The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

As the White Sox build their roster ahead of the 2021 season, they are reportedly interested in adding a free-agent closer, connected to Liam Hendriks, Brad Hand, and Alex Colomé in various rumors. Will Hendriks, the best ninth-inning man of the bunch, end up on the South Side? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber discuss the rumors involving Hendriks and the White Sox and what it might...

Last year the White Sox made the playoffs, but this year the team has a bigger goal in mind. Chuck Garfien discusses the feeling around the 2021 White Sox with starting pitcher Dylan Cease, who feels really good about the upcoming season. Cease shares his disappointment with his 2020 campaign, his feelings about new pitching coach Ethan Katz and his goal of following the road map of White Sox ace...

It's the 500th episode of the White Sox Talk Podcast and we couldn't have done it without you! The entire White Sox Talk crew of host Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, Chris Kamka, Vinnie Duber and Adam Hoge are all aboard to answer questions from White Sox fans, they replay some of the greatest moments from the first 500 episodes, and are joined by a surprise White Sox fan from across the globe. So s...

The White Sox are adding a top-ranked international prospect to their farm system with the signing of Yoelqui Céspedes. And that might not be all, as they could have interest in Oscar Colas, a "Shohei Ohtani-esque" two-way player. To discuss how the White Sox landed Céspedes and break down what fans should expect should they sign Colas, Chuck Garfien brings in Baseball America senior editor Ben Ba...

In this edition of Distant Replay, where the crew looks back at a classic White Sox game, Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka discuss the Bo Jackson game on September 27, 1993. It was the night when Jackson hit a towering 3-run homer to clinch the AL West Division title against the Seattle Mariners. The crew is joined by former White Sox pitcher Kirk McCaskill who recorded the last four o...

Former White Sox pitcher Jim Abbott has one of the most unique stories in baseball history. Born without a right hand, Jim played and excelled in the major leagues, even throwing a no-hitter. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Jim to discuss his life and career including his no-hitter in Yankee Stadium, his incredible comeback with the White Sox in 1998 and more. This is a story that will inspire you...

The White Sox have rounded out their already solid pitching rotation by adding star Lance Lynn to the rotation and new pitching coach Ethan Katz has the opportunity to form them into a championship group. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Katz to discuss his new role with the Sox and what he plans to bring to the team. The two discuss Kat's career, how he began working with pitchers, and what he see...

Chuck Garfien is joined by former White Sox executive Dan Evans as they go behind the scenes of some of the White Sox biggest signings and trades of the 1980s and 1990s. Evans discusses how he started as an intern with the White Sox and rose to an executive, providing insight into Tony La Russa’s first stint with the White Sox and what fans should expect in his second time around as manager. Evans...

Adam Eaton is officially back with the White Sox. In a surprising move, the man who brought Lucas Giolito and others to the South Side has come full circle with the goal of winning a World Series with his former team. Chuck Garfien talks with Eaton about why he wanted to return to the White Sox, if this is an opportunity to rewrite his legacy with the team and what he can bring to this young and t...

The White Sox traded for one of the best pitchers on the market in Lance Lynn, signaling to the baseball world that they have World Series aspirations in 2021. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey talk with the new White Sox pitcher, who shares his thoughts on the roster, describes what he can bring to the team, evaluated which pitcher will have the better beard between Dallas Keuchel and...

Fans have their reactions to the White Sox recent additions. And the players have their reactions, too. White Sox pitcher Dallas Keuchel joins Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber to discuss his new teammates, Lance Lynn and Adam Eaton. Keuchel talks about his respect for Lance Lynn and what the veteran right-hander brings to the rotation. He also describes his initial hesitancy when he h...

On Day 2 of the Winter Meetings, the White Sox made two significant moves, acquiring veteran starting pitcher Lance Lynn in a trade with the Texas Rangers and reuniting with right fielder Adam Eaton on a free-agent deal that earned mixed reviews from White Sox fans. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey discuss the moves and what impact these two players will have on the White Sox and thei...

The White Sox family lost a great player and person Monday, when 1972 American League MVP Dick Allen died at the age of 78. To honor and remember him, Chuck Garfien is joined by Hall of Famer, teammate and Allen's close friend Goose Gossage, who shares stories illustrating who Allen was as a baseball player and a man. (2:05) - What kind of player was Dick Allen? (5:22) - Gossage describes how far...

The virtual Winter Meetings are here, and the White Sox Talk Podcast will be on every day this week to keep fans up to date on the latest rumors involving the South Siders. To kick off the week, Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber discuss some of the big-name candidates that could fit the bill for the White Sox right-field vacancy, including George Springer and Joc Pederson. Also, the cr...

The 2020 Winter Meetings are going to be much different this year but GMs and executives across the league are still discussing trades like every other year, including your Chicago White Sox. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by former Executive of the Year and baseball insider for CBS Sports Jim Bowden as they discuss the rumors that the Sox are looking for another starting pitcher in the trading mark...

The MLB non-tender deadline has come and gone, with the White Sox non-tendering Carlos Rodón and Nomar Mazara. But other players who were non-tendered by their teams suddenly join the list of free-agent options for the White Sox. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey discuss the Rodón and Mazara moves and the players the White Sox could possibly pick up, including former Cubs outfielder Ky...

Hot stove season is here, and rumors involving some of the best players in the game are swirling. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber discuss why the White Sox should be in the running to acquire Tampa Bay Rays ace Blake Snell. The crew discusses how a deal could happen, what would the White Sox rotation look like if they did acquire him and what would it take to make the trade. (2:20)...

If the White Sox are looking to make an upgrade in right field, they might not have to look too far to find one. With rumors circulating about a potential breakup between Kris Bryant and the Cubs, should the White Sox look to bring Bryant to the South Side? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are joined by Cubs Talk Podcast host David Kaplan to discuss the chances the Cubs will let the former MVP move...

After two long years dealing with injuries and depression, Jake Burger is healthy and back in action. Chuck Garfien is joined by the White Sox former 1st round pick to discuss his journey to become a better version of himself, his breakthroughs in 2020 and earning a spot on the White Sox 40-man roster. (3:00) - How Burger is feeling today (9:00) - Why his struggles prepared him for the pandemic (1...

Mark Buehrle is without question one of the greatest White Sox players ever. But was he good enough to be elected into the Hall of Fame? Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB Network's Brian Kenny to discuss Buehrle's case for Cooperstown and what might keep him out. Chuck and Brian also discuss Tony La Russa and his fit with the White Sox. (2:44) - Mark Buehrle's Hall of Fame chances (7:40) - Buehrle's...

With Hot Stove season underway, it's time to dive into free agency. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber predict where 10 of the top free agents will wind up signing, including predictions for the White Sox free-agent haul. (3:00) - How many teams will be spending on free agents this year? (10:00) - José Quintana (13:09) - Jackie Bradley Jr. (15:05) - James McCann (18:02) - Michael Brantl...

White Sox first baseman José Abreu is the American League MVP after a career year during the 2020 season. Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka to break down Abreu's season and what lies ahead for the White Sox. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses the fan reaction to Tony La Russa's DUI charge and wonder how the players will receive La Russa when the 2021 season begins. (2:...

According to reports, new White Sox manager Tony La Russa was charged with a DUI one day before he was officially hired by the White Sox. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss and react to the news and what it might mean for the White Sox going forward. Later in the podcast, Chuck and Ryan are joined by USA Today's Bob Nightengale to discuss the charge and the details around it. (2:05) - How Whi...

Chuck Garfien speaks with legendary baseball writer Peter Gammons about what he saw from the White Sox in 2020, what they might do this offseason, what free agents will sign where and more. (3:45) - Are the White Sox ready to contend? (6:25) - Why Michael Brantley is a good fit with the White Sox (14:40) - Where will Trevor Bauer and George Springer sign? (22:05) - How teams might structure their...

Has James McCann played his final game with the White Sox? Chuck Garfien speaks with the free agent catcher about his status this offseason and if there's a chance he could sign with the White Sox, his thoughts on the firing of Rick Renteria, the hiring of Tony La Russa, his connection with Lucas Giolito and more. 02:45 - His status as a free agent and how the pandemic could affect his market 10:1...