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Tonight: Ivan Nova vs. Homer Bailey MiLB: Nick Madrigal makes a great first impression in Birmingham Around MLB: Dallas Keuchel signs with Atlanta, Peter Lambert beats the Cubs in his first MLB Start, and Max Kepler hits 3 HRs vs. Cleveland.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

After the White Sox lost both games to the Nationals, Josh and Jim breakdown two key decisions from manager Rick Renteria. One, did you leave Reynaldo Lopez in too long? Second, what was the point of trying to sacrifice bunt Tim Anderson to second base?  Can Renteria get out of these bad habits of still trying to focus more on player development than winning at any cost?    Plus, a preview of the...

Good morning. Here's what's in your Wake-Up Call:  LAST NIGHT: Reynaldo López wastes a big early lead for a third straight start in a loss to the Nationals. TODAY: Dylan Covey faces old an old AL Central foe in Anibal Sánchez, and Jose Abreu is licking his chops. THE DRAFT: The White Sox open the second round with prep picks, officially sealing a change in strategy. ON THE FARM: Dylan Cease toughs...

2019 MLB Draft Show with Josh Nelson, Jimmy Osborn, James Fox, and Brian Bilek 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.

The Rundown: Josh and Jim are feeling the good vibes after this 6-1 homestand, and pondering how long this good play can last?  [31:30] Our guest is Eric Longenhagen of FanGraphs sharing the latest rumors tied to the White Sox first round pick and drops some names to keep an eye on for the second round.  Plus, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox including who should the White Sox draft in the fir...

The Rundown:  Last night: White Sox won 10-4 thanks to homers from Yonder Alonso and Jose Abreu Tonight: Trevor Bauer vs. Dylan Covey MiLB: Gavin Sheets hits a grand slam and Nick Madrigal continues his offensive surge MLB: Rockies and Diamondbacks play a wild game in Denver, and the Rays smack the Twins 14-3.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simpleca...

After the game, Tim Anderson calls the rivalry "Forever beef" will this bad blood between the White Sox and Royals continue for 2019 after Anderson being hit in the head?  Plus, Rick Renteria pulling a "Robin Ventura" with Reynaldo Lopez, Lucas Giolito being terrific again, Leury Garcia's hitting ways, and a preview of this weekend's series against Cleveland.  Presented by SeatGeek Learn more abou...

Good morning. Here's what's in your Wake-Up Call: YESTERDAY: The desperate attempt to complete the White Sox-Royals Memorial Day game failed. TODAY: They'll resume the suspended game followed by the second game of the series in full. Tim Anderson's nemesis starts that one. ON THE FARM: Charlotte got shellacked, but the Dash and Intimidators won. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Twins' winning streak is halt...

Josh and Jim recap the White Sox series in Minnesota as problems with outfield defense, struggling offense, and the debut of Seby Zavala were the main takeaways.  This upcoming week starts a seven-game homestand as the Kansas City Royals visit first meaning that Brad Keller returns. Will we see more drama between Keller and Tim Anderson?  Also the week in review down in the minors and answer your...

The Rundown The White Sox split the four-game series with Houston thanks to Eloy Jimenez power, the bullpen stepping up, and Lucas Giolito’s outstanding performance.  Preview the upcoming series as the White Sox travel to Minnesota and once again face the best team in baseball as the Twins offense is on a frenzied pace. Can the White Sox pitching staff step up and meet the challenge as they did in...

Here's the rundown: RECAP: The Sox win a legitimately fun battle with the Astros behind Charlie Tilson and great defense. PREVIEW: Lucas Giolito tries to stay hot in the series finale MINORS: A pair of Luises lead the Barons to victory MLB NEWS: Giancarlo Stanton is back on the DL, but the Yankees keep crushing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplec...

Here's the rundown: RECAP: The offense fails the bullpen, as the Sox lose to the Astros. PREVIEW: Justin Verlander presents a sturdy opponent in tonight's game. MINORS: Nick Madrigal works his way past a slump. MLB NEWS: Yoenis Cespedes is likely out for the season after an accident on his ranch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz...

Last night: Justin Verlander strikes out 12 as Jose Abreu's home run is the lone hit in a 5-1 loss.  Tonight: Ivan Nova vs. Gerrit Cole MiLB: Jordan Guerrero has a good outing, Steele Walker and Matt Skole hit home runs, and Kannapolis allows eight runs in a single inning MLB: Todd Frazier and Adam Eaton continue to chirp at each other while the Mets walk-off the Nats. Learn more about your ad cho...

Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline One of our best friends of the show, Jim Callis stops by to discuss the new Top 100 prospect rankings on MLBPipeline.com, the injuries and struggles impacting the White Sox farm system, and a preview of the 2019 MLB Draft on why the Sox could select CJ Abrams. Josh and Jim discuss Lucas Giolito’s offseason adjustment came from working with his old high school coach,...

The Rundown: MLB: White Sox win, 4-2 Tonight: Aaron Sanchez vs. Ivan Nova MiLB: Nick Madrigal and Luis Robert hit homers.  MLB: Christian Yelich hits two more homers and is on pace to hit 63 homers in 2019 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 f...

White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 16, 2019 Today: Marcus Stroman vs. Dylan Covey MiLB: Eloy Jimenez was 1-for-2, Luis Robert had two extra base hits, and the Dash were shutout. Around MLB: Gleyber Torres hits three home runs in a doubleheader, Tommy La Stella now has 11 home runs in 2019, and Austin Riley hits a home run in his MLB debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Recorded: 5/14/2019 Josh and Jim review the White Sox latest injuries to Carlos Rodon, Nate Jones, and Micker Adolfo. Can the front office count on these three players to help turn the rebuilding efforts to contenders?  With many injuries on the pitching front, Rick Hahn states that they may need to find outside solutions. What do those solutions look like? Plus, a preview of the weekend series ag...

Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: LAST NIGHT: Rick Hahn announced three season-ending elbow injuries before the White Sox beat Cleveland 5-2. TODAY: It's Manny Bañuelos-Carlos Carrasco II as the Sox head into the only off day of the month. ON THE FARM: Luis Robert hits his first Double-A homer, and Steele Walker his first at Winston-Salem. AROUND THE LEAGUE: Shohei Ohtani...

Josh and Jim breakdown James McCann’s hot start to 2019. Is this a repeat of Avisail Garcia’s 2017 season? Extreme BABIP luck leads to an All-Star appearance? If so, is McCann now the primary catcher while Welington Castillo becomes the backup? And does McCann have a long-term future with the White Sox? We also discuss Charlie Tilson’s staying power, Lucas Giolito’s balanced pitch mix, preview the...

Recorded: 5-9-2019 Lucas Giolito was great in his last start against Cleveland. What has been working for him, and more importantly, is it sustainable? Fans have voiced their concerns about Rick Renteria's lineup configurations. Is it too soon to complain while the team is still piecing together regulars? Preview the White Sox and Blue Jays series as we get our first look at Vlad Jr. in action Plu...

Yesterday: Jose Ramirez hit a walk-off home run as the White Sox lose, 5-3.  Today: Manny Banuelos vs. Carlos Carrasco  Minors: Winston-Salem completes a crazy comeback  MLB: Chris Sale strikes out 14, Yelich hits another home run, and the Nationals are 14-22. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for info...

Last Night: White Sox win 2-0 making it three straight wins over the Cleveland Indians as Lucas Giolito was terrific.  Tonight: Reynaldo Lopez vs. Shane Bieber Minors: Danny Mendick and Daniel Palka hit dingers, Birmingham blew a late lead, and Nick Madrigal had a multi-hit game.  MLB: Minnesota improves to 22-12, and Melky Cabrera is off to a good start with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Learn more abo...

*LAST NIGHT: Iván Nova and the White Sox routed Trevor Bauer in the Indians. Yes, that is in the correct order. Also, two of three injury updates are bad. *TONIGHT: It's Lucas Giolito vs. Jefry Rodriguez in a series that suddenly looks more favorable. *ON THE FARM: Pitching rules the day when half the affiliates were off. *AROUND THE LEAGUE: Minnesota expands its lead, CC approaches win No. 250, a...

Guest: James Fegan, The Athletic Our guest, James Fegan, joins the show to share the latest from the White Sox clubhouse which includes injury news for Carlos Rodon, Jon Jay, and Eloy Jimenez. Josh and Jim look at the bleak outlook for the White Sox pitching staff. How long can they manage this “Charlotte Shuffle” of pitchers from AAA to the majors? What’s the long-term impact of Rodon’s injury? W...

Last Night: White Sox won, 6-4, thanks to Nicky Delmonico's walk-off three-run homer.  Tonight: Chris Sale vs. Reynaldo Lopez Minors: Zack Collins hit another home run, and Luis Robert is still searching for his first AA hit.  MLB: The Minnesota Twins have the best record in MLB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm....