will he continue to struggle? Join Sean Anderson, Vinnie Duber a...

How will Yoan Moncada perform in 2023? Coming off another injury-riddled 2022, can the third baseman return to form? Join Sean Anderson, Vinnie Duber and Herb Lawrence as they preview YoYo's upcoming year.  TIMESTAMPS 6:16 - Is Yoan Moncada the most polarizing player on the White Sox? 10:41 - If Yoan Moncada does another music video which CHGO White Sox member should be in it? 24:47 - Will Yoan Mo...

How will Tim Anderson perform in 2023? Coming off an injury-filled 2022, can the shortstop return to form? How does he compare to one of the league's best overall players? Join Sean Anderson, Vinnie Duber, and Herb Lawrence as the preview TA's upcoming year.  TIMESTAMPS 3:22 - 2nd Baseman options for the White Sox (Gonzalez, Sosa, Alberto, Garcia) 24:08 - Tim Anderson was an All-Star for the White...

The White Sox have not addressed their weakness at second base after letting Josh Harrison walk in the offseason, allowing him to sign with Philadelphia. Is it Romy Gonzalez's job to lose? Which candidates could pop up? Join the CHGO White Sox crew as they discuss this and open the CHGO Mailbag. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3...

In the first edition of their season player previews, the CHGO White Sox crew of Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber, and Sean Anderson previewed 2023 for Andrew Vaughn. How large of a job will he have to try to replace Jose Abreu?   BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/CHGOSports ALL THINGS CHGO...

MLB Network released their Top 10 Starting Pitchers list for 2023 and oh boy, is it bad. Only 3 American League pitchers were featured in the Top 10. That list of three AL pitchers did not include either Gerrit Cole or Dylan Cease. The CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawrence, Sean Anderson, and Vinnie Duber create their own Top 10 MLB Starting Pitchers list. TIMESTAMPS 2:26 - MLB Network’s Top 10 Start...

DraftKings SportsBook recently release the odds for the White Sox win total, to make the playoffs, and to win the AL Central and they are not pretty. Join Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber, and Sean Anderson as they discuss if the Sox can make the playoffs and Oscar Colas’ chances to open as the starting Right Fielder in 2023 on the CHGO White Sox Live Podcast. TIMESTAMPS 2:35 - Players in the World Bas...

With Mike Clevinger currently being investigated by MLB under their Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Child Abuse policy with the MLBPA, what remaining options could fill out the Sox rotation? Also, The Athletic graded each MLB club's offseason. The White Sox were the only team to receive an F. Join Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber and Sean Anderson as they discuss on the CHGO White Sox Live...

Pinstripes? '83? City Connect? Sleeveless jerseys? Shorts?!? Which uniforms do you want to see the Chicago White Sox wear in 2023? Sean Anderson, Herb Lawrence, and Vinnie Duber talk threads on today's CHGO White Sox Podcast. 1:33 - What Vinnie Duber did on his birthday weekend In Milwaukee 8:42 - Miami Marlins’ Jazz Chisholm is on the cover of MLB The Show, was that the right pick? 21:18 - Which...

Last week, MLB Network ranked their Top 10 Shortstop heading into the 2023 MLB Season and Tim Anderson was ranked 9th by their official rankings. However, the three panelists did not include TA in their Top 10. Are they wrong? Is Tim Anderson overrated? Join the CHGO White Sox Crew, Sean Anderson, and Herb Lawrence as they discuss in today's CHGO White Sox Podcasts. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: htt...

Chicago sports are in a bit of a rut if you haven’t noticed. It’s been 37 years since the Bears won a Super Bowl and 25 since the Bulls won an NBA championship. The White Sox are just behind them with an 18-year old drought. In the old days, we used to blame things like farm animals and baseball players who threw World Series. But what’s to blame now? Kevin Kaduk and Luke Stuckmeyer are joined by...

Today, the White Sox announced that Jason Benetti and Steve Stone will be brought back as the broadcast crew for the 2023 Chicago White Sox. What does this mean for Sox fans and the future of the broadcast booth? The Sox also announced their Spring Training roster and the 26 players who received invites. Join Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber and Sean Anderson as they discuss on the CHGO White Sox Live...

Yesterday, The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal tweeted that the White Sox have an interest in Royals' second baseman, Nicky Lopez, but the Royals have no interest in moving Lopez. Will a deal get done between the two teams, and if not, what is the Sox plan at second base? Join Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber, and Sean Anderson as they discuss whether the Naperville native is a fit for the Sox on the CHGO Whi...

According to a report from The Athletic, Major League Baseball is investigating Chicago White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger following allegations of domestic violence. Sean Anderson, Vinnie Duber, and Herb Lawrence discuss the details on the CHGO White Sox Podcast. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... TAILGATE WITH US: https://bit.ly/3SRS03z  SUBSCRIBE: https://www.you...

This afternoon, White Sox designated hitter, Eloy Jiménez, spoke to the media about his wishes to return to the outfield this season. Join the CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawrence, Vinnie Duber, and Sean Anderson as they discuss if this is viable and the best option for the Sox. Also, they open the CHGO Diehard Mailbag. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3442941... TAILGATE WI...

On Friday, the Miami Marlins agreed to acquire 2022 American League Batting Champion, Luis Arráez from the Minnesota Twins in exchange for starting pitcher Pablo López and two prospects. Which team won the trade? How does this affect the White Sox? The CHGO White Sox crew, Herb Lawrence, Sean Anderson, and Vinnie Duber breakdown the move. BUY WHITE SOX TICKETS HERE: https://gametime.hnyj8s.net/c/3...

White Sox legend Johnny Cueto signed with the Miami Marlins this offseason and was introduced in Miami today. Cueto walked out from centerfield draped in the flag of the Dominican Republic and strutted onto the mound with his massive car stereo blasting music from the outfield. How would the CHGO White Sox crew make it their own? What song, flag, and outfit would they walk out in? They also play t...