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Recorded 6-20-2018 The Rundown: After Reynaldo Lopez called his and the team's recent play like "Clowns", manager Rick Renteria has a tough job of helping both veterans and young players work through the funk. We ponder on what ways he can help the ballclub get through this tough stretch. We preview the four-game weekend series against the Oakland A's The White Sox will be announcing minor league promotions and we guess who could be called up 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.

Good morning. Here's what's in today's Wake-Up Call: LAST NIGHT: Carlos Rodon's second-inning struggles were too much for the White Sox absorb. Their 6-3 loss to the Indians extended their skid to six games. TODAY: It doesn't get any easier, as it's Reynaldo Lopez against Corey Kluber. ON THE FARM: The Garcias lead Charlotte, and just about everybody else is in an All-Star game. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Astros finally lost, the Twins weathered Chris Sale, and Jose Abreu extends his lead in All-Star Game voting. 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.

Here's the rundown for your White Sox Wake-Up Call: RECAP: Cy Covey has an off night, as the Sox fall to Cleveland 6-2. ON THE FARM: It's the minor league All-Star break, but one report says several Sox prospects will soon be promoted. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Nationals get a jump on hot stove season by trading for Kelvin Herrera. 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.

The Rundown: Recap the Detroit Tigers series in which the offense let down in crucial situations. With only nine home runs in June, what are the causes in lack of production? This Tuesday, three of the White Sox affliates (Birmingham, Winston-Salem, Kannapolis) are entering their All-Star break. We recap how the prospects have been doing while handing out our awards for best hitter/pitcher, breakout prospect, and most improved. We answer your questions in P.O. 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.

The Rundown: The Chicago White Sox split with the Cleveland Indians putting them at 8-6 in June. Thanks to the pitching, they've put together a nice little run but how much longer can it last? Tim Anderson and Yoan Moncada are in a slump. How are pitchers attacking them and what adjustments could they make to get back on track. Preview the upcoming series against the Detroit Tigers. Can the White Sox fare better last time they played them at home? 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.

The Rundown: Dylan Covey outduels Trevor Bauer as the White Sox win a tight game over the Indians, 3-2. Down in the minors, the Winston-Salem Dash magic number shrinks to 2 games for the first half title. Around the league, Washington's Juan Soto does something only Ken Griffey Jr. has at Yankee Stadium. 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.

Here's what's in your Wake-Up Call: LAST NIGHT: The White Sox are winless no more against Cleveland. TONIGHT: Dylan Covey will get tested, both by facing an opponent for a second time and facing Trevor Bauer. FARM: Spencer Adams gets promoted, and the affiliates go 6-0. LEAGUE: Miguel Cabrera is done for the year, and the bad teams are getting worse. 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.

Here's the rundown of your White Sox Wake-Up Call: RECAP: Lucas Giolito keeps Giolito-ing. PREVIEW: James Shields faces off against Adam Plutko. ON THE FARM: The Sox get good news about Alec Hansen and Micker Adolfo. AROUND MLB: The Angels insist that Shohei Ohtani does not need Tommy John surgery. 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.

Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline.com The Rundown: Surprise! The Chicago White Sox won a series in Boston thanks to outstanding starting pitching. Can this level of performance last? We preview the upcoming series against Cleveland who is also pitching very well. Recapping the 2018 MLB Draft is our friend, Jim Callis. He shares his thoughts on why the White Sox picked Nick Madrigal over Brady Singer, how good Steele Walker and Konnor Pilkington can be, and names to watch for the 2019 MLB Draft Presented by SeatGeek and RXBAR 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.

Guest: Dan Szymborski, ESPN The Rundown: Josh shares his thoughts about the frustration surrounding the worst start ever. Guest Dan Szymborski shares the latest ZiPS projections which include odds of the White Sox having the first pick of the 2019 MLB Draft. Also, why Lucas Giolito should be sent to AAA, no need to worry about Yoan Moncada, and which teams does ZiPS like the most. 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.

Recorded: 6/7/2018 The rundown: – Why did the White Sox send Bummer down for Cedeno? – Recap Twins series – Preview Red Sox series and guess what move Rick Hahn will make to add Carlos Rodon in the rotation 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.

The Rundown: White Sox beat the Twins, 5-2, in large thanks to Tim Anderson's big night at the plate. Today's matchup features James Shields who has five consecutive starts of pitching seven-plus innings without allowing more than three runs. Day 2 of the Luis Robert watch Kannapolis was fun as he went 2-for-5 with a two RBI and a stolen base. Elsewhere in the majors, Shohei Ohtani left his start early due to a blister, and it got crazy in Wrigley Field as Jason Heyward hit a walk-off grand slam. 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.

Good morning. This Wake-Up Call, she's a loaded one. The White Sox made eight picks on the second day of the MLB Draft, including twice as many high schoolers as usual. The Sox split a doubleheader in Minnesota, although they held multiple-run leads in both games. The eighth inning posed problems. Luis Robert made his stateside debut to headline a busy day on the farm. Max Scherzer is the first to 10 wins, and the Dodgers are back to .500 in a hurry. 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.

Here's the rundown for your White Sox Wake-Up Call for June 5, 2018: DRAFT RECAP: The Sox take Nick Madrigal at #4, despite questions about conflicts in their draft room. DOUBLEHEADER PREVIEW: Reynaldo Lopez and Lucas Giolito take the hill, as the Sox welcome back Matt Davidson and Kevan Smith. DOWN ON THE FARM: Eloy Jimenez's hit streak ends, Zack Collins's hot streak continues. 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.

Recorded: 6/4/2018 Brian Bilek, James Fox, and Jim Osborn join Josh Nelson to analyze the top 2018 MLB Draft picks. 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.

Guest: Burke Granger, 2080 Baseball Rundown: The White Sox won a series! Against the NL's best team! With how well Dylan Covey has been pitching, and Carlos Rodon returning, what will the starting rotation look like next week? Lots of MLB Draft discussion as we tackle the possible drama inside the White Sox war room if the decision comes down to Nick Madrigal or Brady Singer. Burke Granger from 2080 Baseball will share his scouting reports on the game's top draft prospects, and who would he pick between Madrigal and Singer. Plus our answers to your questions in P.O. Sox including who we want the White Sox to pick at #4 Presented by SeatGeek and Simple Contacts 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.

Rundown: Tonight starts a three-game series as the Milwaukee Brewers come into town. The White Sox minor league affiliates all won thanks to three terrific starting performances. Around the league, Clayton Kershaw is back, and the National League race is still a tight one. 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.

Recorded: 5/30/2018 Rundown: Jose Abreu gets frustrated Lessons learned from Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez starts against Cleveland Is Tim Anderson finding his groove? What’s the cause of Yoan Moncada’s slump in May? Preview the upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers 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.

Here's the rundown for your White Sox Wake-Up Call: RECAP: The Sox fell to the Indians 7-3 behind another shaky outing from Lucas Giolito. PREVIEW: Reynaldo Lopez faces off against Corey Kluber. ON THE FARM: Carlos Rodon dominated AAA hitters in potentially his final rehab start. AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Mets lose two, count 'em two starters. 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.

Guest: Eric Longenhagen, Fangraphs The rundown: Jose Abreu is having a terrific start to 2018 which naturally raises the question during this rebuilding phase if he will be traded by July 31st? We breakdown how much Abreu still means to the White Sox which two teams could use Abreu the most. Preview the series in Cleveland as the Indians bullpen might finally be a welcome sight for White Sox hitters. Our guest is Eric Longenhagen from Fangraphs.com who shares his thoughts of Alec Hansen's rehab start, his favorite White Sox prospects, and next week's MLB Draft. Why Casey Mize to Detroit still makes sense and who he thinks the White Sox will take at #4. Presented by SeatGeek. 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.

Recorded 5/24/2018 Rundown: With Welington Castillo's suspension we discuss what the impacts are short and long-term at the catching position. Leury Garcia on the DL also forces Rick Hahn to promote Charlie Tilson. But why are they signing minor league outfielders for Charlotte and not promoting Eloy Jimenez? Preview the upcoming road series against the Detroit Tigers 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.

Rundown: Later today it will be announced that Welington Castillo will be suspended 80 games for PED use and Leury Garcia left last night's game with a twisted left knee. Who will Rick Hahn call up to replace both players on the 25-man roster? Michael Kopech was decent in his start against the Norfolk Tide, Eloy Jimenez had a good night at the plate, and the Kannapolis Intimidators keep winning. Scores around MLB highlight the Milwaukee Brewers rise and the Diamondbacks fall to .500. 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.

Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: The White Sox remembered how to hit with runners in scoring position before it was too late, scoring three runs in the eighth for a 3-2 victory over Baltimore. Dylan Covey gets his first chance at replacing Carson Fulmer tonight. Alec Hansen returns to action in extended spring training, and Gavin Sheets finally homered. The Twins are making a run at the .500 Indians, and Cole Hamels showed what the Sox missed by beating the Yankees. 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.

Rundown: Another frustrating loss by the White Sox last night as manager Rick Renteria made some questionable decisions. Down on the farm, Charlotte won big and Eloy Jimenez hit his 8th home run of the season. MLB Scoreboard highlights Juan Soto hitting his first career home run on the very first pitch he sees. Oh, and nobody in the AL Central is above .500 again. 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.

Guests: Joe Ostrowski, 670 the score Trevor Wilt, Kannapolis Intimidators The Rundown: The Chicago White Sox won a home series! After starting 3-15 at GRF, the White Sox won 3 out of 4 against the Texas Rangers as we recap the great performance from Reynaldo Lopez. 670 the Score's Joe Ostrowski brings his insight about the Supreme Court's historic ruling that allows states to open up sports gambling. Kannapolis Intimidators PxP Trevor Wilt joins the show to share his thoughts about Carlos Rodon's rehab start and the Intimidators torrid pace. 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.

Original air date: 5/18/2018 Can the White Sox win 10 home games before July 1st? Yoan Moncada: taking the good with the bad State of the rebuild 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.

The Rundown: Good luck was on the White Sox side as they score four in the bottom of the eighth inning to beat the Rangers, 4-2. Preview tonight's White Sox vs. Rangers game. Highlight action in the minor leagues that includes Trey Michalczewski's walk-off double Scores around the league as Manny Machado hit his 14th home run of the season, but Baltimore now has the most losses in the American League. 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.

The Rundown: Jim shares his notes visiting the Charlotte Knights, Winston-Salem Dash, and the Kannapolis Intimidators. Recap the Pirates series trying to figure out why the starters are having such a tough time in the first inning. Discuss the idea of Yolmer Sanchez playing in the outfield Preview the Rangers series With Robinson Cano suspended for PEDs should MLB's stance soften to allow star players to stay on the field Presented by SeatGeek and RXBar 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.

Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: The White Sox once again got thumped in the first inning, and this time it resulted in a shutout. Jameson Taillon is coming back from a cut on his pitching hand that healed so slowly that he entertained the thought of using urine to fix it. The minor-league affiliates were 0-4, although Eloy Jimenez had a nice night. Robinson Cano is suspended, A.J. Pollock is out 4-8 weeks, and the AL Central is still a mess. 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.

Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 15th, 2018: GOOD NEWS: Yoan Moncada will return to the Sox lineup on Tuesday. DOWN ON THE FARM: Birmingham was on the wrong side of a no-no and Kannapolis won thanks to Laz Rivera and Lincoln Henzman. AROUND MLB: the Supreme Court struck down a ban on sports gambling, and the Indians continued to be mediocre. 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.

The Rundown: Preview the upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs as Welington Castillo could be a good pick-to-click against Tyler Chatwood. Recap the action in the minor leagues as Eloy Jimenez extends his hitting streak to 14 games, and the Kannapolis Intimidators improve their record to 22-11. Highlighting scores around Major League Baseball as there were plenty of Grand Slams smacked around ballparks yesterday. 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.

Recorded: 5-9-2018 The Rundown: The Chicago White Sox struggles continue as Nate Jones gives up a three-run lead in the ninth as the Pittsburgh Pirates sweep the Sox Is Rick Renteria getting carried away pulling starters during games for not hustling? Is it time for Eloy Jimenez to face AAA pitching? Cubs/Sox preview 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.

Good morning, White Sox fans. Here's what's in today's Wake-Up Call: The Sox will still be searching for their first series win against a team that isn't the Royals after a disheartening loss to the Pirates on Tuesday night. * At least the Barons are still good The Dash, too. James Paxton throws a no-hitter, Dylan Bundy can't get anybody out, all AL Central teams are under .500 and there are two AL East teams at 25-10. 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.

Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 8, 2018: The White Sox were off Monday, which means they didn't lose! They also released an encouraging update on Danny Farquhar. In the minors, Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and the Birmingham Barons continued to mash with a late comeback victory. Around the majors, there were blowouts abound, plus the Sox two most recent opponents matched up. 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.

Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline.com The Rundown: We recap the weekend bringing back The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly as the White Sox have their worst start to a season since 1948. Our good friend, Jim Callis, joins the show to share his thoughts about the upcoming MLB Draft and who would be a good fit for the White Sox at pick 4. Plus, his thoughts about a potential Michael Kopech call up and which prospects are rising up the rankings board. Of course, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox including one about who would be a good choice as the White Sox radio play-by-play commentator. Presented by SeatGeek. Save $10 off tickets using promo code MACHINE - both for new and existing users. 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.

Air Date: 5/5/2018 Topics Positive takeaways from Carson Fulmer's start vs. Twins When should Michael Kopech be called up? Why did the White Sox trade for Trayce Thompson? What are the chances the White Sox sign Manny Machado in the 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.

The Rundown: Down 5-1, the White Sox comeback thanks to home runs by Daniel Palka and Trayce Thompson to beat the Twins, 6-5. Micker Adolfo and Luis Basabe homer to power the Dash to a sweep of Lynchburg Albert Pujols gets hit 2,999 but falls short of reaching the accomplishment at home. 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.

Recorded: 5/2/2018 The rundown: Even though the White Sox lost both games against St. Louis we saw good starts from Lucas Giolito and James Shields. We discuss what has been working for them and which pitches to watch for in upcoming starts to see if this success will continue. Yoan Moncada is banged up. Should manager Rick Renteria give him a break? Who should close games for the White Sox moving forward: Nate Jones or Joakim Soria? Preview the upcoming series against the Minnesota Twins Presented by SeatGeek 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.

Good morning. Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call: Last night: The White Sox defense tried to prop up a shaky bullpen, but the contact Joakim Soria allowed couldn't be flagged down, and he blew the save. Down on the farm: Michael Kopech is tested, Dylan Cease isn't, and the organization hands out awards. Around the league: Late homers aplenty, and Adam Eaton's ankle injury continues to be worse than initially expected. 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.

Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 1st: The White Sox had the day off in preparation for a two-game series against the Cardinals, starting tonight in St. Louis. Birmingham clubbed their way to an 11-7 victory, as Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and Seby Zavala all joined in on the hit parade. The Dodgers' pennant defense suffered a major blow with the announcement that Corey Seager will be undergoing Tommy John surgery. 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.

Guest: Joe Weil, the voice of the Winston-Salem Dash The rundown: Chicago White Sox wrap up the first month of the season with Matt Davidson leading the offense. Is his performance a mirage? We discuss what happened with Tim Anderson and Salvador Perez, and how players should handle on the field issues like this in the future. Our feature story is a deep dive look at the Winston-Salem Dash with broadcaster Joe Weil. He shares his insight on Dane Dunning, Dylan Cease, the outfield logjam, and how new manager Omar Vizquel handles it all. 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.