Sox Machine

By: Blue Wire
  • Summary

  • The Sox Machine podcast covers Chicago White Sox news, interviews, analysis, and more. Hosted by Josh Nelson, Jim Margalus, and James Fegan. "We watch the Chicago White Sox so you don't have to!"
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Episodes
  • Meeting the new White Sox players
    Dec 27 2024
    Record Date: 12/26/2024 Rundown [Intro] Mike Tauchman explains why he signed with the White Sox and how being from Chicagoland area helped the decision-making. Also what his goals are for 2025 and how we wants to be a positive influence on the White Sox clubhouse. [12:15] Bryse Wilson signed with the White Sox in his attempt to establish himself as a starting pitcher after pitching the last two seasons with Milwaukee in mostly relief appearances. If the starting role sticks it's because of his cutter and changeup. [17:18] Matt Thaiss has been traded twice this offseason but is hoping that he's found a good landing spot with the White Sox. Citing his past working experiences with White Sox catching coach Drew Butera, Thaiss is eager getting to know the White Sox pitching staff as well as helping Kyle Teel and Edgar Quero with their development. [21:40] White Sox spent their Rule 5 pick on pitcher Shane Smith, who like Wilson, also wants to establish himself as a starting pitcher but is ready for whatever role the White Sox have for him. [24:48] Chase Meidroth will be part of the White Sox middle infield spring training competition. Meidroth provides insight on his plate approach which stems from his days at University of San Diego. [28:50] Kyle Teel loves the game of baseball and art of catching. He goes into detail of his learning experience game calling, one-knee catching stance, and ready to prove his worth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • Hello, Matt Thaiss and Bryse Wilson
    Dec 19 2024
    Record Date: 12/19/2024 Rundown [Intro] Appreciation of the work Herb Lawrence and Vinnie Duber put in at CHGO covering the White Sox in recent light of the company's layoffs. [12:40] Sports betting market has released 2025 MLB Futures Win total, and the Chicago White Sox are set at 49.5 wins. That would be the lowest projected win total ever, and the crew debates if the number is set right [24:31] Chicago White Sox trade for catcher Matt Thaiss. How does he fit on the roster, and does this buy more development time for Kyle Teel and Edgar Quero? With how Spring Training went last year for catchers, does it make sense for Chris Getz to find one more veteran catcher? [38:19] Chicago White Sox sign pitcher Bryse Wilson. Is the plan for Wilson to be a starting pitcher? Or, will Wilson replace Michael Soroka in the bullpen as a swingman? [48:43] James Fegan hypes up his upcoming interviews for Sox Machine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    59 mins
  • Garrett Crochet Trade Reaction
    Dec 13 2024
    Record Date: 12/12/2024 Rundown [Intro] Why the White Sox felt they had to make this particular deal for Garrett Crochet [5:23] Why this trade return for Crochet feels better than the Dylan Cease return [9:13] How did other pitchers becoming available in the trade market influence timing of deal? [13:42] Kyle Teel: How is the White Sox catcher situation looking now? Do the White Sox still need another catcher to start 2025 season? [22:16] Braden Montgomery: Is Montgomery the make or break prospect return for this trade to be considered a success? [29:43] Chase Meidroth: Another super utility infielder for Will Venable? [37:49] Projected White Sox starting pitcher rotation with Crochet now gone [41:33] What's next for the White Sox after Winter Meetings? [44:55] Our biggest takeaways MLB-wide after Winter Meetings: Why the local TV bubble is playing a huge factor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min

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