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As Major League Baseball shifts into offseason mode, Sox Machine's Josh Nelson and Jim Margalus look at 5 potential free-agent targets to help the Chicago White Sox improve their rotation. Visit the NEW Sox Machine Store at SoxMachineShop.com to pick up your new White Sox and Sox Machine Gear. Sam Antonacci, Munetaka Murakami, Tristan Peters, Chase Meidroth, and the celibate-for-Sean Burke shirt!...

Lots to catch up on as the Milwaukee Brewers won the 2026 World Series in five games. The Chicago White Sox hired Matt Roffe to lead MLB Draft efforts. The White Sox parted ways with John Schriffen, opening the TV play-by-play announcer role to an interesting list of candidates. The Chicago Sun-Times put a Chicago Bears stadium rendering in Bridgeport on its cover, but hours later Crain's Chicago...

In Josh Nelson's upcoming Offseason Plan Project on Sox Machine, he technically shares seven players who are not returning, but four are grouped into two boats: backup catchers and inefficient (hurt) relievers. From this exercise, Josh and Jim Margalus agree that left field needs further discussion about how it plays out in 2027. Also, what to do about Andrew Benintendi? If he doesn't hit well ear...

With the World Series beginning, it's time to launch Sox Machine's Offseason Plan Project (OPP). If you're new to the OPP, step into the role of Chicago White Sox GM. With a $130 million payroll budget, how would you build a 26-man roster to improve on the 84-78 record? This episode will guide you through the decisions you'll need to make before wheeling and dealing in free agency and trade market...

It's the annual quiz to name every player who appeared in a Chicago White Sox game in 2026. The total list includes 59 players who played at least one game. Link to play the quiz: https://soxmachine.com/2026/10/sporcle-saturday-your-2026-chicago-white-sox Plus, a World Series preview, and Josh Barfield is rumored to be running for the Houston Astros GM opening. Visit the NEW Sox Machine Store at S...

New podcast discussing in depth the Chicago White Sox three offseason dilemmas: What to do with Colson Montgomery? Should Sox sign a contract extension with Munetaka Murakami? What role does Luis Castillo have with the team in 2027? Plus, discussion about the ALCS, Cleveland's weird home vs. away splits, and how much World Series tickets are going for in Milwaukee. Use our code for 10% off your ne...

Future Chicago White Sox owner/steward Justin Ishbia spoke publicly for the first time since The Railyards renderings were released. Sox Machine's Josh Nelson attended and shared additional insight into Ishbia's comments and which South Loop properties he's purchasing. Also: Latest Amtrak updates, as there's a big question about Lot G at Rate Field According to the Chicago Sun-Times, the White Sox...

Summary: Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz hosts his end-of-season press conference. He outlines his thoughts on the 2026 season, how the team will approach the offseason, why pitching and outfield are top free-agent targets, and the progress of Munetaka Murakami. Chase Meidroth is a Gold Glove finalist at second base. MLB Trade Rumors: arbitration projections and White Sox free agents...

Now that the 2026 season is over, the Sox Machine crew recaps how the postseason ended. What lessons can we learn from this season? Favorite moments of 2026 and White Sox postseason awards. Ready to save time and win more jobs? For a limited time only, our listeners get 50% OFF their first 3 months at HousecallPro.com/FOUL #ad Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me...

There will be a Game 5 as the Chicago White Sox pitching staff collapses in the 6th inning as they lose 9-5 to the Guardians. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*:  https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERR... Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal Support the show: https://soxmachine.com/products See omnys...

The Cleveland Guardians ran away with Game 3, keeping their season alive with a 9-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox. Postgame show streaming from Chicago’s Ramova Theatre Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERR... Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Visit the Foul Territory Store at FoulTerritoryShop.com to pick up...

Chicago White Sox come back to win 4-3 against the Cleveland Guardians in Game 2 of the ALDS. They are one win away from reaching the ALCS. Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount New White Sox shirts available in the Foul Territory Store. Visit foulterritoryshop.com Presented by Ankin Law...

The Sox Machine ALDS Game 1 Postgame show is streaming live from the Ramova Theater. Recapping the Chicago White Sox, 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at https://FOXOne.com Presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal Support the show: https://soxmachine.com/products See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary: The American League Division Series begins on October 3rd between division rivals, the Chicago White Sox and Cleveland Guardians. The matchup was very even during the 2026 regular season. How will these two teams stack up in a best-of-five series? Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at FOXOne.com Foul Territory has new White Sox shirts in stock! Sam Antonacci, Munetaka Murakami, Tri...

Summary: After a four-run first inning and Chase Meidroth's backbreaking three-run homer in the sixth inning, the Chicago White Sox win Game 2, 7-3. Now they advance to the American League Division Series to face their division rival, Cleveland. Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at FOXOne.com New White Sox shirts available at foulterritoryshop.com Presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made P...

Summary: ABC 7 Sports Reporter/Anchor Marshall Harris joins the show to recap the Chicago White Sox's 6-3 Game 1 victory over the Houston Astros in the 2026 American League Wild Card. How the White Sox young players were the story, the impressive pitching performances from Hagen Smith and Grant Taylor, and how manager Will Venable fared in his first playoff game. Use our code for 10% off your next...

Summary: The Chicago White Sox finish the 2026 season at 84-78 and now prepare for their Wild Card matchup against Houston. Josh Nelson and Jim Margalus share their thoughts on how the 2026 regular season went. Why it was the best kind of surprise, why there could be some regret about not winning the division, and why no White Sox fan can take for granted what this season has provided. Then, in th...

Summary: So the livestream didn't work. Here's the recorded version of Sox Machine Live as the Chicago White Sox won, 6-1 on Friday night. Munetaka Murakami hit two home runs and is heating up at the right time for the White Sox to make some noise this postseason. Sean Burke is also back on track after another successful start. Start your FOX One 3-day Free trial today at  https://FOXOne.com...

Summary: After beating the Kansas City Royals, 9-1, the Chicago White Sox have clinched a postseason berth. The offense looks on track; David Sandlin was huge in his start, and now the team can focus on shaping the roster for playoff games. But they can still win the AL Central. How will they approach this weekend's series against Colorado? Rundown: [0:00] The 2026 Chicago White Sox are heading to...

Summary: The Chicago White Sox offense broke out against Kansas City, scoring 14 runs in their victory. While the offense deserves praise for its recent 8-game run, pitching was still poor, as Trevor Richards and Luis Castillo stumbled in the late innings. Regardless, with how the American League has played, a win on Wednesday paired with a Texas Rangers loss clinches a postseason spot for the Whi...

Summary: After suffering their worst loss of the season, the Chicago White Sox win on Saturday and Sunday to clinch another series win over Detroit. Miguel Vargas was a key catalyst, and he continues his superb 2026 season. Rundown [0:00] Chicago White Sox win the series against Detroit as Josh and Jim share their reactions from the weekend's games.  [9:40] Miguel Vargas is having a special s...

Summary: Because of the weather, the White Sox push their Saturday game time up by 5 hours. This edition of Sox Machine Live is a pregame show, as Josh Nelson recaps last night's worst loss of 2026. Despite being up 8-2, the White Sox pitchers couldn’t hold the lead. With 8 games remaining, does the bullpen have enough gas to finish the job? Presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal...

Summary: Munetaka Murakami hit a 3-run homer to power the White Sox to a 3-1 victory over Detroit. The pitching plan worked as Erick Fedde pitched 4.2 innings, and Grant Taylor got the key double play to earn a multi-inning save. Use our code for 10% off your next order of MLB tickets on SeatGeek*: seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TERRITORY10 Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Pr...

Summary: The Chicago White Sox lose their series at Cleveland and fall to second place. They are also the current 6th seed, one game ahead of the Texas Rangers. For a team in a comfortable position at the start of the month, the White Sox are feeling the heat with 10 games remaining. Rundown [0:00] Reactions to the Chicago White Sox series loss at Cleveland [11:15] Tommy Pham's elevator pitch [17:...

Summary: Brayan Rocchio has his second walk-off hit against Grant Taylor as the Guardians win, 7-6. Josh Nelson and Courtney Finnicum recap the game. Why the opener didn't work. Why Munetaka Murakami really needs a day. Despite the result, there were positives, including another big inning in the 6th. Fox One Sports Topic: Will 83 wins be enough to make the American League Postseason? To get your...