The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
Episodes
The White Sox season in one word: _____.
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you explain the rough start to this White Sox season? We asked White Sox fans on Twitter to sum it up in one word. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuf...
How Jake Burger has become Mr. Clutch for the White Sox
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Since being called up from the minors, Jake Burger has provided a big spark to the White Sox offense thanks to his clutch hitting in the late innings....
Why the White Sox might be headed for a 1983 turnaround
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In June of 1983, the White Sox were under .500, struggling on offense (especially at catcher), and failing to meet expectations. Sound familiar? But...
White Sox fans take over the podcast: Panic edition!
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the team off to a disappointing start, it's time to hear from White Sox fans! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey tackle your biggest questions and c...
Tony La Russa, A.J. Pierzynski interviews and how the White Sox win without TA
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien and Ozzie Guillen sit down with Tony La Russa to talk about the White Sox slow start, their struggles on offense, playing with urgency a...
Rich King on Michael Jordan, Harry Caray and covering Chicago sports legends.
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with longtime Chicago sportscaster Rich King who saw it all during his 48-year broadcasting career. King shares inside stories ab...
Inside Yasmani Grandal’s confrontation with Josh Donaldson and more
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yasmani Grandal takes us behind the scenes what happened after Josh Donaldson called Tim Anderson "Jackie" during the Yankees series and Grandal confr...
Tim Anderson silences Josh Donaldson, the Yankees and their fans
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In front of a national TV audience, Tim Anderson slugged a clutch 3-run home run in the 8th inning at Yankee Stadium, leading the White Sox to a doubl...
White Sox early season panic meter
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been an up and down start to the season for the White Sox. Is it too early to panic? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss their biggest concer...
Vintage Johnny Cueto dominates in his White Sox debut
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny Cueto's White Sox debut was impressive to say the least, throwing six scoreless innings against the Royals with seven strikeouts. Chuck Garfien...
Should the White Sox be concerned about the first place Twins?
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A month into the season, the White Sox are looking up at Minnesota in the AL Central. Are the Twins for real? Will the White Sox end up beating them o...
How Matt Foster has turned his career around
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
White Sox reliever Matt Foster is having a huge comeback season in 2022. What's behind his sudden and explosive dominance? Chuck Garfien speaks with F...
White Sox sweep the Cubs at Wrigley
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's a greatest hits of the White Sox 2-game sweep of the Cubs. Chuck Garfien, Frank Thomas, and Ozzie Guillen interview Dylan Cease and Lucas Gioltio...
The best start of Dylan Cease’s career
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Facing one of the best offenses in baseball, Dylan Cease dominated Mike Trout and the Los Angeles Angels on the South Side, giving up just 1 run in 7 ...
The Andrew Vaughn Appreciation Podcast
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During a cold April for the White Sox offense, Andrew Vaughn is emerging as one of the team’s best hitters. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss ...
What the heck is happening with the White Sox?!
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After winning the first three series of the season, the White Sox went on the road and completely lost their way, losing every game on the trip! What...
How the pitch clock is dramatically reducing game times in the minor leagues
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The pitch clock being used in the minor leagues this season is dramatically changing the pace of games and reducing game times by an average of 20 min...
Early takeaways and freak out factors with MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This early in the baseball season, what’s really happening with the White Sox and the rest of the AL Central? Chuck Garfien speaks with MLB.com’s ...
The improbable journey of 30-year-old rookie Tanner Banks
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the best early stories of the baseball season is about White Sox pitcher Tanner Banks who finally made it to the major leagues at 30-years-old....
White Sox show the Tigers who’s boss in the AL Central
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Tigers might be better this year, but in the opening series of the season, the White Sox made a statement against their AL Central rivals winning ...
Our 2022 season predictions!
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time once again to look into the future and make our season predictions! How many strikeouts for Dylan Cease? Who will the White Sox acquire at...
What can we expect from Johnny Cueto?
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Lance Lynn out for about 8 weeks with a knee injury, the White Sox need someone to help them fill the void. Hello, Johnny Cueto! The White Sox s...
Steve Stone breaks down the AJ Pollock/Craig Kimbrel trade
02 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You want a big spring training trade? We got one! Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox TV analyst Steve Stone about the AJ Pollock/Craig Kimbrel trade...
Tony La Russa’s message to White Sox fans
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with manager Tony La Russa about Tim Anderson, Jose Abreu, Craig Kimbrel, and the right field situation which caused controversy ...
The Jason Benetti and Steve Stone Extravaganza
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when Chuck Garfien gets together with Jason Benetti and Steve Stone? You never know. Among the topics are, Chuck's terrible impression of...
Michael Kopech interview!
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with Michael Kopech at spring training about what he learned as a pitcher last season and now as a starter how he wants to become...
Who is going to be the answer for right field?
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Andrew Vaughn getting hurt in Sunday’s game against the Dodgers, what do the White Sox do about right field? MLB.com’s Scott Merkin joins the...
Why Dylan Cease is not satisfied with last year
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dylan Cease might be coming off a breakout season, but he’s looking to be even better in 2022. He speaks with Chuck Garfien at spring training about...
Yoelqui Cespedes talks about his dream of making the major leagues
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
White Sox prized prospect Yoelqui Cespedes is off to a hot start in spring training. He speaks with Chuck Garfien about his love for baseball, not be...
Lucas Giolito got bigger to be better
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito about why he added 20 pounds in the offseason. Plus, Dylan Cease's hunger to improve, Michae...
Yermin Mercedes wants to be a team player in 2022
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with Yermin Mercedes about his wild 2021 season: coming out of nowhere to win AL Rookie of the Month in April, his old school vs....
The must-listen Kendall Graveman interview
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien sits down with new White Sox reliever Kendall Graveman for this impactful and emotional interview at Camelback Ranch. Kendall talks abou...
Josh Harrison’s “no brainer” decision to sign with the White Sox
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien sits down with new second baseman Josh Harrison. He explains why he chose to sign with the White Sox over other interested teams, why h...
Tim Anderson on Tony La Russa, the Field of Dreams and being a White Sox forever
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Anderson and Tony La Russa. Best friends? That’s what Tim said to Chuck Garfien in this fun and revealing conversation at spring training. Tim t...
Liam Hendriks says White Sox will be ’one of the most hated teams in baseball’
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox closer Liam Hendriks for a candid conversation about the lockout, the addition of Joe Kelly to the bullpen, and...
White Sox add Joe Kelly and Josh Harrison--who’s next?
12 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We've got White Sox moves! Two free-agent signings within minutes of each other. Two-time World Series champion and Houston Astros hater Joe Kelly has...
🚨 MLB lockout ends, free agency begins
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
BASEBALL IS BACK! The MLB and MLBPA have reached an agreement and he 2022 season will begin in April. In an emergency podcast, Chuck Garfien and Ryan ...
What the MLB lockout is doing to us and the game
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After MLB and the player's union came so close to making a deal, everything fell apart, causing MLB to cancel a second week of the regular season. Chu...
Everything you want to know about the White Sox farm system with Chris Getz
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Coming to you from Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona, Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox assistant GM/player development Chris Getz about their to...
Interview with White Sox top-ranked prospect Colson Montgomery
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox first round pick Colson Montgomery is taking part in his first spring training at Camelback Ranch in Arizona. He t...
USA Today’s Bob Nightengale on when the lockout ends and possible White Sox moves
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What was the biggest mistake the players and owners made that prevented them from making a deal this week? USA Today's Bob Nightengale is here to tell...
Opening Day cancelled...What happened and what’s next?
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
CBA talks fell apart. The first week of the regular season has been canceled. What the heck happened?! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are here to try...
The Vinnie Duber Appreciation Podcast
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck and Guff say farewell to Vinnie who is leaving NBC Sports Chicago. A loss for us, but a great opportunity awaits our close friend and colleague....
Ron Kittle remembers White Sox fan favorite Julio Cruz
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The White Sox lost another key member of their 1983 team with the passing of second baseman Julio Cruz, the catalyst for the Winning Ugly White Sox. C...
How the players and owners can end the lockout with MLB Network’s Harold Reynolds
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's a pivotal week in the hopes of ending the lockout. What will it take for the players and owners to come to an agreement? Chuck Garfien speaks wit...
The story Bill Melton has never told
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many White Sox fans know Beltin' Bill Melton for being the American League home run champion in 1971. Others know him from watching White Sox Pre and ...
What to expect from Yoan Moncada in 2022
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What kind of hitter was Yoan Moncada last year and what kind of hitter will he be this year? It depends on who you ask. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, ...
Playing the hits with legendary organist Nancy Faust
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck visits with Nancy Faust to talk about her 41-year career as White Sox organist. Sitting at her home organ, she plays some of her most popular s...
What’s going on with the lockout?! Time to vent!!
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With negotiations dragging at a snail's pace and a miracle needed for spring training to start next week, it's time for Chuck, Guff, and Vinnie to ven...
The Forrest Gump baseball career of Greg Pryor
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Former White Sox shortstop Greg Pryor was in the middle of everything in the late 1970s and early ’80s. He played in Disco Demolition and Tony La Ru...
How and when the lockout will end with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What’s it going to take for the players and owners to make a deal? And more importantly, when is the lockout going to end? Chuck Garfien speaks with...
The Hall of Fame case for Mark Buehrle & debating Bonds, Clemens
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
White Sox legend Mark Buehrle barely stayed on the Hall of Fame ballot for another year. What will it take for Buehrle to somehow find his way to Coo...
The White Sox big signing of Oscar Colas with MLB.com’s Jesse Sanchez
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A year after signing Cuban prospects Yoelki Cespedes and Norge Vera, the White Sox have added another top Cuban prospect in left-handed outfielder Osc...
Are we finally seeing progress in the MLB lockout?
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With MLB and the players union meeting in person this week in the hopes of ending the lockout, are there reasons to be optimistic that the two sides c...
The wild and wacky 1970’s with Ricky Cobb of Super 70’s Sports
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From the big collar uniforms to Harry Caray to Disco Demolition, the White Sox were at the center of all that was fun and reckless about the 1970's. C...
Distant Replay: The White Sox and Tigers epic brawl in 2000
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Since the players and owners are in the middle of a labor fight right now, why not look back at one of the biggest on-field fights in baseball history...
Inside the MLB lockout and when it might end with The Athletic’s Jayson Stark
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with Jayson Stark, senior baseball writer at The Athletic about the MLB lockout, what's at stake, and when a deal might get done....
Wilbur Wood talks about his unicorn White Sox career
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What was it like to throw over 300 innings in a season or 14 innings in one day--and never need arm surgery? Chuck Garfien speaks with former White S...
The Biggest White Sox ’What-ifs?’ of the Century
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien and the crew go down the rabbit hole of White Sox "What-ifs," looking back at the last 21 seasons to see how things would have played ou...
Are Michael Conforto and Jeff McNeil the right fits for the White Sox?
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mets right fielder Michael Conforto is a free agent. Mets second baseman Jeff McNeil could be on the trading block. Chuck Garfien gets the inside scoo...
Ron Kittle remembers LaMarr Hoyt, Roland Hemond and the 1983 White Sox
30 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the recent passing of 1983 White Sox legends LaMarr Hoyt and Roland Hemond, Chuck Garfien looks back at their careers with 1983 Rookie of the Yea...
White Sox fans take over the podcast! Part 2
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What's on the mind of our listeners? Here in Part 2, Sox fans ask Chuck Garfien and the crew for the perfect White Sox offseason after the lockout, wh...
White Sox fans take over the podcast! Part 1
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's a holiday edition of White Sox fans taking over the podcast, where listeners pick all the topics for Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Dube...
Former Cub Fergie Jenkins did all he could to get Dick Allen into the Hall of Fame
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien continues his two-part series on Dick Allen by speaking with Ferguson Jenkins who was on the Golden Days Era committee that left Allen o...
Goose Gossage on why Dick Allen belongs in the Hall of Fame
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ask Goose Gossage about Dick Allen not getting into the Hall of Fame, and the former White Sox pitcher does not hold back. Chuck Garfien speaks with G...
Is Luis Robert on the verge of greatness?
14 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Luis Robert's breakout season in 2021 has us wondering if this is a sign of great things to come for the White Sox center fielder. Chuck Garfien speak...
The definitive search for a second baseman
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With most of the top targets off the board, who are the White Sox going to get to play second base next season? Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan ...
How close Ozzie Guillen came to managing the San Diego Padres
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien sits down with Ozzie Guillen to talk about the MLB lockout and how long he believes it will last. Plus, how Ozzie almost left NBC Sports...
Minnie Minoso is a Hall of Famer!
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
At long last, Minnie Minoso is headed to Cooperstown. The White Sox legend was voted in by the Golden Days Era Committee, for his electrifying and gro...
What to make of the White Sox now and moving forward?
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the offseason grinding to a halt because of the MLB lockout, what do we think of the White Sox offseason moves so far? Chuck Garfien and the podc...
What’s the deal with the MLB lockout??
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After a wild week of signings, the free-agent frenzy came to a crashing halt when MLB and the players' union allowed the collective bargaining agreeme...
Will the White Sox take part in MLB’s free agent frenzy?
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a wild few days for MLB's Hot Stove with huge free agent signings from coast to coast. Why haven't the White Sox spent big like the Rangers,...
Thankful for Kendall Graveman! Plus, ESPN’s Jesse Rogers on what else the White Sox have cooking
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just in time for the holidays, the White Sox are on the verge of adding reliever Kendall Graveman to the bullpen. Chuck Garfien speaks with ESPN's Jes...
Interview with World Series hero Juan Uribe!
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, this happened. Chuck Garfien caught up with the one and only Juan Uribe in a rare interview to talk about his White Sox career, making the final ...
Our White Sox free agent predictions!
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What free agents are signing where this offseason? Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey give their predictions, including which free agents w...
Why Minnie Minoso belongs in the Hall of Fame
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Long considered the Latino Jackie Robinson, Minnie Minoso's induction into the Hall of Fame is long overdue. Will it finally happen when the Golden Er...
The latest on Carlos Rodon and if Craig Kimbrel gets traded
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien speaks with Vinnie Duber and Maddie Lee to discuss the two biggest White Sox stories coming out of the GM Meetings in San Diego. Agent S...
The Ultimate Dylan Cease interview
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien and Dylan Cease had so much to talk about they might have broken the record for the longest interview of the year. Cease opens up about ...
Carlos Rodon and the qualifying offer that didn’t happen
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why didn't the White Sox make Carlos Rodon a qualifying offer for 2022? Has he played his last game in a White Sox uniform? Chuck Garfien is joined by...
Everything we learned from Rick Hahn’s press conference recapping the 2021 season
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
White Sox GM Rick Hahn covered a whole lot of ground in his season-ending press conference with the media. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, and Ryan McGuf...
Why the Braves won the World Series and the White Sox didn’t
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even though the White Sox had a better regular season than the Braves, why did Atlanta end up winning the World Series? Chuck Garfien speaks with Gor...
Who will the White Sox sign or acquire to play second base?
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The White Sox are in the market for a second baseman. Who will it be? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber break down a list of the Top 10 c...
Top free agent answers for right field
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who will be the White Sox starting right fielder in 2022? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber go searching for him! They pour over a list o...
Jim Callis on Yoelkis Cespedes and the White Sox farm system
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien catches up with Jim Callis, senior writer for MLB Pipeline to get his thoughts on the White Sox farm system. They talk about White Sox #...
Who made the best and worst White Sox predictions in 2021
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the White Sox season in the books, time to see who made the best and worst predictions for 2021. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber, and ...
Steve Stone on the 2021 season and improvements needed for next season
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What happened with the White Sox in 2021 and what happens next? Chuck Garfien breaks it all down with White Sox TV analyst Steve Stone who explains wh...
Why the White Sox World Series quest went bust
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The White Sox season wasn't supposed to end like this. What happened? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber talk about the White Sox early ex...
What prevented the White Sox from beating the Astros
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After losing the ALDS to the Astros in four games, Chuck Garfien breaks down what happened with Ozzie Guillen and Jason Benetti. They discuss how and ...
White Sox stay alive on a rockin’ night on the South Side
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On the brink of elimination, the White Sox came back from a 5-1 deficit to crush the Astros 12-6 in front of a frenzied Blackout crowd on the South Si...
Why everything went wrong for the White Sox in Game 2
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Houston, we have a problem. Another rough loss in the ALDS has the White Sox on the brink of elimination. Chuck Garfien, Ozzie Guillen and Ryan McGuff...
What the heck happened with the White Sox in Game 1?
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After a rough 6-1 loss to the Astros in Game 1 of the ALDS, Chuck Garfien, Ozzie Guillen and Ryan McGuffey break down everything that went wrong with ...
Everything you need to know about the White Sox-Astros ALDS
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The playoffs are here! White Sox vs. Astros. What needs to happen for the White Sox to win the series? Chuck Garfien breaks down all the big angles wi...
Who’s winning the ALDS and why with Astros TV analyst Geoff Blum
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The playoffs are here! It’s the White Sox vs. the Astros in the ALDS. Who wins? Who loses? Chuck Garfien speaks with 2005 World Series hero Geoff Bl...
What Carlos Rodon proved in his final regular season start
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From Cy Young candidate to question mark for the postseason, Carlos Rodon took the mound on Wednesday looking to prove that he belongs in the White So...
Being clutch in the playoffs with 2005 World Series hero Joe Crede
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the playoffs getting closer, Chuck Garfien speaks to former White Sox third baseman Joe Crede about what it means to be clutch in the postseason....
The White Sox are AL Central champs!
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
After the White Sox clinched the AL Central with a 7-2 victory over the Indians, Tony La Russa, Rick Hahn and Tim Anderson joined Chuck Garfien, Ozzie...
Who are the White Sox and who will they be in the playoffs?
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the White Sox playing .500 baseball in the second half and struggling in September, what kind of team will they be in the playoffs? Chuck Garfien...
Inside the White Sox pitching staff with Ethan Katz
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chuck Garfien goes to the source to get the word on several White Sox pitchers with pitching coach Ethan Katz. Find out what Dylan Cease is working on...
Chuck and Ozzie with Joe Maddon and Liam Hendriks
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Two great guests on one podcast! Chuck Garfien and Ozzie Guillen sit down with Angels manager Joe Maddon and White Sox closer Liam Hendriks. Maddon ta...
Appreciating the legend that is Leury García
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
He might be small in stature, but time and time again Leury García has come up big for the White Sox. As Lance Lynn put it after García's walk-off h...