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Ep 5632022 Season Predictions with Laurence Holmes

Guest: Laurence Holmes, 670 the ScoreJosh and Jim invite Friend of the Show, Laurence Holmes, to join them in making their 2022 season predictions. How do they grade the White Sox offseason Best Case Scenario Worst Case Scenario Win/Loss Record White Sox MVP White Sox Breakout Player World Series Predictions 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.

Apr 7, 202259 min

Ep 562Hello, FutureSox

BREAKING NEWS!FutureSox and Sox Machine have agreed to a new partnership aimed at covering all aspects of the Chicago White Sox. 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.

Apr 4, 202218 min

Ep 561Latest White Sox News and 2022 Bullpen Season Preview

Record Date: 4/4/2022Lance Lynn is hurt and will miss the first two months of 2022.Zack Collins is gone, and the White Sox have themselves a new backup catcher.Josh and Jim recap the latest White Sox news while previewing the bullpen unit. A week ago, the White Sox bullpen appeared to be one of the best in Major League Baseball. Now that Craig Kimbrel has been traded and Garrett Crochet is out for the season, how does this unit stack up with Opening Day rapidly approaching? 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.

Apr 4, 202255 min

Ep 560Hello, AJ Pollock

Record Date: 4/2/2022Josh and Jim recap the Chicago White Sox trading Craig Kimbrel to the Los Angeles Dodgers for outfielder AJ Pollock. What lessons are to learn from the Kimbrel experience? What does Pollock provide to an already strong White Sox team in 2022? What does this addition mean for Andrew Vaughn to start in 2022? 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.

Apr 2, 202237 min

Ep 5592022 Season Preview: Outfielders

Record Date: 3/31/2022Next in the series of 2022 Season Previews, Josh and Jim preview the Chicago White Sox outfielders. Is 2022 the year Eloy Jimenez unleashes and hits 40+ home runs? Will Luis Robert stay healthy and repeat his 2021 breakout to be a legit AL MVP candidate? And who will we all see play in right field? 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.

Apr 1, 20221h 14m

Ep 5582022 Season Preview: Starting Pitchers

Guest: Janice Scurio, NBC Sports Edge & CHGOWe are continuing our 2022 Season Previews with a look at the Chicago White Sox starting pitchers. While the group loses Carlos Rodon, it still has three potential AL Cy Young candidates in Lucas Giolito, Lance Lynn, and Dylan Cease. Can they meet or exceed those lofty expectations? Then there is the Dallas Keuchel dilemma and managing Michael Kopech's workload.Joining the podcast to preview this position group is Janice Scurio of NBC Sports Edge and CHGO. 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.

Mar 28, 202253 min

Ep 5572022 Season Preview: Infielders

Record Date: 3/22/2022Josh and Jim kickoff the Sox Machine 2022 Season Previews with a look at the Chicago White Sox infield. A strong unit hopes both Jose Abreu and Yasmani Grandal fight off age regression for another season. Perhaps Yoan Moncada could re-capture his 2019 form, and if Tim Anderson hits 25+ home runs, would the White Sox left side of the infield to make the All-Star team? 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.

Mar 23, 20221h 2m

Ep 556Free Agent Dominos Fall

The big remaining free agents have finally found a home. Nothing bigger than Carlos Correa shocked the baseball world by signing with the Minnesota Twins. How does his addition impact the Chicago White Sox repeating as AL Central champs? What's the postseason outlook as the free agent dominos finally fall? Josh and Jim break it all down in this episode. 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.

Mar 21, 202253 min

Ep 555Where do the White Sox stack up at Spring Training 2022

Josh and Jim contemplate how the Chicago White Sox stack up against the best teams in both the American League and Major League Baseball. With the Los Angeles Dodgers signing Freddie Freeman, they are the clear favorites to win the World Series. How far away are the White Sox? And would signing Michael Conforto help bridge the talent gap? They also remember Pete Ward, who passed away on March 17th. 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.

Mar 18, 202254 min

Ep 554Hello, Joe Kelly, Josh Harrison, and Vince Velasquez

Record Date: 3/13/2022The Chicago White Sox have been busy post-lockout. They continue adding more relievers to their pitching staff, signing Joe Kelly and Vince Velasquez. To help at second base, veteran Josh Harrison was added to the fold. While these three signings support the White Sox with depth, we are still waiting for Rick Hahn to pull off the major move. Do the White Sox have it in them to bring an impact player like Michael Conforto? 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.

Mar 14, 20221h 12m

Ep 553White Sox Minor League Camp Update with James Fegan

Guest: James Fegan, The AthleticWith MLB CBA negotiations still ongoing we visit with Chicago White Sox beat reporter for The Athletic, James Fegan. He shares insight from Glendale, Arizona as he watches White Sox minor league camp.This episode is sponsored by DraftKings Sportsbook. For Illinois residents, use promo code SOXMACHINE when signing up for special offers. 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.

Mar 10, 202238 min

Ep 552Mailbag Episode Vol. 1

Record Date: 3/6/2022With MLB CBA negotiations dragging, Josh and Jim decided to change things up by emptying out the listener mailbag. Answering questions about: Next home renovation projects MLB relegation The new CHGO media platform Development impact for players playing out of position How many fans MLB will lose over the lockout Guitar Hero or Rock Band 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.

Mar 7, 20221h 13m

Ep 551MLB Has An Ownership Problem

At least six games have been canceled by Commissioner Rob Manfred, and how things stand with CBA negotiations, we could see even more games get wiped off the schedule. This episode provides audio from both Manfred and MLBPA President Tony Clark from their press conferences. Afterward, Josh and Jim point out where the fault ultimately lies: the owners. 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.

Mar 4, 202253 min

Ep 550Opening Day In Jeopardy

MLB CBA negotiations are still not progressing to the point of a new deal coming soon. Now that MLB's deadline has come to avoid cancellation of regular-season games, is the entire month of April at risk? Josh and Jim discuss while wishing there was more consistent reporting of the details and insight on which MLB owners are causing issues.They also answer your questions about a new game show format and which uniform throwback they would like to see a return. 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.

Feb 28, 202258 min

Ep 549MLB Owners Willing To Lose Games Over CBA Negotiations

Josh and Jim were optimistic that a new CBA could be agreed upon a few days ago this week. Despite both MLB and MLBPA meeting daily, there’s little progress being made. Now, MLB is threatening that if a new CBA is not agreed upon by Monday, February 28, regular-season games will begin to be canceled. They discuss how crazy it is that MLB willing to lose millions over what seems to be slight increases in pay for MLBPA. To distract from CBA talks, they answer questions from Twitter regarding how the league will function post-lockout, pushing the young pitchers in 2022, and debate hot dogs vs. brats. 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.

Feb 24, 202255 min

Ep 548A New Hope to End MLB Lockout

After last week’s 15 minute meeting both MLB and MLBPA have agreed to bring the key decisions makers to the table. This week, they will meet daily in hopes of hashing out a new CBA and ending the MLB Lockout. Is there reason to believe a new deal could be had? Or is this more smoke and the threat of delaying Opening Day becomes a reality?Josh and Jim discuss that and the new wearable technology showcased during College Baseball opening weekend. 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.

Feb 21, 202252 min

Ep 547Keith Law on the 2022 White Sox farm system

Keith Law drops in for his annual chat about the White Sox farm system, which is last in his organizational rankings, but with a top-20 prospect list that has more to watch than a 30th-place finish would suggest.Links: Keith Law's MLB farm system rankings Keith Law's top 20 White Sox prospects for 2022 Book recommendation: Hell of a Book by Jason Mott 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.

Feb 17, 202234 min

Ep 546Owners Counter-Proposal Falls Flat (Again) and White Sox Top 10 Prospects

After Rob Manfred sparked cautious optimism about a "good proposal" from the Owners to the MLBPA, the offer was another dud. Still short on what the MLBPA is asking for in the Competitive Balance Tax, minimum salaries, and pre-arbitration bonus pools. Is it time to start worrying about Opening Day being delayed? While MLB camp will not open this week, the minor leaguers participate in mini-camps. Jim wrapped up Prospect Week on Sox Machine, and he shares his thought process that went into his Top 10 White Sox prospects. 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.

Feb 14, 202258 min

Ep 545Rob Manfred Speaks

Date: 2/10/2021After the MLB Owners meeting concluded in Orlando, commissioner Rob Manfred spoke to the media. Despite some verbal gaffes regarding if MLB teams are a wise investment, a few are cautiously optimistic an end to the lockout is on the horizon. Is it, though? It mostly depends on how the conversation goes between both parties on Saturday. Josh and Jim discuss the timing of when a new CBA needs to be agreed upon, not losing any time during Spring Training, and avoiding a delay of Opening Day. They also point out what they believe are big sticking points that the Owners will need to be more flexible to get MLBPA buy-in. 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.

Feb 11, 202258 min

Ep 544State of the 2022 White Sox Farm System with Jim Callis

Guest: Jim Callis, MLB.comWe kick off Prospect Week at Sox Machine with one of our best friends, Jim Callis of MLB.com, stopping by to chat. He shares his thoughts on the top White Sox prospects garnering the most interest and a preview of the upcoming 2022 MLB Draft class. 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.

Feb 7, 202232 min

Ep 543Latest CBA Negotiations and Early ZiPS Projected Standings

While a foot of snow falls on Chicago, Josh and Jim chat about the latest contentious CBA negotiations. Are they sweating a delayed start of Spring Training? Are they worried that a lack of progress will push back opening Day? They share their optimistic and pessimistic viewpoints. Meanwhile, FanGraphs has released their early ZiPS projected standings, and things look for the Chicago White Sox within the AL Central. But what about the entire American League? Once the lockout is ended, how could these projected standings change? 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.

Feb 3, 202242 min

Ep 542SUDDEN DEATH and other new baseball rule ideas

The Frontier League is introducing SUDDEN DEATH extra-inning rules in 2022. Enter the 11th inning (or 9th inning of a 7-inning game); the home team manager will get to pick if his team will play on offense or defense. If the offensive team scores, they win the game. If the defensive team holds, they win the game.It's a crazy idea, but it intrigues Josh and Jim to see if it would work better in MLB than in Independent Leagues. They also receive new rule ideas from the audience and judge which changes they like best. 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.

Jan 31, 202248 min

Ep 541MLB CBA Negotiations with Eugene Freedman

MLB and the Players Association met earlier this week in hopes of working closer to a new CBA. With the reported proposals, are we seeing the two parties moving towards a deal?Eugene Freedman is a labor lawyer who is a big baseball fan and had negotiated many CBA's for the National Air Traffic Controllers Association. He's been keeping close tabs on the conversations and shares his unique insight about the type of conversations being had. 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.

Jan 28, 202234 min

Ep 540Schadenfreude, Hall of Fame Vote, and Park Factors

Record Date: 1/24/2022As the MLB Lockout persists, Josh and Jim chat about a few topics on their mind. Chicago's enjoyment of the 49ers beating the Packers, and do the White Sox have that certain opponent which fans get to experience some schadenfreude. Hall of Fame announcement is Tuesday, January 25. Jim shares his predictions on who will get the call and if Mark Buerhle survives the 5% cutoff. Discuss GRF's Park Factors while pondering what Tim Anderson's numbers would look like at Coors Field. 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.

Jan 24, 202254 min

Ep 539Mock Trial: MLB CBA Negotiations

Stream Date: 1/19/2022In an attempt to settle and break the MLB Lockout, Sox Machine hosts a Mock Trial. Josh Nelson will represent the Player's Association while Beefloaf of Fromthe108 will rep the MLB Owners.Can the two sides find enough common ground for a deal? 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.

Jan 20, 20221h 23m

Ep 538Hello, Oscar Colas with Phil Selig of Cuba Dugout

Guest: Phil Selig, Cuba DugoutDespite the MLB Lockout, the International Signing Period is underway as teams make their announced additions to their prospect pipeline. For the Chicago White Sox, the rumored signing of Cuban OF Oscar Colas has been around for more than a calendar year. As the time comes for him to finally sign, what should White Sox fans know about Colas?Joining the show is Phil Selig of Cuba Dugout who covers baseball in Cuba, and he stops by to give his unique perspective of Colas. 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.

Jan 17, 202235 min

Ep 537Owners Economics Proposal Falls Flat

In the latest CBA negotiations, MLB’s owners proposed economic changes to the Players Association. Focusing on updating the Super 2 payment structure, minimizing service time manipulation, and offering an International Draft. Josh and Jim comb through the reported offerings pointing out the faults of the Owner’s proposal. Are these offerings good enough to keep the Players Association at the table to talk? If not, does that put the start of Spring Training at risk? With the International Signing period this weekend, they also share their early thoughts on Oscar Colas and Erick Hernandez. 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.

Jan 14, 202257 min

Ep 5362021 Player Review: Tim Anderson

Tim Anderson had another terrific season in 2021 earning his first All-Star nod on his way to another 4+ WAR season. Entering 2022, where does Tim Anderson rank among the best shortstops in the game? Also with all of these mega contracts being signed by free-agent shortstops, what could Anderson’s future value look like in the open market? 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.

Jan 10, 202247 min

Ep 535MLB Lockout Lacking Urgency

In light of recent reports from Jeff Passan of ESPN, and Max Scherzer answering questions for the LA Times, Josh and Jim recap the latest regarding the MLB Lockout. Why is there no urgency from the league to meet with the MLBPA? What is the central concern for the MLBPA? Is there an easy path to a new CBA? Plus, their thoughts on Ken Rosenthal leaving MLB Network and Alex Rodriquez possibly getting his own “Manningcast” type show. 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.

Jan 6, 20221h 5m

Ep 5342021 Player Review: Andrew Vaughn

The Chicago White Sox had plans to challenge Andrew Vaughn with an aggressive assignment in 2021. They just didn’t know it would be out of position for Vaughn and playing primarily in left field. While Vaughn did admirably defensively, the bat-first prospect had his share of struggles at the plate, especially against right-handed pitching. Entering 2022, what is Andrew Vaughn’s role with the White Sox? Will he start every day again in a corner outfield position? Or will he be platooning at DH with Gavin Sheets? Or is Andrew Vaughn even on the White Sox post-lockout? Josh and Jim recap Andrew Vaughn’s rookie season while answering the critical questions. 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.

Jan 3, 202246 min

Ep 533Goodbye 2021, Hello 2022

Published Date: 12/30/2021With New Year’s around the corner, Josh and Jim look back at the Chicago White Sox best moments in 2021. Then they share their personal 2022 resolutions and the goals they have for the White Sox to focus on. 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.

Dec 30, 20211h 4m

Ep 5322021 Player Review: Luis Robert

Unfortunately, White Sox fans only got to watch Luis Robert play in 68 games during the 2021 season. When Robert did play, he put on a show with a monster run through the postseason. If Robert can stay healthy in 2022, and that’s a big IF, can he be the next White Sox MVP candidate? 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.

Dec 27, 202136 min

Ep 531Entering the White Sox Multiverse

Record Date: 12/21/2021In light of the blockbuster movie Spider-Man: No Way Home, Josh and Jim decide to enter the Chicago White Sox multiverse. What past outcomes would they change and why? Which past players would they pluck from previous timelines and place on the 2022 White Sox roster? Finally, who on the current roster would they send back in time to help a past White Sox team?Join them as they travel into the White Sox Multiverse. 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.

Dec 22, 202142 min

Ep 5302021 Player Review: Dylan Cease

2020 wasn’t great for Dylan Cease who struggled to generate strikeouts and posted a -0.3 fWAR. With better command of his fastball, Cease took a big step forward in his development leading the White Sox in strikeouts in 2021. What caused this turnaround? We discuss Cease’s adjustments and ponder if the time is right for a possible contract extension. 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.

Dec 20, 202136 min

Ep 529Remembering Roland Hemond and the latest regarding Hall of Fame and Lockout

Episode Date: 12/16/2021Josh and Jim remember Roland Hemond who died at the age of 92. As GM of the White Sox from 1970 to 1985, Hemond overcame unique challenges to build winning ballclubs on the South Side. And his trade for Dick Allen may have saved the White Sox from moving to Milwaukee. Plus, an update on how the early voting is going for baseball’s Hall of Fame and the latest lockout talks. 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.

Dec 16, 202151 min

Ep 5282021 Player Review: Eloy Jimenez

Eloy Jimenez only appeared in 55 games during 2021 because of a self-inflicted injury during Spring Training. While he hit for power in his first 15 games back, Jimenez faded in his last 40 games ending with a league-average OPS+.Is the pectoral injury to blame for Jimenez's offensive struggles in 2021? Or are there other red flags? With hopes of a bounce-back performance in 2022, is this also the time to think about trading Jimenez much like the White Sox traded Carlos Lee prior to the 2005 season? 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.

Dec 13, 202146 min

Ep 5272021 Player Review: Yasmani Grandal

Yasmani Grandal had a slow start to 2021 but a roaring finish as he was one of the best White Sox hitters. There's no doubt about his offensive contributions going into 2022, but after having knee surgery and entering his age 33 season, is it time to reduce Grandal's innings behind home plate?Josh Nelson and Patrick Nolan recap Grandal's 2021 season and address fans' concerns about his defense on this episode. 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.

Dec 9, 202129 min

Ep 526Minnie Miñoso, HOF

It finally happened. The Golden Era Committee voted Minnie Miñoso into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Josh and Jim recap the news while taking a look at those that didn't make the call in Dick Allen and Billy Pierce. 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.

Dec 6, 20211h 5m

Ep 525MLB Lockout Begins

Greg Nix joins Josh to process the news of Major League Baseball owners voting to begin a lockout. Discuss which leaked proposal ideas regarding playoff expansion they like best, and take a look at what the White Sox have done this offseason. Are bigger moves in store post-lockout? 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.

Dec 2, 20211h 0m

Ep 524Sox Machine Live!: MLB Hot Stove on FIRE

Stream Date: 11/28/2021Josh is joined by our friends over at Fromthe108 to discuss the latest MLB Hot Stove news.- Marcus Semien to Texas- Byron Buxton $100 Million to stay in Minnesota- Max Scherzer to the New York Mets- Kevin Gausman to the Toronto Blue Jays- Even old friend, Avisail Garcia, is getting paid.So, what will the White Sox do? They discuss that and more on this episode of Sox Machine Live! 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.

Nov 29, 202157 min

Ep 523Hello, Kendall Graveman

Date: 11/23/2021The Chicago White Sox make their first signing of the 2021/22 offseason and its reliever Kendall Graveman. Josh and Jim break down the signing of how Graveman can help the White Sox and ponder what's next. With Craig Kimbrel still on the roster, what are the offseason priorities for the White Sox? Most importantly, when will they address those priorities.With Thanksgiving approaching, they also share what they are thankful for in 2021. 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.

Nov 24, 202155 min

Ep 5222021 Player Review: Liam Hendriks

Liam Hendriks was Rick Hahn's big free-agent signing last offseason figuring his new closer was the missing piece. Leading the American League in Saves and winning AL Reliever of the Year again, Hendriks lived up to his end. However, was Hendriks the missing piece? Or is he a luxury for a team that still needs to make a significant investment to address existing roster holes? 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.

Nov 22, 202133 min

Ep 5212021 Player Review: Michael Kopech

After missing the last two seasons, it was great to see Michael Kopech in a White Sox uniform in 2021. His season started great as Kopech flashed his potential on several occasions leading to the thought of more incredible things to come. However, a hamstring injury knocked him out for a month, and his stuff suffered. With a possible spot open in the 2022 White Sox starting rotation, is Kopech ready to reach his ceiling? 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.

Nov 18, 202131 min

Ep 5202021 Player Review: Jose Abreu

Jose Abreu had another 30+ HR and 100+ RBI season in 2021. He's still putting up run production numbers that's made Abreu one of the most consistent sluggers in baseball. Entering his Age 35 season in 2022, and without a contract after, can Abreu continue this effort? Or will age regression finally set in? 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.

Nov 15, 202135 min

Ep 5192021 GM Meetings Recap

With an MLB Lockout looming, this year's GM Meetings could be this winter's main event when it comes to offseason rumors and gossip. Josh and Jim recap what White Sox GM Rick Hahn said about Carlos Rodon, Craig Kimbrel, and his priorities to make the 2022 roster stronger this offseason. 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.

Nov 11, 20211h 3m

Ep 5182021 Player Review: Yoan Moncada

Yoan Moncada had a 4.0+ WAR season, which was Top 3 in MLB for FanGraphs, and yet his 2021 season felt lacking. A solid batting average and terrific on-base percentage help Moncada with many advanced metrics, but the lack of power is concerning. So is the lack of success against four-seam fastballs. After five seasons with the White Sox, do we know what kind of player Moncada is? 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.

Nov 8, 202130 min

Ep 5172021 Player Review: Lance Lynn

The Chicago White Sox needed starting pitching help entering the 2021 season. Enter Lance Lynn. How his performance helped the White Sox win the AL Central, where we think he ends up in the Cy Young voting, but can Lynn figure out the Houston Astros? 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.

Nov 4, 202132 min

Ep 5162021 Review: Dallas Keuchel

After a great first impression in 2020, Dallas Keuchel failed to meet expectations in 2021. A dismal second half of the season raises a few questions about Keuchel and his status with the 2022 Chicago White Sox roster. 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.

Nov 1, 202128 min

Ep 5152021 Offseason Plan Project Podcast

Josh and Jim launch the 2021 Sox Machine Offseason Plan Project. It's everyone's turn to play GM making key decisions on tendering or non-tendering contracts, which free agents to bring back, and what players to target in free agencies and trades. 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.

Oct 28, 202150 min

Ep 5142021 Review: Midseason Acquisitions

Date: 10/24/2021Josh and Jim review the Chicago White Sox 2021 midseason acquisitions: Ryan Tepera, Cesar Hernandez, and Craig Kimbrel.Two of the three didn't meet expectations playing in a White Sox uniform. How does their poor play influence Rick Hahn's decision-making this upcoming offseason? 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.

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