The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

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 out for the White Sox in a parallel universe. What if the White Sox didn't trade Fernando Tatis, Jr? What if they didn't claim Bobby Jenks off waivers in 2004? What if Ozzie Guillen didn't leave for the Marlins? What if they acquired Jake Arrieta? What if Frank Thomas was healthy in 2001 and 2004? These "what-if's" and more!

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 scoop about both players from Mets play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo. What are they like both on the field and in the clubhouse? What would the White Sox be getting if either of them end up on the South Side? (3:40) - Who is the real Michael Conforto? (13:30) - What kind of contract will Conforto get this offseason? (17:20) - Jeff McNeil seems like a perfect fit. But what about his fight with Francisco Lindor? (25:00) - What will the White Sox have to give up to acquire McNeil? (32:40) - What went wrong with the Mets last year?

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 Year Ron Kittle. They talk about how Hemond built the '83 White Sox, Hoyt the person and competitor, why they became known as the Winning Ugly White Sox, what it was like playing for Tony La Russa, and more.

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, what players will improve and regress in 2022, if the White Sox be playing in a different stadium in 2030 and if they should wear the Field of Dreams uniforms on Sundays. There are also questions about Yoan Moncada, Michael Kopech, the CBA, the Kimbrel/Madrigal trade and more. (3:15) - What does your perfect White Sox offseason look like? (9:10) - If you're in charge of the owners or players union, what do you want in the new CBA? (23:50) - Who can slam more beers, Lance Lynn or Jake Burger? (28:20) - All-time White Sox jerseys (34:30) - Where are the White Sox playing in the year 2030? (38:35) - Are you concerned about how Michael Kopech ended the season?

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 Duber to discuss. What player do they want to see under their White Sox Christmas tree? Who have been the biggest lumps of coal dating back to the start of the rebuild? What current or former White Sox player would make a good Santa? Plus, questions about Dallas Keuchel, Yermin Mercedes, spending big on a free agent and more! (4:10) - If you could gift the White Sox with any player, who would it be? (14:00) - Which former or current player would make the best Santa? (19:30) - Biggest lumps of coal dating back to the rebuild (26:00) - What should the White Sox do with Dallas Keuchel? (32:40) - How will the lockout impact the White Sox? (40:40) - What happened to Yermin Mercedes?

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 one vote shy of the Hall of Fame. Jenkins had Allen first on his ballot. He speaks with Chuck about the vote and why he believes Allen belongs in the Hall of Fame. Then, Chuck speaks with Allen's former White Sox teammate Carlos May about what made Allen such a special player, his famous Sports Illustrated cover, the new book about Allen entitled 'Chilli Dog MVP', and more. (3:05) - Ferguson Jenkins interview, Dick Allen was the 4th best hitter he ever faced (6:05) - Jenkins on how bad Allen wanted to get into the Hall of Fame (14:11) - Carlos May interview, Dick Allen was larger than life (21:25) - Stories of Dick Allen

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 Gossage in a raw, uncensored conversation about the White Sox 1972 AL MVP, what made him great and how he helped Gossage become a Hall of Fame Pitcher. Gossage also talks about the passing of former White Sox GM Roland Hemond and what he sees wrong in the game of baseball today. (3:09) - What made Dick Allen a Hall of Fame player? (10:16) - Allen was a better baserunner than Rickey Henderson?! (17:36) - If Dick Allen played today, he'd be the most dominant thing in baseball (24:00) - Goose on meeting Dick Allen for the first time (31:10) - What's wrong with the game today (earmuffs everyone) (37:40) - What's keeping Dick Allen out of the Hall of Fame

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 speaks with ESPN-1000 White Sox host Connor McKnight about the adjustments that Robert made that unlocked and unleashed all that is La Pantera. They compare his 2021 stats to Jose Abreu's MVP season in 2020 and why the future is so bright for budding superstar. (6:12) - Did Luis Robert's last season go under appreciated? (13:38) - Explaining what Luis Robert did after he came back from injury (20:44) - Comparing and contrasting Luis Robert's season and Jose Abreu's MVP season (27:40) - Jose Abreu discusses Luis Robert's future

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 McGuffey searched all over the league, looking at every single team to find the best trade candidates for the White Sox. The trades range from minor to absolute blockbusters. Come join the search party!

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 Chicago this offseason to become the new manager of the San Diego Padres. Then, they discuss why he and Minnie Minoso had a rift for so many years and what Ozzie did to fix it, why he’s hoping the White Sox retire his number sooner rather than later, and more. (3:40) - Ozzie on the MLB lockout, how long he thinks it will last and how it compares to the 1994 strike (33:00) - How he almost became the manager of the Padres this offseason (44:24) - His rift with Minnie Minoso and what Ozzie did to fix it (54:15) - Will the White Sox retire Ozzie's number?

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 groundbreaking career. On the podcast, Chuck Garfien speaks with Charlie and Sharon Rice-Minoso, son and wife of the late White Sox Hall of Famer. They share stories about Minnie, the barriers he faced as a player and what his election means to the family. Chuck also speaks with White Sox great Bill Melton about Minoso, as well as Melton's former teammates Jim Kaat who was also elected to the Hall of Fame and Dick Allen who came up one vote short. Then, Chuck talks with baseball writer Shakeia Taylor about the impact Minoso continues to have on the game today.

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 podcast crew talk about the signings the Sox made before the lockout. Hear Rick Hahn on their pursuit of splashy moves and why he expects the team to be better come Opening Day. They also discuss the lightning rod that is Leury Garcia.

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 agreement to expire without a new deal. Meaning, the MLB lockout is here. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber, and Maddie Lee talk about the main issues driving the lockout, what kind of changes could be in store for the game when the lockout might end, and more. (2:30) - Baseball heads to a lockout (8:50) - Max Scherzer speaks about the issues of tanking by teams (14:15) - How can the league end tanking? (19:50) - What does realignment in baseball look like? (25:00) - What do the owners want vs what do the players want?

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, Mets, and Mariners? What do they do now about second base with Marcus Semien and others off the board? Will they make a big move before a lockout possibly arrives on Thursday? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber are here to break it all down. (2:30) - White Sox fans are having FOMO with all the money being spent around baseball (10:30) - Have the Sox spent enough money? (19:20) - Who should the Sox go after? (29:30) - Trevor Story? A White Sox? (38:00) - Better offseason, Mets or Rangers so far?

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 Jesse Rogers about Graveman and what other deals could be on the horizon for the White Sox. Is Marcus Semien a realistic possibility for second base? What about former Cubs Kyle Schwarber or Anthony Rizzo for a lefty power bat? Jesse also has the latest on CBA negotiations and more.

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 two putouts to clinch the 2005 World Series, what made him such a beloved teammate and more. Plus, Ozzie Guillen, A.J. Pierzynski and Aaron Rowand tell stories about what it was like to be teammates with Uribe from a conversation in 2020.

What free agents are signing where this offseason? Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey give their predictions, including which free agents will end up with the White Sox. Everyone from Marcus Semien and Nick Castellanos to Carlos Correa and Carlos Rodon. The Hot Stove season is here! (2:00) - What predictions we got right last offseason (9:00) - Where will Carlos Rodon land? (18:00) - Will the White Sox sign Marcus Semien? (27:20) - Yes or no on Michael Conforto? (45:30) - The case for the White Sox to sign Kyle Schwarber (51:00) - Will Leury García be back in a White Sox uniform?

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 Era Committee votes on December 5th? Chuck Garfien and Chris Kamka explain the case for Minoso, the impact he made in the game both on the field and off of it and why this could and should be the year that Minoso finally gets into Cooperstown. (3:00) - Why does Minnie Minoso belong in the Hall of Fame? (10:30) - Minoso's stats would have been a lot better if allowed to play earlier (20:08) - What did Minoso bring to the White Sox? (24:40) -Eduardo Pérez and Bob Kendrick make the case for Minnie Minoso (33:44) - Joe Posnanski on why Minoso belongs in the Hall of Fame

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 Scott Boras spoke with the media and explained what kind of deal his client Carlos Rodon is looking for in free agency. How does this affect the White Sox? Plus, Rick Hahn told reporters that they might end up trading Craig Kimbrel. They talk about why this most likely ends up happening. (2:00) - Scott Boras speaks on Carlos Rodon (7:40) - Would things be different if Carlos Rodon ended the season healthy? (13:10) - Scott Boras is holding meetings with teams on potential players the Whtie Sox could be interested in (20:00) - Introducing White Sox prospect Yolbert Sanchez

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 his 2021 breakout season, the unforgettable experience starting in the Blackout Game, and why White Sox starters struggled against the Astros in the ALDS. He talks about tipping pitches, possibly losing Carlos Rodon in free agency, Michael Kopech's potential as a starter, playing for Tony La Russa, his love for disc golf and a whole lot more.

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 Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber, and Maddie Lee to discuss the White Sox decision on Rodon and why the White Sox allowed him to test free agency without getting a draft pick in return. Plus, could Dallas Keuchel have a comeback season next year like Rodon had this year?

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 McGuffey break it all down. Among the topics: what he learned about his team after the loss to the Astros in the ALDS, roles next season for Michael Kopech, Garrett Crochet, Andrew Vaughn, and Gavin Sheets. Plus, Carlos Rodon's future with the team, the trade deadline moves that went sour, and more.

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 Gordon Beckham who was a TV analyst for both the White Sox and the Braves this season. Gordon shares his thoughts on what put the Braves over the top and how the White Sox came up short in the playoffs. Chuck closes the podcast with two more reasons why the Braves won it all and how the White Sox can improve in 2022. (2:45) - What's the difference between the Atlanta Braves and the rest of the league? (7:40) - The White Sox trades at the deadline didn't work this season (14:25) - What can the Sox do to improve their chances of winning the World Series? (20:55) - Should the Sox look into signing Joc Pederson

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 candidates. They talk free agents. They talk trades. Who they'd most like to see end up on the South Side and who they see the White Sox eventually signing or acquiring! (2:00) - What happened with Cesar Hernandez? (8:40) - Could there be a White Sox reunion with Marcus Semien? (26:10) - Javy Baez. Think about that... (36:30) - Let's talk trades! (50:51) - Who will be the White Sox second baseman next season?

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 of the top 9 free agents who can fill the void in right field for the White Sox. How would this affect the playing time of Andrew Vaughn and Gavin Sheets? Some intriguing possibilities for the White Sox front office. (2:40) - White Sox can't seem to find right fielders (8:00) - Should Gavin Sheets and Andrew Vaughn be the answers at right field? (16:30) - Will the White Sox spend big on Nick Castellanos and others? (35:10) - Starling Marte, maybe? Would that mean moving Luis Robert to right field? (44:00) - What about Guff's favorite guy...?

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 #2 prospect Yoelkis Cespedes who completed his first minor league season and is playing right now in the Arizona Fall League. How close is he to the majors? They also discuss Cuban prospect Oscar Colas, Yolbert Sanchez, Colson Montgomery, Micker Adolfo and the White Sox prospect you should be following who is flying under the radar.

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 Chris Kamka look back at their preseason predictions which covered a wide range of topics; Lance Lynn innings, Nick Madrigal home runs, White Sox total wins, who they would acquire at the deadline, and more. And if you're wondering who made the worst White Sox predictions....it wasn't us. (3:05) - The predictions nobody predicted...plus the worst predictions! (12:10) - Stats for Lance Lynn, Andrew Vaughn and Dylan Cease (24:36) - Would there be a fight between the Sox and Twins...? (32:30) - Who was the offseason MVP and who led the team in TWTW? (43:50) - White Sox total wins and bold predictions for the 2021 season. Ohh boy.

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 why the Astros beat the White Sox in the ALDS and what moves the White Sox might make in the off-season. They also talk about Michael Kopech, Dylan Cease, Yasmani Grandal, Craig Kimbrel, Dallas Keuchel, and more. (3:23) - What happened to the White in the Astros series, how do they compare and how can they improve? (16:00) - Did the Astros have extra information on the White Sox during the series? (21:30) - Will Michael Kopech be a starter next year? (26:39) - What happened with Craig Kimbrel? (35:00) - What kind of moves will the White Sox make this offseason?

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 exit from the playoffs, who the White Sox were in 2021, who they weren't, and who they need to be to win a World Series title. (2:35) - Were the White Sox close to winning a World Series this year? (10:30) - How much of the series loss is on Tony LaRussa's managing? (17:00) - Was the narrative true about the Sox not being able to win against playoff teams? (38:00) - Was this season a failure for the White Sox? (47:00) - The playoff atmosphere at Guaranteed Rate Field

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 why the White Sox lost Game 4 as well as the series. Plus, was there any truth behind Ryan Tepera's sneaky stuff comments about the Astros possibly cheating during the series? And what about Tony La Russa accusing the Astros of hitting Jose Abreu on purpose at the end of Game 4? Was he right? Ozzie thinks so.

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 Side. Chuck Garfien breaks down the wild night. Chuck interviews Leury Garcia after his mammoth 3-run homer. Tim Anderson had 3 more hits. He speaks with Chuck and Ozzie Guillen. It was definitely a night to remember.

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 McGuffey break down everything that went wrong in the 9-4 loss in Game 2. Where was Michael Kopech? What's happened to Craig Kimbrel? Where's the power? Who's starting Game 3? And most importantly, how do the White Sox come back to win the series?

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 the White Sox. Why didn't Lance Lynn mix up more of his pitches? Should Lucas Giolito have started Game 1 instead? Was Lance McCullers that good? Plus, Jose Abreu coming back from illness and why the White Sox have a better chance to win Game 2 and more.

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 with Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber, and Maddie Lee. They discuss Jose Abreu getting the flu, the decision to give Lance Lynn the ball in Game 1, Tony vs. Dusty, which White Sox players will have a big series, who's going to win the series, and more.

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 Blum who’s now the Houston Astros TV analyst for AT&T SportsNet Southwest. They talk about Lance Lynn’s struggles and Lucas Giolito's success against the Astros, why Tim Anderson should have a big series, the under-the-radar Astros hitter the White Sox need to worry about, Tony La Russa’s comeback as White Sox manager, why the Astros will win the series, why the Astros will lose the series and more. (2:44) - Reliving the 2005 World Series (10:20) - Lucas Giolito vs. the Astros lineup (23:10) - Unstoppable force meets the immovable object. White Sox pitchers get strikeouts and Astros hitters don't strikeout (31:20) - Predictions for the series

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 Sox rotation in the playoffs. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey speak about his pressure-packed performance and how the White Sox might use him in the playoffs. Together with Michael Kopech? Plus, they give an appreciation for Rodon who after having the worst season of his career came back and had his very best. And you'll hear Rodon's post-game interview with Jason Benetti and Steve Stone. (3:30) - Rodon's comeback and breaking down his play as the Sox head into the playoffs (8:00) - Celebrating the insane season Carlos Rodon just had (11:23) - Jason Benetti and Steve Stone interview Rodon (15:30) - When will Carlos Rodon pitch in the playoffs? (22:40) - What grade would you give Rodon's performance on his last regular season start?

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. They talk about his biggest playoff moments and why an injury in August helped make it all happen. Crede also explains why the White Sox might not be clicking right now, and why they might turn out to be dangerous when the playoffs begin. Then, Chuck talks about the Tigers hitting Jose Abreu on Monday, the benches clearing, and why it needed to happen. (3:45) - Joe Crede coming back from an injury in the middle of the 2005 season (11:20) - What kind of focus should the White Sox have going into the playoffs (19:00) - What was it like heading into the 2005 World Series (28:30) - Who on the current Sox could potentially have a Joe Crede-type post-season run? (30:55) - Benches clearing scuffle vs the Tigers

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 Guillen and Gordon Beckham to talk about their division title, Anderson's big 2-homer game, how they have much bigger goals in mind and more. Then Chuck talks about Michael Kopech's role in the playoffs and if the White Sox might end up facing the Rays in the ALDS. (2:30) - White Sox manager Tony La Russa (6:54) - White Sox GM Rick Hahn (11:10) - Tim Anderson

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 speaks with Vinnie Duber. Ryan McGuffey and Maddie Lee who all traveled to Detroit to potentially cover the White Sox clinching the AL Central. They talk about Carlos Rodon's latest setback and if he'll be able to pitch in the playoffs, the up and down White Sox offense, the trades of Craig Kimbrel and Cesar Hernandez, and more.

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 to get to the next step in his development, a recent mechanical adjustment made by Craig Kimbrel, how Lance Lynn wants to become a five-pitch pitcher and stay in the majors into his 40's. Plus, info on Carlos Rodon, Michael Kopech, Dallas Keuchel and Reynaldo Lopez. (2:40) - The key to Dylan Cease's development this year (7:05) - Katz on the adjustment Kopech has had to make from a starter to a bullpen arm (14:30) - The strong mentality of the pitching staff (17:10) - Lance Lynn trying to become a five-pitch pitcher

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 talks about what it was like managing against Ozzie, why "the sky is the limit" for Luis Robert, what makes Shoehei Ohtani so special, and more. Then, they speak with Hendriks about his first White Sox season, having Craig Kimbrel as a teammate, Ruby the Tarot Card Reader, and more. (3:30) - Joe Maddon on managing against Ozzie (7:20) - Maddon discusses what kind of player and person Shoehei Ohtani is (14:30) - Liam Hendriks interview (19:20) - Hendriks on receiving hate from fans on the way he pitches

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 homer against the Red Sox on Sunday, "We call him the legend." So, why does García have such legendary status inside the White Sox clubhouse and why should White Sox fans appreciate all that is Leury García? Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, and Ryan McGuffey break it all down. Plus, hear why Ozzie Guillén believes he's Tony La Russa's MVP. (3:00) - Leury García's mixed reviews from fans and media alike (7:00) - Tony La Russa is not here for the Leury "Utility" talk (17:00) - Ozzie Guillén has Leury as his White Sox MVP (24:25) - As García heads to free agency, will the Sox bring him back AND where will he play? (29:00) - Did the White Sox win the Leury García/Alex Ríos trade

On September 11, 2001, the White Sox were in New York City to play the Yankees when the World Trade Center was attacked. Paul Konerko woke up in the team hotel that morning to a city in chaos. Chuck Garfien speaks with Konerko about his experience that day, how the White Sox made it back to Chicago and how 9-11 continues to affect him 20 years later. Konerko also talks about the 2021 White Sox and their chances in the post-season.

Oakland might be a house of horrors for the White Sox, but not to Jimmy Lambert. The White Sox starter came up from Triple-A and shut down the A’s for his first major league victory. How did he do it? Lambert speaks with Chuck Garfien about everything that happened on the field and behind the scenes, including almost getting hit by the foul ball that nailed Eloy Jimenez in the knee, as well as the massive beer shower that his teammates gave him after the game. Lambert also talks about his bumpy road from the minors to the majors, coming back from Tommy John surgery to nail down his first MLB win, and why he believes there’s plenty more coming in his future.

There is a method to the madness that is Yasmani Grandal who's putting up a group of numbers we've never seen before in baseball history. Seriously. Chuck Garfien speaks with stat guru Chris Kamka about Grandal's unique offensive season. They dig into all of the numbers to explain why Grandal is the unicorn he is and what he means to the White Sox offense.

Talk about a fun conversation. It's the Chicago Bulls broadcasting team of Adam Amin and Stacey King who are switching sports on Friday, calling the White Sox-Royals game on NBC Sports Chicago as subs for Jason Benetti and Steve Stone. Adam and Stacey came on the podcast to talk about their excitement of broadcasting a White Sox game, their on-air chemistry, how Chuck broke in Stacey as a broadcaster in 2004, which White Sox players would make great basketball players and vise versa, how Adam has recharged Stacey’s career, their excitement for the Bulls and much more. (3:00) - Chuck and Stacey's first broadcast together (10:00) - The Bulls broadcast team getting to announce (20:00) - Bulls and Sox are both relevant at the same time (27:40) - Which player from the Bull would fit in the Sox lineup and which Sox would fit on the Bulls?

The White Sox have been in first place in the AL Central for over three months, but are they ready for what's to come when the playoffs start in October? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and White Sox Insider Vinnie Duber discuss where the White Sox are at the moment and if they are ready for a deep run in the playoffs. Plus, Tony La Russa talks about how the White Sox need to be peaking in October, whether it's better to go into the playoffs with a big lead or fighting it out for a playoff spot and more.

Here comes round two of White Sox fans taking over the podcast. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber to address the questions, ideas, and concerns of White Sox fans. Among the topics: Tony La Russa's handling of the bullpen, if bad fundamentals will cost the White Sox in the playoffs, the roles for Michael Kopech and Garrett Crochet next season, and more. Plus, if you could choose one player from the 2005 World Series champion White Sox and put him on the 2021 White Sox, who would it be? (3:10) - Overall review of Tony La Russa's handling of the pitching staff (8:30) - If you can pick 1 player from 2005 and add them to the 2021 team, who would you pick? (16:53) - Will the Sox's record vs above .500 teams still be a point of discussion? Best hairstyle on the White Sox (24:00) - Will fundamentals be the reason why the White Sox lose in the playoffs? (28:50) - Why doesn't Andrew Vaughn play every day?

The fans are back to take over the podcast! Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber to answer questions and concerns of White Sox fans. How should Tony La Russa manage the 8th and 9th innings with Craig Kimbrel and Liam Hendriks? Does Dylan Cease have the edge over Dallas Keuchel in a 4-man playoff rotation? What happened on that 3-0 pitch to Vladimir Guerrero? Plus, the 2021 White Sox vs. the 1983 White Sox, negative White Sox Twitter, prepping for the playoffs, and more! (3:40) - Should Liam Hendriks and Craig Kimbrel switch spots in the 8th and 9th innings? (9:45) - What do you think about the trades for Kimbrel and Cesar Hernandez? (18:55) - Who should be the 4th starter in the playoffs...Dylan Cease or Dallas Keuchel? (29:05) - Should Tony La Russa's decision making be called into question over Lance Lynn pitching to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. on a 3-0 count? (38:50) - How should the White Sox be preparing for the playoffs?

After going 3-3 against the defending AL Champion Tampa Bay Rays during the regular season, how would the White Sox do against the Rays if they meet in the playoffs? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey speak with Dave Wills, the longtime radio voice of the Rays. He explains how the Rays continue to win despite injuries and a low payroll and why he wouldn't want to face the White Sox in a playoff series. They also talk about Tim Anderson's rise in popularity, what he means to the White Sox and more.