FutureSox Podcast

Chicago White Sox top prospects Colson Montgomery and Bryan Ramos got national attention from prospect evaluators. Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the write-ups as well as highlighted the recent acquisitions made by the White Sox that has James crediting the organization. Later, the show reacts to quotes made by assistant general manager Chris Getz about a number of topics, which include proj...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on co-founder and executive editor of JustBaseball.com Aram Leighton to provide insight on the American League Central and how the Chicago White Sox stack up against the competition in 2023. Leighton also hosts 'The Call Up Podcast' which features prospect coverage around Major League Baseball and he provided his scouting reports for Oscar Colas, Colson M...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on FutureSox & Sox Machine contributor Steve Hasman, aka Sleepy Harold, to get his take on the recent international signing period as well as his expectations for the 2023 Chicago White Sox. The Athletic's James Fegan spoke to White Sox MiLB hitting coordinator Andy Barkett about Oscar Colás and Barkett provided telling quotes about Colás' mental appr...

Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the 2023 Chicago White Sox international signing period, which included the No. 41 ranked pitcher in the class. Then, Mike and James learned about a development in left-handed pitcher Noah Schultz's game that left them excited. They also talked about a valuable addition to the team's front office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Mike Rankin and James Fox threw it to you, the FutureSox listener, to ask us questions about the Chicago White Sox. The show provided insight on future landing spots for those who participated in project Birmingham in 2022, some projections for a number of recent international signings, and a look ahead for some prospects who look to make an impact in 2023 after tough seasons. Before that, James d...

Mike Rankin and James Fox started the new year discussing the future of second base for the Chicago White Sox. We know the organization thinks highly of right fielder Oscar Colas, but what has the offseason plan suggested about their belief in Romy Gonzalez and Lenyn Sosa? Mike and James also listen to snippets of an interview with Vanderbilt head coach Tim Corbin, provided by Dan Bernstein and La...

Mike Rankin and James Fox were joined by Baseball America's Bill Mitchell to provide an update on key Chicago White Sox prospects as the calender flips to 2023. Bill, with over 20 years of scouting experience, shared insight on top Sox talent such as: Colson Montgomery, Oscar Colas, Noah Schultz, Bryan Ramos, Cristian Mena and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the Chicago White Sox's decision to sign outfielder Andrew Benintendi to a five-year, $75 million contract. Mike and James detailed what it means for the rest of the depth chart and why the signing fits into the organization's budget and future plans. Later, the show highlighted a feature story on promising right-handed pitching prospect Cristian Mena,...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on triple-A play-by-play broadcaster and Just Baseball Podcast host Jack McMullen to evaluate the health of Major League Baseball as free agency continues to churn out record-breaking contracts. What is keeping teams like the Chicago White Sox from spending on free agents? How much has the new collective bargaining agreement and rule changes impacted the way orga...

Mike Rankin and James Fox began the show by reacting to the Major League Baseball Rule 5 draft that saw the Chicago White Sox select right-handed pitcher Nick Avila. Then, Mike and James gave their thoughts on the Major League Baseball Draft Lottery. How sustainable is that model? Later, the show took a deep dive into the highlights of the White Sox's farm system, which includes positive updat...

Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the news of Jose Abreu's departure to the Houston Astros as well as the Chicago White Sox's decision to sign right-handed starter Mike Clevinger. How does Clevinger's addition to the active roster impact the way general manager Rick Hahn maneuvers the remainder of the offseason? Now that Abreu is no longer manning first base on the south side, how w...

Rundown: With Garrett Crochet's starting pitching future dashed, what are the player development lessons with his situation? How should those apply when watching Noah Schultz's development? Jose Rodriguez inches closer to the majors as he's added to the 40-man roster. Where does he stack up with other White Sox middle infield prospects? Adam Engel and Danny Mendick were non-tendered, b...

Mike Rankin and James Fox opened the show by exploring the significant 40-man decisions ahead of general manager Rick Hahn and the Chicago White Sox. Mike and James reacted to former White Sox outfielder AJ Pollock's decision to decline his player option, making him a free agent. What does that decision mean for Oscar Colas, the free agent market and potential trade partners around the league?...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Alex Feuz, host of the Whole New Ballgame & Whole New Story Podcast, to talk about new Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol. Based out of Kansas City, Alex provided insight on the qualities of the new Sox skipper after following Grifol's tenure with the Royals. Later, Mike and James discussed significant 40-man roster decisions on the horizon, which...

Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the White Sox's announcement of Pedro Grifol as the organization's manager. In an introductory press conference, Grifol and general manager Rick Hahn spoke on expectations and a new attitude surrounding the clubhouse. Mike and James listened back to a number of quotes from the aforementioned Sox representatives. Later, the show provided details about th...

Mike Rankin and James Fox introduced Jeff Feyerer, a new contributor to FutureSox and Sox Machine, to discuss the latest on the Chicago White Sox's managerial search. Is Ozzie Guillen the top candidate? Later, the group shared their versions of the White Sox offseason plan. Mike, James and Jeff detailed positions of strength the organization may be able to deal from.  Learn more about your ad...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Ryan Johansen of johansenbaseball.com and winreality.com to discuss his time with the Chicago White Sox. Johansen worked with current hitting coordinator Andy Barkett and assistant general manager Chris Getz to help implement the information gathered through technology in player development. Later, Mike and James provided an update on the White Sox managerial...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Chicago White Sox hitting instructor Devin DeYoung, who is assigned to develop talent in Arizona for the franchise. DeYoung shared insight on organizational hitting philosophy and how new technology is being implemented in their teachings. He also explained the value of 'Project Birmingham' and what it means for players who were challenged at the doubl...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Herb Lawrence of CHGO Sports in Chicago. The group reacted to rumors that included managerial candidates and uncertainty toward Jose Abreu's return to the south side in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the Chicago White Sox's end-of-season press conference, which included an announcement that Tony La Russa retired as manager. That led them to discuss all that's ahead in the offseason and what to expect in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on 'Beef Loaf' of FromThe108.com to get his assessment on all that went wrong with the Chicago White Sox in 2022. The group discussed roster issues, individual player inconsistencies, front office disconnects and much more. With the White Sox failing to reach the MLB postseason for a third consecutive year, the show looks ahead to 2023 and what needs to h...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Jim Margalus, the managing editor of Sox Machine, to discuss his experience watching the Chicago White Sox double-A affiliate in person. The group then pondered the types of results needed to consider 'Project Birmingham' a success. Later, the show looked ahead to key roster positions that will be top of mind for the Chicago White Sox in 2023. Learn mo...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Pittsburgh Pirates triple-A broadcaster and JustBaseball.com contributor Jack McMullen to talk about the future of Major and Minor League Baseball. McMullen shared his first-hand experiences watching the soon-to-be implemented rule changes coming to MLB, which include larger bases, a pitch clock and a restriction on infield shifting. Later, the group discussed...

Mike Rankin and James Fox react to White Sox manager Tony La Russa stepping away from the team due to medical reasons. They also provide an update on 'Project Birmingham,' as the top White Sox prospects continue to work in double-A. Later, Mike and James discuss several names who will be participating in the organization's instructional league this fall. Learn more about your ad choice...

Mike Rankin welcomed on Chicago White Sox beat writer James Fegan of The Athletic to provide insight on the newly constructed "Project Birmingham," which consists of a number of notable prospects playing in Double-A. Fegan also describes his first-hand experiences covering an underachieving White Sox team, as well as ponders the future of Jose Abreu. Later, James detailed the scouting, dra...