FutureSox Podcast

Clinton Cole sat down with NBC Sports White Sox analyst Chuck Garfien to discuss expectations surrounding the Chicago White Sox ahead of the 2021 season. When will we see Michael Kopech and Andrew Vaughn? How do the Sox stack against the rest of the American League?  You may watch & listen to the conversation here as well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RU5s4UmbRBw Learn more about your ad ch...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed senior editor of Baseball America Josh Norris to the FutureSox Podcast following the publication's drop of the top 30 prospects per team. Josh provided his expectations for top prospect Andrew Vaughn's 2021 as well as the difficulties that may arise while left-hander Garrett Crochet develops as a Major League bullpen arm in the immediate sense, but starte...

Mike Rankin and James Fox discussed a plethora of topics on this episode of the FutureSox Podcast, which includes a lengthy discussion on whether or not the White Sox will continue to add prior to the start of MLB's 2021 season. Speaking of 2021 -- what is the status update on negotiations between Major League Baseball's owners and the player's union? James provided his synopsis of the...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed back Ben Badler of Baseball America to break down the 2020-21 international signing period, which was highlighted by 23-year-old outfielder Yoelqui Cespedes. Badler then detailed the signing process of those such as right-handed starter Norge Vera, top international prospect Oscar Colas, catcher Manuel Guariman and more. Later, the trio explored the possibility o...

White Sox OF prospect Luis Gonzalez joined Clinton Cole on Zoom to chat about his Major League debut, what he's done in quarantine and the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

White Sox P Prospect Tyler Johnson joined Clinton Cole on Zoom to talk about the 2020 season, his offseason, and 2021 goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

White Sox prospect Andrew Vaughn joined Clint via Zoom to chat about his time at Schaumburg, playing against Major League talent and his offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Fox and Dan Santaromita discuss the upcoming international signing window. The White Sox class is expected to be headlined by Yoelqui Cespedes and Norge Vera. What do those prospects bring to the organization and where do they rank in the system? They also talk about a delay for most of the minor leagues and give an update on the team's offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Clinton Cole returns with another player interview. This time it's White Sox right handed pitcher Zack Burdi, who shares his expectations for 2021 following his Major League debut, as well as provides insight on several key members of the organization.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clinton Cole caught up with White Sox right handed reliever Will Kincanon following a 2020 season that offered no MiLB campaign. Kincanon shared what he's worked on throughout the year and looks forward to what his role will be in 2021.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Rankin and James Fox sat down to explore the future of the White Sox' highly touted first round draft pick Garrett Crochet. There is reason to believe he will work in the bullpen throughout 2021. Will that hamper his development as a stater down the road? Later, the guys discussed Eric Longenhagen's top 32 White Sox prospect list from FanGraphs, which included several notable young na...

Mike Rankin, James Fox and Dan Santaromita got together to discuss several pieces of news surrounding the Chicago White Sox.  The team lost right-handed pitcher AJ Puckett and selected right-hander Martin Carrasco in the minor league phase of the Rule 5 Draft. Earlier in the week, pitchers Dane Dunning and Avery Weems were traded to the Texas Rangers in exchange for starting righty Lance Lynn. The...

Mike Rankin and Dan Santaromita dissected the recent decision by the Chicago White Sox to non-tender contracts to LHP Carlos Rodon and OF Nomar Mazara. The organization also announced its coaching staff following the hire of manager Tony La Russa.  Later, former FutureSox Editor-in-Chief Matt Cassidy joined Mike and Dan to break down the significance of the Pioneer League no longer being recognize...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Chris Lanuti of Sox in the Basement Podcast to discuss the latest controversy hanging over Tony La Russa and the White Sox. The guys also discussed several key names the organization may target this offseason.  The White Sox hired Ethan Katz to fill the role as pitching coach. How will the move impact pitchers like Reynaldo Lopez and Dylan Cease? Later, Mike, Jam...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome Beef Loaf of Fromthe108.com to preview what to expect from the White Sox as they prepare for an offseason in front of a year that will have World Series aspirations attached. The guys explore the thinking behind Tony La Russa as manager and dive into the overwhelmingly negative perspective from the fan base associated to the hire. Who will fill the role as bench c...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on 2016 first round draft pick Zack Burdi to discuss how he was able to overcome two major injuries on his way to his Major League debut in 2020. Burdi is entering an offseason fully healthy and shared insight on analytical incorporation throughout his time in the organization.  Later, Mike and James further explored the White Sox managerial search following Jame...

Mike Rankin, James Fox and Dan Santaromita discuss the decision of the White Sox to move on from manager Rick Renteria and pitching coach Don Cooper. Tony La Russa emerged as an early candidate to fill the role as manager, but the panel isn't necessarily sold on the rumors. They go on to explain their rationale behind supporting AJ Hinch if he were to join the organization. Mike, James and Dan...

Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the 2020 Major League Baseball regular season as it concluded on Sunday, September 27. The White Sox earned the No. 7 seed in the playoffs and will take on the Athletics in Oakland in the Wild Card round, which is a three-game set. Mike and James evaluated several Sox storylines that took place across the 60-game schedule as the chase for a World Series begins...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome back Steve Paradzinski of the On Tap Sports Network to celebrate the White Sox clinching a playoff berth for the first time since 2008. The guys explore whether they'd vote for Tim Anderson or Jose Abreu for American League MVP and discuss the continued development of Anderson's overall game. Later, Steve offers his perspective of Dane Dunning's surpri...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Kevin Dziepak of 670 the Score and the Mully & Haugh Show to pick his brain following Major League Baseball's trade deadline. The White Sox were linked to several starting pitchers, including Lance Lynn, Mike Clevinger and Brandon Woodruff. What went behind the organization's decision to stand pat? Later, the trio attempt to explore what's ahead f...

Mike Rankin welcomes South Side Hit Pen White Sox beat writer Janice Scurio to the podcast. Janice was present at Guaranteed Rate Field during Lucas Giolito's no-hitter and the stadium's power surge. Later, the two discuss the importance of baseball's platform as the conversation surrounding social justice continues. Danny Mendick, meanwhile, is earning his spot at the big league level...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Double-A Birmingham coach Devin DeYoung to the FutureSox podcast to discuss his role within the organization. He shared how intently he and the White Sox are working with biomechanics as a means of player development.  DeYoung spent 2019 with the Boston Red Sox before returning to Chicago. Prior to his opportunity in the affiliated scene, DeYoung began his profes...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome WGN Radio's Joe Brand to the FutureSox podcast to discuss the latest White Sox trends. Luis Robert is adjusting to life in Major League Baseball with ease and Joe gives his thoughts on a player with very few physical limitations. Later, the group discusses the impact of Carlos Rodon and Jimmy Lambert's injuries, as well as the plan for Dane Dunning moving...

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome Sox on 35th Editor-in-Chief Jordan Lazowski to the podcast to discuss the latest Chicago White Sox storylines.   Jordan details how the website has grown over the last three years while also providing insight on its internal operation.  As for the White Sox, several prospects have made their debut in the 2020 season. Luis Robert is already making an impact, Codi H...

Clinton Cole had a conversation with Chicago White Sox first baseman Andrew Vaughn just a week prior to the start of the 2020 MLB season. Vaughn shared what it's like playing with his big league teammates, how he spent his time during quarantine as well as his favorite baseball memory to this point in his career.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystu...