Locked On White Sox - Daily Podcast On The Chicago White Sox

Chicago White Sox’s outfield shakes up with Luisangel Acuña, Brooks Baldwin, and top prospect Braden Montgomery making waves in spring training. Can this intriguing mix transform the weakest group into a surprise asset for the season? Host Todd Welter breaks down the latest on Austin Hays’ role, Andrew Benintendi’s fit, and the potential impact of club control decisions—posing the key question: sh...

UCLA’s Roch Cholowsky powers his way toward becoming the number one overall pick, delivering clutch home runs and elite defensive plays that have Chicago White Sox fans buzzing. Could he become the fastest college shortstop to the majors since Troy Tulowitzki? Host Todd Welter breaks down Cholowsky's standout performances against top programs like Mississippi State, Texas A&M, and Tennessee, while...

Chicago White Sox fans grow restless as GM Chris Getz’s elusive vision sparks debate—will the team finally turn the corner, or is patience running thin? Host Todd Welter scrutinizes Getz’s vague commitment to improvement, questions front office accountability, and weighs whether leadership changes will actually deliver wins on the South Side. Key discussion points include the bullpen’s potential,...

The salary floor speculation could force the frugal Chicago White Sox to open their wallets, but is a spending spree enough to close the talent gap with MLB elites? Host Todd Welter unpacks the rumored $140–$160 million salary floor and its implications for Jerry Reinsdorf’s frugal ownership, examining whether forced investment might keep young talents like Colson Montgomery and Munetaka Murakami...

The Chicago White Sox’s bench battle heats up as Tanner Murray and Curtis Mead ignite spring training with clutch homers. Which utility infielder will secure the prized roster spot, and could an early breakout force the front office to reconsider Lenyn Sosa’s role?  Host Todd Welter examines the White Sox’s infield locks—Munetaka Murakami, Chase Meidroth, Colson Montgomery, and Miguel Vargas—while...

Chicago White Sox fans are buzzing about Munetaka Murakami, but is Colson Montgomery the true breakout superstar in the making? Host Todd Welter spotlights Montgomery’s spring training power surge and questions why national analysts keep overlooking his massive potential, even as outlets like ESPN’s David Schoenfield name Murakami as the Sox’s lone All-Star. Could both sluggers ignite a South Side...

Can the Chicago White Sox sustain their early spring offensive spark once MLB pitchers reach peak form? Host Todd Welter breaks down why the White Sox’s hot bats may face regression, spotlighting insights from Reds' radio analyst Jeff Brantley and the impact of sharpened pitching as the Cactus League gives way to real competition. Key topics include Colson Montgomery’s first spring home run, Jonat...

Munetaka Murakami aims to electrify Chicago with his power at the plate—but will his high strikeout rate hold him back from White Sox superstardom? Host Todd Welter spotlights Murakami’s spring training performance, breaking down his approach, impact on the lineup, and what fans can expect from the White Sox’s new slugger.  The conversation shifts to the team’s offensive resurgence in Cactus Leagu...

Chicago White Sox face a lineup conundrum as Brooks Baldwin stakes his claim for a starting spot with explosive spring training performances. Should Baldwin anchor right field, given his running prowess but past struggles tracking fly balls in center? Host Todd Welter analyzes the White Sox's evolving roster strategy, spotlighting Curtis Mead’s push for an Opening Day role and how his impending de...

Chicago White Sox fans buzz about Grant Taylor’s explosive spring training debut, but is he the team’s future elite closer—or something more? His triple-digit fastball and dominant performance have sparked comparisons to Mason Miller, yet manager Will Venable may see Taylor as a multi-inning, high-leverage weapon rather than a classic ninth-inning closer. Host Todd Welter breaks down Taylor’s stre...

On today's extra episode, there are some rumblings that the White Sox could potentially take UC Santa Barbara ace Jackson Flora over UCLA's stud shortstop Roch Cholowsky.  Then the discussion shifts to how Korey Lee could make the Opening Day roster. Sam Antonacci is also having a good start to Cactus League play, but it will be hard for him to make the Opening Day roster.  0:45 Do not draft a pit...

Chicago White Sox ignite spring training with three straight Cactus League victories, sparking hope for a future built on winning habits. Can young players turn internal improvement into lasting success despite a tough rebuild and a wide talent gap? Host Todd Welter explores the team’s renewed energy, smart base running, and clutch hitting, while questioning if setting a “winning habits” floor can...

Chicago White Sox players refuse to surrender hope, eyeing a playoff spot despite long odds. Could a new mindset and an emerging young core spark an unlikely postseason run on the South Side? Host Todd Welter examines the surge in confidence among key names like Edgar Quero, assesses the team’s slim 1.2% shot at October, and argues why player belief is critical for shifting clubhouse culture. Topi...

Chicago White Sox face tough trade decisions as rumors swirl around Orioles’ Coby Mayo and Ryan Mountcastle. Are these hit-first, defensively limited players a good fit, or do they add costly redundancy to the roster? Todd Welter breaks down the potential deals, weighing the risk of sacrificing pitching prospects like Tanner McDougal for Mayo against the team’s true needs in the outfield. Could th...

Minnesota Twins lose ace Pablo Lopez for the season, but can the Chicago White Sox capitalize and escape the AL Central cellar? Fangraphs projections and insider perspectives suggest Lopez’s injury isn’t the opening the Sox need, as the Twins’ high-end talent, including Byron Buxton and Joe Ryan, still holds an edge. The episode explores whether the White Sox’s young core and promising prospects l...

Chicago White Sox fans wrestle with extremes—have the Sox truly “won the offseason,” or should skepticism reign amid cautious moves? Host Todd Welter and Besnik Zekiri of OnTapSportsNet.com dissect the latest White Sox roster decisions, weighing bullpen signings against missed opportunities for good starting pitchers like Chris Bassitt. The duo challenges Russell Dorsey’s praise of the Sox’s winte...

A looming MLB lockout threatens the 2027 season—can a compromise between owners and players prevent a lost year for the Chicago White Sox and the league? White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi voices player unity, while major TV revenue changes and Tony Clark’s recent resignation add to the uncertainty. Are younger and rank-and-file players getting the protection and pay they deserve, and will the...

Munetaka Murakami brings a surge of excitement to Chicago White Sox camp—can he be the transformative star fans have been craving? Host Todd Welter spotlights Murakami’s eye-popping power, key spring moments, and what pundits are saying about his early impact. Fans are buzzing over clips of Murakami hammering the ball in practice, raising hopes that he’ll become the South Side’s next sensation alo...

Chicago White Sox fans are left questioning the real reason behind the team’s power shortage as General Manager Chris Getz blames Chicago weather for the lack of home runs. Host Todd Welter breaks down Getz’s comments, comparing them to past front office excuses and dissecting the financial realities of adding true sluggers like Kyle Schwarber or Pete Alonso to the lineup. The episode further expl...

The Chicago White Sox prioritize keeping catching duo Kyle Teel and Edgar Quero behind the plate, sparking debate around lineup optimization and defensive development. Will their refusal to experiment with other positions hold back the club’s offensive potential, or is health and long-term growth the top concern? Host Todd Welter weighs in on positional strategy, the risk of giving up the designat...

Will patience with Chris Getz’s front office pay off, or will frustrations from past failures linger? Todd Welter explores the heated debate over the team’s rebuild, spotlighting local sports talk show host Laurence Holmes’ demand for the White Sox to “prove it” and questioning whether wins and losses are a fair measure under current ownership limitations. Key segments cover the fallout from Getz’...

White Sox GM Chris Getz repeatedly mislabeled Luisangel Acuña as a switch hitter. The caused some outrage from a local blogger, a local sports talk show host, and within the White Sox fan social media. Should outrage over this blunder outweigh frustration about trading Luis Robert Jr. for what may amount to just a utility player and a pitching prospect?  Host Todd Welter calls out the true issues...

The Chicago White Sox face a pivotal MLB Draft as UCLA’s Roch Cholowsky and Alabama’s Justin Lebron emerge as front-runners for the No. 1 overall pick. Will the White Sox prioritize Cholowsky polished shortstop defense and pull-side power, or does Lebron’s elite athleticism and high-velocity bat angle present a stronger case? Host Todd Welter discussed how both can make their case with JustBasebal...

Chicago White Sox fans face a critical question: Is a fast start enough, or is meaningful progress the true goal for 2026? Todd Welter contrasts Chris Getz’s “see where the year takes us” philosophy with the harsh realities of a massive rebuild, emphasizing the importance of internal improvement and not gambling the future for a fleeting hot streak. With the White Sox projected for another tough s...

Chicago White Sox shake up their rotation by bringing back Erick Fedde—will this veteran arm be the key to bridging the gap until top prospects like Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith are ready?  With service time manipulation and clubhouse depth in play, intriguing questions arise about roster strategy and the development paths for young arms such as David Sandlin, Mike Vasil, Tanner McDougal, and Drew...