Sox Machine

Guest: Robert Murray, MLB Insider and Columnist - Fansided After trading for Lance Lynn and signing Adam Eaton, the Chicago White Sox still have moves to make this offseason. Who will be their next target? Joining the show is Fansided MLB Insider Robert Murray, who shares his insight on the current free agency market and why he thinks the Sox are serious contenders for Liam Hendriks.  Would Hendri...

Record date: 12/8/2020 Emergency podcast capturing thoughts about the Chicago White Sox trading for Lance Lynn and signing Adam Eaton.  - Why the White Sox continue their bad habits signing Eaton - Why the Lynn trade is a good idea and helps their chances of winning the AL Central Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

Josh and Jim recap the Chicago White Sox non-tendering Carlos Rodon and Nomar Mazara for the 2021 season. What went wrong for both leading to this decision, and who are some possible targets for the White Sox to fill in the right field gap?  Plus, they take a look at the 2021 coaching staff that features a mixture of old and new faces working with Tony La Russa.  Learn more about your ad choices....

Guest: Dan Szymborski, FanGraphs Josh and Dan discuss the 2021 Chicago White Sox ZiPS projections covering many topics: Why now would be a good time to sign Lucas Giolito to a contract extension (and what ZiPS thinks that deal could look like) How the White Sox should spend more on finding an RF solution than SP help How Covid impacts ZiPS projections What to expect from Luis Robert in Year 2 Lear...

It has been a pretty busy week for the Chicago White Sox. MLB announced Jose Abreu as the 2020 American League MVP, which was great news. The rumored hiring of Ethan Katz to be the next pitching coach is intriguing, and ESPN 1000 is the White Sox new radio home.  That alone is a busy week, but Tony La Russa’s pending DUI charge is an unnecessary distraction. Josh and Jim discuss it all on this edi...

Josh and Jim look at the 2020/21 Free Agency class picking out possible targets for the Chicago White Sox to sign. They also discuss how Leury Garcia could be used playing under Tony La Russa, updates to the coaching staff, and answer your questions in P.O. Sox.  This episode is dedicated to a long-time friend of Sox Machine, Jim Osborn.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

The Chicago White Sox made the bold move of hiring Tony La Russa as their new manager. This episode recaps the White Sox's thought process, why this is Jerry Reinsdorf's decision, and ponder what it means for the team's near future.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...

There have been great ideas flowing with the 2020/21 Sox Machine Offseason Plan Project, and in this episode, we invite some posters to share their ideas.  Plus, Laurence Holmes of 670 the Score stops by to share his thoughts on how the White Sox could attack this offseason. Instead of Tony La Russa, how about Bruce Bochy? And why Michael Brantley is one of his top targets for the White Sox to sig...

Josh and Jim kickoff the Sox Machine 2021 Offseason Plan Project. Breaking down the key decisions offseason architects will need to make, some ideas to consider constructing the roster, and how the uncertainty of the market could impact the White Sox budget.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for infor...

Josh and Jim recap the shocking news of Rick Renteria and Don Cooper's firings. They discuss why were they let go after a seemingly successful 2020 season, and who are the leading contenders to replace Renteria as a manager.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

Air Date: 10-6-2020 Josh joins Laurence Holmes on 670 the Score to recap the 2020 White Sox season. What was one thing that went well for the White Sox, and what is one thing they must improve upon next season? Plus, the progress of Lucas Giolito and Tim Anderson, and the odds James McCann comes back next season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simpl...

Stream Date: 10-1-2020 Josh, Jim, and Greg recap Game 3 loss for the Chicago White Sox. Recounting Rick Renteria's steps managing the pitching staff and the missed offensive opportunities. They also look ahead to the upcoming offseason where there is much uncertainty for Major League Baseball.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz co...

Air Date: 9-30-2020 Radio Station: 670 the Score Jim chats with Joe Ostrowski on 670 the Score to recap the White Sox loss in Game 2 and what to expect for Game 3.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stream Date: 9-30-2020 The Chicago White Sox lost Game 2 by a final score of 5-3. Dallas Keuchel got rocked in his worst start of the season, allowing two home runs, and Nick Madrigal made costly errors in the field and basepaths. Josh and Jim recap Game 2 and look ahead to Game 3's winner take all matchup.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast,...

Recording Date: 9/29/2020 Station: 670 the Score Josh and Joe recap Game 1 victory for the White Sox. Why it wasn't the wisest decision to have Luzardo face the lineup a second time, what to expect in Game 2, and their White Sox MLB Futures bets.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

Stream Date: 9/29/2020 The Chicago White Sox win Game 1 over the Oakland Athletics by a final score of 4-1. Lucas Giolito was terrific and was supported by home runs from Jose Abreu, Yasmani Grandal, and Adam Engel. Josh and Jim recap the action and ponder what adjustments manager Rick Renteria could make heading into Game 2.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Ho...

Josh and Jim recap the final weekend of the 2020 regular season. Unfortunately, the White Sox poor play continued as they lost eight of their last ten games. Still, there were some positive outcomes such as Luis Robert beginning to string hits together.  With the regular season over, it’s time to focus on the upcoming postseason, and the White Sox journey begins in Oakland. Can the Sox overtake th...

Stream Date: 09-24-2020 Josh and Jim recap a terrible road trip to the state of Ohio. After being swept by Cleveland, the White Sox have now lost their hold on the AL Central and now are at risk of finishing third in the division.  They breakdown Rick Renteria's failed decision-making in high leverage situations, White Sox bats going cold, and an attempt to be optimistic with the upcoming series a...

Last night : The Sox were walked off again, 3-2; the Twins won against Detroit to take the division lead. Today : The Sox and Cleveland play their series and season finale at 5:10 pm CT.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Good morning? I guess? Anyway, here's the rundown: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox were already frustrated before Jose Ramirez walked them off in a 5-3 10-inning loss. TONIGHT: It's Lucas Giolito against Shane Bieber, a pitcher the Sox against whom the Sox fare decently. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Twins narrow the gap, the Yankees are closing in, and the Dodgers and Braves clinch their divisions. Learn more...

Good morning. Here's the rundown: RECAP: Jose Ramirez leads Cleveland to a win in the opener. PREVIEW: Reynaldo Lopez stakes his claim for a playoff roster spot. MLB NEWS: The A's clinch the AL West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adv...

Guest: Mark Simon, Sports Info Solutions There were some good and bad happenings for the White Sox visiting Cincinnati this past weekend. Josh and Jim recap Tim Anderson’s big night, Dylan Cease struggled again, and the debut of Garrett Crochet.  The guest this week is Mark Simon from Sports Info Solutions. He stops by to discuss the White Sox defensive improvements in 2020 and who has the best ch...

Stream Date: 9/17/2020 The 2020 Chicago White Sox have done it! After winning three out of four games against the Minnesota Twins, the White Sox have clinched a postseason berth in 2020. Josh and Jim share how they feel about the event 12 years in the making, Jose Abreu's MVP moment, Eloy Jimenez coming in the clutch, and preview the upcoming series against Cincinnati.  Learn more about your ad ch...

Good morning, Sox fans! Here's the rundown for this morning's episode: Last night:  The Sox lost to the dastardly Twins, 5-1. Every run was scored by the home run, but Twins' pitching won the day. Around baseball:  The Yankees won big, Cleveland lost, and the White Sox are closing in on a guaranteed playoff berth. This afternoon:  The Sox and Twins square off for their final game of the season, 1:...

Good morning. Here's the rundown: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox won their sixth in a row, beating the Minnesota Twins 6-2 behind Dane Dunning's most impressive start to date. TONIGHT: Lucas Giolito has a chance to seal the series win against Jake Odorizzi, provided his good command returns. AROUND THE LEAGUE: MLB confirms its postseason format, the Indians suffer a heartbreaker, the Cardinals jaw at t...