Sox In The Basement

The guys discuss a new analytical approach from the White Sox front office and ask if that's why the team seems to be hyping Jarred Kelenic this week. Sure he has a new swing, but is that enough to prevent another outfielder from joining the team before Spring Training? More national lists are also coming out, and one has a young Sox player in the Top 100 in all of MLB for the first time. Plus, th...

Sports is better with rivalries, and the Bears should be an example for a young White Sox team. We talk about the best rivalry years for the White Sox and why 2026 could be a season where a new one begins. Plus, a new list of the best White Sox players ever only proves that these lists are poorly created. Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar o...

The battle for a spot in the starting rotation will have a lot of participants this Spring. Young position players have guys right behind them who will be pushing for their job. The White Sox are creating competition on their roster. Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago...

Some obvious needs exist in the current White Sox roster, and they specifically change depending on how the team views individual roles in 2026. We take a crack at how to best use the current roster and what additions make sense with that plan. Plus, fantasy baseball evaluations for 2026 tell you a lot about Luis Robert Jr and why his market seems to always collapse just before a possible trade. ...

The White Sox took another swing at the Japanese Free Agent Market, but missed this time. The good news, though, is that they seem like buyers still when it comes to another rotation arm and much more. Plus, the hodgepodge of young outfielders competing for a spot in Spring got bigger with the addition of Jarred Kelenic. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicag...

The White Sox are starting to get some national buzz as a team expected to be much better. What do you believe? We sort through the possibility, probability and expectations for some of their key players in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White...

After another addition in the form of Sean Newcomb, the White Sox have signalled they have plans this off-season to improve and mold this team into a winner. Not so much a World Series contender yet, but there is a push for improvement. The next move may be Luis Robert Jr finally being dealt away, and the Reds have an interesting group of pitchers that may return.  Video version now available on ...

The White Sox spent $34,000,000 on 1B Munetaka Murakami and surprised everyone. We break down the young international star to project what the south side will see from him in 2026. We're also looking at the unique process revealed by GM Chris Getz that brough Mune to Chicago. Plus, another "minor" move adds more competition for spots in the outfield in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now availa...

If you could ask for one thing for Christmas, what White Sox move would it be? We shoot for the moon with an idea that isn't as crazy as most would think. Plus, Chris Getz adds to his front office again! Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fa...

Boston wants Kyle Teel back, but the White Sox aren't interested. Is there a price they would consider? Multiple teams are interested in Luis Robert Jr. Will the feelings of two billionaires impact where he ultimately ends up in 2026? We see a lot of players who need to make the team next year or their careers will greatly change in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now available on  YouTube!  Ch...

No big acquisition, but the White Sox got the #1 Draft pick and two high-potential pitchers in the Rule 5 Draft. James Fox of FutureSox tells us about the new guys, that draft pick and the names linked to the White Sox in free agency. Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago...

All eyes in the baseball world are on The Winter Meetings, but don't expect a big splash from the White Sox. That doesn't mean a trade or signing won't happen. We try to imagine how GM Chris Getz is approaching these meetings as the White Sox also look for a possible #1 overall pick in the MLB Draft and a solid pickup in the Rule 5 Draft this week. Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris L...

The White Sox front office made a free agent signing that signals a trend. LHP Anthony Kay will join the rotation after having a really good year overseas. We're here to tell you what the deal says about off-season direction and what likely comes next as the Winter Meetings are set to begin. Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Si...

Take a look at some logical Rule 5 Draft choices the White Sox could consider, and some players we would pass on. We think Jerry Reinsdorf should be paying attention as The Pope continues to live his best White Sox fandom life. Plus, the White Sox 2026 rotation may not be what you think. Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side o...

After former White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease lands the first big contract for starters, we break down why it wasn't more and what the White Sox should be looking for as an alternative to big ticket free agents. A few hidden gems and specific types of free agents are out there and affordable for this team. Plus, The Sox Nerd breaks down one of our new additions in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version n...

The White Sox non-tendered OF Mike Tauchman and others, but this isn't about lowering payroll. What if we told you that by walking away from a $2.5 million arbitration the team was making roster and payroll room for upgrades? Wander down the primrose path of positivity as we look at realistic next steps towards building a better roster in 2026. You gotta break a few eggs to make an omlet. Video ve...

On November 18th 2025 the White Sox started making a few moves. Sure, it wasn't anything too flashy. There were two pitchers protected from the Rule 5 Draft. One guy retired. And two trades were completed. We're here to tell you how Chris Getz' comments about those transactions and some current trade rumors all tie together. There is clearly more to come.  Video version now available on  YouTube!...

The White Sox must decide who to protect in the Rule 5 Draft, and a short list also takes us down memory lane with minor league names that were once special and now likely will be left unprotected. Listener comments lead to a Radio 101 lesson in debate. Plus, why you may have to find positives in players that weren't your first choice in free agency in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now availa...

Chris Getz spoke from the General Manager Meetings and the tune has changed when it comes to what the White Sox could do this offseason. Multi-year free agent signings are again possible, with one name already being connected to the team. Luis Robert Jr is being pursued by other clubs and the budget is "fluid." We try to figure out what that means, and why a Major League Baseball team would have a...

We dive into some great listener mail and avoid an international incident all while asking what the most patient White Sox fan wants to see this offseason. One thing is for certain, the lie about how rebuilds should work has been long-exposed. Now it is up to Chris Getz and company to make moves this year that will prevent problems in 2027. Video version now available on  YouTube!  Chris Lanuti an...

New pitching coach. New hitting coach. Same cheap owner. Chris Getz has signaled the budget is slim this offseason, but understand that the White Sox GM sounds determined to get creative in order to improve his team's win total and play in 2026. We break down his comments and early moves while describing a path towards improvement despite Jerry Reinsdorf's self-inflicted barriers. The $1000 Guest...

With the end of the 2025 World Series a clock starts running as baseball's off-season offically begins. We have the dates, rules and expected moves you should see in November from the Chicago White Sox. We're also feeling bad for Blue Jays fans and good about sports in Chicago. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by  Cork & Kerry At The Park  gives you a chance to win $1000. Chris Lanuti and...

The Pope got a disappointing surprise gift and the picture from the Vatican looks like every White Sox kid who gets the wrong jersey for Christmas. We're judging Jim Bowden's suspected White Sox targets in free agency while Blake Snell is blaming "baseball luck" in the World Series!  Video Version on YouTube! The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance...

AJ Pierzynski caused a stir with his ranking of modern World Series teams, but was he right? Darrin Jackson gave a longer timeline when it comes to White Sox competitiveness. We think he is really, really wrong. The $1000 Guest Bounty gives you a chance to with $1000. Step into "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video Version on YouTube! Brought to you by  Cork & Kerry At The Park.  Chris Lanuti and Ed Sieb...

The White Sox seemingly have no choice but to pick up Luis Robert Jr's $20-million dollar option. What is he really worth and what happens next. We're breaking down a tree of poissibilites. Plus, the Sox Nerd joins us! The $1000 Guest Bounty gives you a chance to with $1000. Who are you bringing to the party?  Video Version on YouTube! Brought to you by  Cork & Kerry At The Park.  Chris Lanuti...