The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Rick Hahn on last season, roster moves and optimism for 2023

26 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien sits down with GM Rick Hahn for an in-depth conversation at spring training, Why is Rick more excited about this season than he has in ...

What the oddsmakers are saying about the White Sox

23 Mar 2023

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What's it like being an underdog? The White Sox might be that in 2023. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey look at the preseason odds for the White Sox to...

Producer of ’Last Comiskey’ brings Comiskey Park back to life

22 Mar 2023

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Chuck Garfien speaks with Matt Flesch, the producer of "Last Comiskey," a new 3-part documentary about the White Sox former home at old Comiskey Park....

Who’s going to make the White Sox Opening Day roster?

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the regular season getting closer, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey take a closer look at the White Sox roster and tell you who they think will ma...

Oscar Colas and his burning desire to win

15 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Oscar Colas can hit, but he tells Chuck Garfien how much he really wants to win. Colas talks about his hunger to win and tells the story about how he ...

How to make baseball even better with White Sox pitcher Joe Kelly

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The pitch clock, larger bases and infield shift limits are bringing massive change to the game of baseball this season. But can more be done to impro...

Jason Benetti and Steve Stone!

13 Mar 2023

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Chuck Garfien goes into the broadcast booth before a spring training game to speak with the White Sox TV team of Jason Benetti and Steve Stone. In a w...

Davis Martin on his breakout season and who’s the next Davis Martin?

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Davis Martin about his breakout season last year and how he wants to take his career to the next level thi...

What the Guardians are saying about the White Sox

08 Mar 2023

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Chuck Garfien goes into enemy territory to speak with the Cleveland Guardians about their rivals in Chicago and why they won the AL Central last seaso...

Everything that Hanser Alberto can bring to the White Sox

07 Mar 2023

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Before spring training, Chuck Garfien told us to keep an eye out for Hanser Alberto. Now we understand. Alberto has been one of the White Sox best h...

Salvador Perez thinks Pedro Grifol will be ’one of the best managers in the game’

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien goes to Kansas City Royals camp to speak with catcher Salvador Perez about new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol. Perez talks about what h...

What White Sox players are saying about the new rules in MLB

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The new rules in MLB are some of the biggest changes made to the game in decades. There's a pitch clock, larger bases, a limit on infield shifts, and ...

Why Elvis Andrus believes in the 2023 White Sox

01 Mar 2023

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If you have doubts about the White Sox this season, you'll want to hear what Elvis Andrus says to Chuck Garfien on this edition of the podcast. Elvis ...

Michael Kopech’s desire to reach his full potential

28 Feb 2023

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Chuck Garfien looks back and forward with White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech. They talk about what he's learned so far in his major league career, the b...

Inside Pedro Grifol’s first spring training with the White Sox

27 Feb 2023

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Chuck Garfien sits down with Pedro Grifol to talk about his first days as White Sox manager at spring training. They discuss the importance of fundam...

Lucas Giolito: ’I’m going to give it my all’ in 2023

24 Feb 2023

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Chuck Garfien sits down with Lucas Giolito at White Sox spring training to talk about his struggles last season, plus the changes he's made for this s...

Andrew Vaughn on replacing Jose Abreu: ’I just got to be me’

23 Feb 2023

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Chuck Garfien speaks with Andrew Vaughn about taking over at first base for Jose Abreu, why he feels at home at first base, how his body wore down pla...

Real talk with Tim Anderson

22 Feb 2023

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Tim Anderson is back on the podcast for a candid, behind-the-curtain conversation with Chuck Garfien about the struggles of last season and how the cr...

Elvis Andrus is back in the building!

21 Feb 2023

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On the day the White Sox full squad reported to spring training, they welcomed Elvis Andrus back to the team. Chuck Garfien also welcomed Ryan McGuffe...

Lance Lynn speaks the truth about 2022, the season ahead

20 Feb 2023

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If there is a White Sox player who can best verbalize the feelings inside the White Sox clubhouse, it's Lance Lynn. Chuck Garfien sits down with the v...

Garrett Crochet is “really close to feeling like myself again”

18 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

White Sox reliever Garrett Crochet speaks with Chuck Garfien about coming back from Tommy John surgery, how close he is to competing again, and his ho...

Dylan Cease looks back at 2022 and what’s in store for 2023

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease at spring training to talk about his breakout season in 2022. They discuss how he turned hi...

White Sox spring training begins, Mike Clevinger speaks

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On the day pitchers and catchers reported to spring training, the big story was new White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger who spoke with the media for the ...

White Sox fans take over the podcast: Spring Training edition (Part 2)

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training on Wednesday, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey answer your most pressing questions about the Wh...

White Sox fans take over the podcast: Spring Training edition (Part 1)

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What's it like being a White Sox fan right now? Chuck and Guff answered questions about fan frustrations, the team's underperformance last season, the...

Offseason grades for every team in the AL Central

07 Feb 2023

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With spring training about to begin, Chuck and Guff look back at all of the big moves made in the AL Central this offseason and assign grades for each...

What if Andrew Vaughn becomes the White Sox next great first baseman?

02 Feb 2023

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Following in the footsteps of Frank Thomas, Paul Konerko and Jose Abreu, does Andrew Vaughn have what it takes to become the next great White Sox firs...

Is a breakout season coming for Michael Kopech?

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If you're looking for a breakout candidate in 2023, this could be the year for Michael Kopech. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about his up-and-...

Sorting through the Mike Clevinger MLB investigation

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With new White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger facing allegations of domestic violence and child abuse, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss the investi...

Eloy Jiménez on playing the outfield and finding leadership

24 Jan 2023

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If you've penciled in Oscar Colas as the White Sox starting right fielder next season, Eloy Jiménez has different ideas. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuf...

White Sox what-if’s for the 2023 season

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are thinking big on the podcast with a collection of what-if possibilities for the White Sox in 2023. They discuss Ti...

The day the Beatles played Comiskey Park

17 Jan 2023

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On August 20, 1965, the Beatles hit Chicago like a massive tidal wave when John, Paul, George and Ringo played two shows at Comiskey Park. Chuck Garf...

Why Joe Kelly is ‘pissed off’ about last season

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien has a candid conversation with White Sox pitcher Joe Kelly about the struggles of 2022 and the attitude he hopes the team will bring to ...

Former White Sox pitcher Scott Radinsky on Liam Hendriks and surviving cancer

09 Jan 2023

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Following the news that Liam Hendriks has been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Chuck Garfien speaks with former White Sox pitcher Scott Radin...

Why Chicago is Andrew Benintendi’s kind of town

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien sits down with new White Sox outfielder Andrew Benintendi. They talk about why the White Sox were the best fit for him, why he believes...

Who’s the biggest White Sox killer of all-time?

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Over the years, there have been certain players who have inflicted a special kind of pain on the White Sox. Everyone from Mike Trout, Eddie Murray a...

Early White Sox predictions for 2023

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck and Guff look into the future with a whole bunch of predictions for next season. They discuss Andrew Vaughn, Tim Anderson, Liam Hendriks, Oscar...

Holiday humor with comedian Pat McGann!

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Need a good laugh during the holidays? We’ve brought in a ringer! Chuck and Guff get together with Chicago comedian and diehard White Sox fan Pat Mc...

Is Liam Hendriks going to be traded??

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The rumor mill is churning this holiday season with buzz that teams are interested in acquiring closer Liam Hendriks. Would the White Sox trade Hendr...

The must-listen Yasmani Grandal interview

20 Dec 2022

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After experiencing a nightmare season in 2022, White Sox catcher Yasmani Grandal is doing everything in his power to make sure it doesn't happen again...

Emergency pod: White Sox sign Andrew Freakin’ Benintendi!

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's an early and surprising Christmas present for the White Sox. 2022 All-Star Andrew Benintendi is coming to the South Side! Chuck Garfien and Ryan ...

Why Scott Podsednik thinks stolen bases could be coming back in a big way

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former White Sox speedster Scott Podsednik is licking his chops at the new rules coming to MLB next season. Chuck Garfien speaks with the 2005 World ...

The free agents we’d sign right now

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There’s no budget here on the podcast. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey give you the free agents they’d sign for the White Sox right now. Will they...

Nelson Cruz on the White Sox: ”I would love to play for them”

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From White Sox killer to White Sox player? Chuck Garfien speaks with 7-time All-Star and free agent Nelson Cruz about his interest in playing for the...

White Sox Winter Meetings envy

07 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the White Sox not pursuing big free agents at the Winter Meetings, there's definitely a lot of frustration being felt by White Sox fans. Chuck Ga...

Is a big trade coming for the White Sox?

06 Dec 2022

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On Day 1 of the Winter Meetings, general manager Rick Hahn said the White Sox are open to making a blockbuster trade this offseason. Who would they tr...

Why Mike Clevinger signed with the White Sox and why he wants revenge against Cleveland

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien speaks with pitcher Mike Clevinger in a candid conversation about his recent injury troubles, his decision to sign with the White Sox, w...

Talking White Sox pitching with the Pitching Ninja Rob Friedman

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Time for an appreciation for White Sox pitching with the Pitching Ninja Rob Friedman. A pitching analyst/influencer for MLB, ESPN and Peacock TV, Ro...

Steve Stone on the White Sox and his Forrest Gump broadcasting career

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Steve Stone is back on the podcast to talk about his legendary broadcasting career, which could get him into the Hall of Fame when the Ford Frick Awar...

José Abreu signs with the Astros, Mike Clevinger coming to the White Sox

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

White Sox fans are feeling the burn of the Hot Stove with José Abreu signing with the Astros. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about losing Abreu...

White Sox fans take over the podcast: Part Two!

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We received so many questions from White Sox fans, we had to make two podcasts! Among the topics in Part Two, Chuck and Guff are asked about a White ...

White Sox fans take over the podcast: Part One!

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Since it's Thanksgiving week, we're giving White Sox fans control of the podcast. You asked the questions. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are here fo...

Is Oscar Colas ready for the major leagues?

17 Nov 2022

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GM Rick Hahn isn’t ruling out the possibility of Oscar Colas being the White Sox starting right fielder in 2023. Is he ready for the big leagues af...

Our White Sox offseason predictions! (with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers)

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time to take out our crystal baseballs and look into the White Sox future! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are joined by ESPN's Jesse Rogers to ...

We play ’Let’s Make a Deal’ with MLB Network’s Jon Morosi

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Rick Hahn saying that the White Sox might be more active in the trade market than free agency this offseason, MLB Network's Jon Morosi came on th...

Eric Hosmer says Pedro Grifol will thrive as White Sox manager

09 Nov 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with former Kansas City Royals All-Star Eric Hosmer who talks about why the White Sox made the right decision to make Pedro Grifo...

The inside scoop on the White Sox pitching staff with Ethan Katz

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien speaks with Ethan Katz about returning next season as White Sox pitching coach and his impressions of new manager Pedro Grifol. After th...

Interview with new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol

03 Nov 2022

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After holding his introductory press conference, new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol came on the podcast to speak with Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey ...

Who the White Sox are getting in new manager Pedro Grifol

02 Nov 2022

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Well, this was a surprise. The White Sox are hiring Pedro Grifol to be their next manager. Who is he? What does he stand for? What will he bring to th...

Inside the White Sox manager search with The Athletic’s James Fegan

01 Nov 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox beat writer James Fegan of The Athletic about what’s going on with the White Sox managerial search. What’s th...

The Bobby Jenks/Toby Hall podcast you didn’t see coming

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Former White Sox teammates Bobby Jenks and Toby Hall are quickly making names for themselves in the baseball coaching ranks. In their first season tog...

How were we (and everybody) so wrong about the 2022 White Sox?

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Picked by many to win the division and contend for a World Series, the White Sox came up way short in 2022. Why did the season go backward? Chuck Gar...

Mike Veeck on Disco Demolition, baseball’s future and more

20 Oct 2022

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Chuck Garfien sits down with baseball visionary Mike Veeck, son of former White Sox owner Bill Veeck to talk about the game’s past, present and futu...

Has José Abreu played his final game with the White Sox?

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the greatest hitters in White Sox history could be wearing a different uniform next season. Is this a done deal? What would it take for the Whi...

Why Willie Harris is ready to be a major league manager

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Willie Harris might be the third base coach for the Cubs, but after scoring the game-winning run in Game 4 of the 2005 World Series, the White Sox are...

Who will be the White Sox next manager?

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With potential candidates starting to emerge for the White Sox managerial job, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey go over the top names, discussing every...

Lance Lynn on leadership, lost swagger, and the hunger to win next season

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With the 2022 season in the books, Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Lance Lynn to talk about what he learned about the team this season,...

Rick Hahn on 2022, the next manager, Jose Abreu, possibly breaking up the core

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On the day that Tony La Russa announced that he is leaving the White Sox due to health reasons, GM Rick Hahn addressed many pressing topics in his sea...

Tony La Russa to retire as manager / Reaction from Ozzie Guillen and Bob Nightengale

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Chuck Garfien and Ozzie Guillen react to the breaking news that Tony La Russa is expected to retire as White Sox manager. They discuss the job Tony d...

Why the White Sox ‘crumbled’ in 2022

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Instead of the Guardians crumbling in September like Elvis Andrus predicted, it was the White Sox who crumbled away the 2022 season. Chuck Garfien an...

Davis Martin’s unexpected journey to the majors

27 Sep 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with pitcher Davis Martin who has been one of the White Sox biggest surprises this season. Martin talks about the advice he rece...

The Guardians have shown why they’re going to win the AL Central

22 Sep 2022

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The White Sox needed a sweep to stay in the AL Central race, but the Guardians came to town and showed them who's boss. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffe...

Why the White Sox will sweep the Guardians and why they won’t

20 Sep 2022

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It's THE series of the season for the White Sox. Three games at home against the Guardians. Chuck Garfien explains why the White Sox will get a much-...

Why the four games against the Guardians are the biggest of the season

15 Sep 2022

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It’s must-win time for the White Sox, especially against the first place Guardians. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about the four pivotal game...

Will Tony La Russa return as manager in 2022?

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Tony La Russa still not cleared by doctors to return to the dugout because of a heart ailment, will he be back this season? Chuck Garfien and Rya...

After all of this, who will win the AL Central??

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With four weeks left in the regular season, who is going to end up winning the division?! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey break down the chances for t...

Why Dylan Cease can win the Cy Young Award

06 Sep 2022

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With one month left in the season, Justin Verlander might still be the favorite to win the Cy Young Award, but Dylan Cease is coming on strong! Chuck ...

Gavin Sheets: “We’ve got to find a way”

01 Sep 2022

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Chuck Garfien has a candid conversation with outfielder Gavin Sheets about the White Sox challenging season, not meeting expectations, and what they n...

The White Sox injury problem with Scott Podsednik (and special guest Joe Crede)

30 Aug 2022

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For the second year in a row, the White Sox have been decimated by injuries. Why can’t they stay healthy? Chuck Garfien has a candid conversation ...

Inside the life and career of ”The Sodfather” Roger Bossard

25 Aug 2022

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Chuck Garfien gets together with Roger Bossard for a riveting conversation with the longest-tenured groundskeeper in major league history. Roger talk...

Kopech hurt, too many singles, and why Cueto is the White Sox MVP

23 Aug 2022

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After a rough loss in Kansas City, Chuck and Guff discuss another injury to a key White Sox player. This time it's Michael Kopech. Did the White Sox t...

Is it time to believe again in the White Sox?

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After sweeping the Tigers and winning dramatic games against the Astros, the White Sox are looking like the team many expected in 2022. They’re back...

Lucas Giolito on Cease, Cueto and the fight needed to win the division

16 Aug 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with Lucas Giolito about the White Sox struggles this season and Johnny Cueto’s comments that the White Sox need to show more f...

Ozzie Guillen on TA’s injury and where White Sox go from here

10 Aug 2022

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With Tim Anderson out approximately six weeks with a torn ligament in his left middle finger, how do the White Sox overcome such a big injury? Chuck G...

BTN’s Dave Revsine on being a White Sox fan in 2022

09 Aug 2022

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When he’s not hosting shows for the Big Ten Network, Dave Revsine is living and dying with the White Sox. Chuck Garfien speaks with Dave about how h...

What it will take for the White Sox to win the division

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Make sure to watch this episode on our YouTube page by clicking HERE! With the White Sox only adding reliever Jake Diekman before the trade deadline, ...

Why didn’t the White Sox make any trades at the deadline?

03 Aug 2022

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The trade deadline came and went, and the only addition the White Sox made was acquiring left-handed reliever Jake Diekman from the Red Sox. Why didn’...

What would it take for the White Sox to acquire Juan Soto?

28 Jul 2022

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You can watch this episode live from our new podcast studio by clicking HERE. Make sure to subscribe to the NBC Sports Chicago YouTube page so you won...

Top trade targets for the White Sox

26 Jul 2022

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You can watch this episode HERE on YouTube as we debut our NEW PODCAST STUDIO! Make sure to subscribe to the NBCS Chicago page so you never miss an ep...

Ask Ozzie Guillen anything!

20 Jul 2022

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Ozzie Guillen answers questions from White Sox fans. Topics range from Tony La Russa, managing in the future, Eloy Jimenez, Leury Garcia, the 2005 Wor...

White Sox win big statement series in Minnesota

18 Jul 2022

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The White Sox closed the first half of the season by sending a message to the first place Twins, taking 3 of 4 in Minnesota with two big blowout victo...

Bold White Sox predictions for the second half

14 Jul 2022

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With the All-Star break coming next week, Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince to look into the future and see what will happen in...

Why it’s time for the White Sox to prove it against the Guardians and Twins

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a big week for the White Sox. Back-to-back four-game series at Cleveland and Minnesota. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss what’s at sta...

Eloy Jimenez returns and so do the HRs...we hope

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eloy's back. What about the White Sox? On the verge of getting swept by the first place Twins, Eloy Jimenez returned to the lineup and helped lead the...

The White Sox BIG series against the Twins

04 Jul 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with Dan Hayes who covers the Twins for the Athletic about this huge series between the White Sox and Twins on the South Side. Ar...

How Josh Harrison broke out of his slump

30 Jun 2022

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After a rough two months at the plate to open the season, Josh Harrison has been on fire in June. He speaks with Chuck Garfien about how he broke out ...

Will the White Sox turn their season around?

28 Jun 2022

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Over two months into the season, the White Sox are under .500, not resembling the team that many thought would win the AL Central. Chuck Garfien and R...

Andrew Vaughn talks about hitting and his breakout season

23 Jun 2022

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Chuck Garfien sits down with Andrew Vaughn to discuss the ins and outs of his approach at the plate, why this year is different from last year, what i...

Why Lenyn Sosa is a red-hot White Sox prospect to watch

21 Jun 2022

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Infielder Lenyn Sosa is turning heads in Double-A this season, quickly becoming one of the best players in the Southern League at the age of 22. Chuck...

Ozzie Guillen’s stories about Freddy Garcia that make him a 2005 World Series legend

16 Jun 2022

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If there's one player on the 2005 White Sox who hasn't been given enough credit, it's Freddy Garcia. Ozzie Guillen speaks with Chuck Garfien about wha...