The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

The virtual Winter Meetings are here, and the White Sox Talk Podcast will be on every day this week to keep fans up to date on the latest rumors involving the South Siders. To kick off the week, Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber discuss some of the big-name candidates that could fit the bill for the White Sox right-field vacancy, including George Springer and Joc Pederson. Also, the crew discusses and debates: Should the White Sox look into a reunion with Adam Eaton? Chuck talks with Eaton's former teammate Howie Kendrick to discuss how Eaton would fit with Tony La Russa and a White Sox team with championship expectations. (2:18) - Reports that the White Sox are out on George Springer because the price is too high (5:24) - White Sox more likely to go after former Dodgers outfielder Joc Pederson (7:30) - Fan reaction to Chuck's idea that the White Sox could bring back Adam Eaton (13:58) - Howie Kendrick discusses what Eaton was like as a teammate (18:53) - What are Eaton's red flags?

The 2020 Winter Meetings are going to be much different this year but GMs and executives across the league are still discussing trades like every other year, including your Chicago White Sox. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by former Executive of the Year and baseball insider for CBS Sports Jim Bowden as they discuss the rumors that the Sox are looking for another starting pitcher in the trading market with Rangers pitcher Lance Lynn and Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Blake Snell being a few of the targets. The White Sox are trying to make that big step into being a contender right now. (2:30) - Bowden confirms that the Sox have interest in Lance Lynn (6:52) - Chances that Blake Snell could be a White Sox (9:45) - Bowden not sure about another Cubs/Sox trade happening this year. (14:16) - How much activity will there be this year at the Winter Meetings? (19:30) - What would it take to get Blake Snell?

The MLB non-tender deadline has come and gone, with the White Sox non-tendering Carlos Rodón and Nomar Mazara. But other players who were non-tendered by their teams suddenly join the list of free-agent options for the White Sox. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey discuss the Rodón and Mazara moves and the players the White Sox could possibly pick up, including former Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses the announcement of the White Sox coaching staff and react to quotes from the new staff about their expectations for Tony La Russa and the 2021 White Sox. (2:40) - Reaction to Carlos Rodón being non-tendered by the White Sox after never meeting expectations due to injury (5:40) - Nomar Mazara was a big swing and a miss for the White Sox (9:50) - Should Eddie Rosario be a target for the White Sox? (17:39) - Would Kyle Schwarber be a one-year fit at DH for the White Sox? (26:05) - White Sox announce Tony La Russa’s coaching staff, including Miguel Cairo as the new bench coach (34:14) - Frank Menechino: "It is World Series or bust" (40:58) - Will any of the names mentioned in the podcast be on the White Sox in 2021?

Hot stove season is here, and rumors involving some of the best players in the game are swirling. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber discuss why the White Sox should be in the running to acquire Tampa Bay Rays ace Blake Snell. The crew discusses how a deal could happen, what would the White Sox rotation look like if they did acquire him and what would it take to make the trade. (2:20) - How would Blake Snell fit in the White Sox rotation? (7:46) - Are the White Sox the best team to complete a trade with the Rays? (14:28) - Are the White Sox willing to part ways with Michael Kopech for Blake Snell? (24:58) - Other potential trade options for the White Sox, including Sonny Gray and Lance Lynn (31:09) - Which pitcher would be better for the White Sox to pursue, Blake Snell or Yu Darvish? (39:35) - If there isn't way to trade for Snell, Gray or Lynn without Kopech, should the White Sox deal him?

If the White Sox are looking to make an upgrade in right field, they might not have to look too far to find one. With rumors circulating about a potential breakup between Kris Bryant and the Cubs, should the White Sox look to bring Bryant to the South Side? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are joined by Cubs Talk Podcast host David Kaplan to discuss the chances the Cubs will let the former MVP move on and what it would take for the White Sox to get him. (3:48) - What are Cubs fans expecting to receive in a trade for Kris Bryant? (7:40) - Would Jed Hoyer do another trade with the White Sox? (10:20) - What would the White Sox have to give up in a trade for Bryant? (14:20) - What are the pros and cons of trading for Bryant? (18:10) - Will the Cubs non-tender Bryant if they can't find a trade partner? (20:00) - What are the chances the Bryant gets traded to the White Sox?

After two long years dealing with injuries and depression, Jake Burger is healthy and back in action. Chuck Garfien is joined by the White Sox former 1st round pick to discuss his journey to become a better version of himself, his breakthroughs in 2020 and earning a spot on the White Sox 40-man roster. (3:00) - How Burger is feeling today (9:00) - Why his struggles prepared him for the pandemic (19:05) - A great story about facing Garrett Crochet in intrasquad games (24:15) - How his family and friends helped him get through the hard times (33:08) - What it means to be added to the White Sox 40-man roster

Mark Buehrle is without question one of the greatest White Sox players ever. But was he good enough to be elected into the Hall of Fame? Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB Network's Brian Kenny to discuss Buehrle's case for Cooperstown and what might keep him out. Chuck and Brian also discuss Tony La Russa and his fit with the White Sox. (2:44) - Mark Buehrle's Hall of Fame chances (7:40) - Buehrle's player comparisons (11:25) - Measuring longevity versus excellence (16:40) - Will Buehrle be more appreciated in the next four or five years? (20:30) - Was Tony La Russa the right fit for the White Sox?

With Hot Stove season underway, it's time to dive into free agency. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber predict where 10 of the top free agents will wind up signing, including predictions for the White Sox free-agent haul. (3:00) - How many teams will be spending on free agents this year? (10:00) - José Quintana (13:09) - Jackie Bradley Jr. (15:05) - James McCann (18:02) - Michael Brantley (21:50) - Alex Colomé (25:40) - Liam Hendricks (28:30) - Marcell Ozuna (33:50) - George Springer (45:09) - J.T. Realmuto (46:38) - Trevor Bauer

White Sox first baseman José Abreu is the American League MVP after a career year during the 2020 season. Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka to break down Abreu's season and what lies ahead for the White Sox. Later in the podcast, the crew discusses the fan reaction to Tony La Russa's DUI charge and wonder how the players will receive La Russa when the 2021 season begins. (2:25) - José Abreu wins MVP (8:20) - AL MVP runners up (14:00) - What does this MVP mean to Abreu? (22:00) - Abreu's thoughts on Tony La Russa (26:00) - Building a winning organization

According to reports, new White Sox manager Tony La Russa was charged with a DUI one day before he was officially hired by the White Sox. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss and react to the news and what it might mean for the White Sox going forward. Later in the podcast, Chuck and Ryan are joined by USA Today's Bob Nightengale to discuss the charge and the details around it. (2:05) - How White Sox fans are reacting to the news (7:20) - Awkwardness of Rick Renteria finishing second in AL Manager of the Year vote (11:34) - Bob Nightengale joins the podcast (15:50) - How should the White Sox handle this situation? (20:35) - Marcus Stroman tweets seeming refusal to play for Tony La Russa (24:30) - Will White Sox fans get over this?

Chuck Garfien speaks with legendary baseball writer Peter Gammons about what he saw from the White Sox in 2020, what they might do this offseason, what free agents will sign where and more. (3:45) - Are the White Sox ready to contend? (6:25) - Why Michael Brantley is a good fit with the White Sox (14:40) - Where will Trevor Bauer and George Springer sign? (22:05) - How teams might structure their pitching staffs in 2021 (24:40) - What about Jackie Bradley Jr or Andrew Benetendi for the White Sox? (33:00) - Gammons memories covering Tom Seaver's 300th win

Has James McCann played his final game with the White Sox? Chuck Garfien speaks with the free agent catcher about his status this offseason and if there's a chance he could sign with the White Sox, his thoughts on the firing of Rick Renteria, the hiring of Tony La Russa, his connection with Lucas Giolito and more. 02:45 - His status as a free agent and how the pandemic could affect his market 10:10 - How the season ended in Oakland 14:00 - Why he thinks Tony La Russa is the right fit for the White Sox 20:40 - His connection with Lucas Giolito 26:45 - What it was like playing the season during the pandemic 32:05 - More on McCann's free agency

In a fun and lively conversation with Chuck Garfien, 7-foot center Frank Kaminsky of the Phoenix Suns talks about his all-time favorite team: the White Sox. He tells the story about why he was in tears during Game 2 of the 2005 World Series, why he likes the hiring of Tony La Russa, hates the Cubs and much more. 03:25 - Growing up a White Sox fan. 06:20 - Why he cried after Paul Konerko’s grand slam in the World Series. 08:20 - Why he likes the hiring of Tony La Russa 21:45 - Wearing a Cubs Bartman jersey to a Bulls game in 2016 36:15 - Playing in the NBA bubble with the Phoenix Suns 40:10 - Wanting to be Frank Thomas when he grew up

In a conversation with Chuck Garfien, Ozzie Guillén talks for the first time since being notified by the White Sox that they would not interview him for their managerial opening. Chuck and Ozzie have a long discussion about how Ozzie felt about not getting the chance to interview, his thoughts on Tony La Russa getting the job and whether he thinks La Russa will succeed in his second stint as the White Sox manager. (2:34) - Where does Ozzie stand on the Tony La Russa hire? (9:15) - Is La Russa going to fix the issues the White Sox had last season? (15:30) - Ozzie says if the White Sox had hired A.J. Hinch it would have hurt him (24:32) - Will La Russa fit in with the personality of the team? (30:00) - Rick Renteria could be your friend, but La Russa will be your manager (42:32) - La Russa could be the best free-agent addition -- player or manager -- the White Sox have made in years.

Tony La Russa's hiring as the new White Sox manager has been greeted with mixed reactions from South Side baseball fans. But La Russa is undoubtedly one of baseball's all-time winners. Seeking insight on what it's like to play on winning La Russa teams, Chuck Garfien talked to three-time World Series champ and 1989 World Series MVP Dave Stewart, who won it all with La Russa's Oakland A's. The two discuss what it was like playing for La Russa, the type of manager he'll be for the White Sox and the kind of winning mentality he'll bring to the organization. (2:49) - Dave Stewart discusses what Tony La Russa brings to a team (9:10) - The different ways La Russa manages his bullpen (13:17) - What does La Russa think about baseball players' calls for social justice? (19:10) - Will La Russa allow his players to show their personalities on the field? (25:23) - Chuck's review of the Stewart interview

The White Sox have found their guy. Tony La Russa is back for a second stint as the South Side skipper, this time tasked with taking a young, talented team from rebuilders to contenders to World Series champions. Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber and Adam Hoge to discuss the hiring of La Russa and the ensuing fan reaction. (2:30) - First reactions to the hiring of Tony La Russa (8:15) - Did the White Sox do a thorough search, or was La Russa the focus all along? (16:28) - La Russa speaks about personality in baseball and bat flipping (23:20) - If the White Sox win, will people get over the hire? (36:20) - La Russa speaks on social justice and the modern athlete

With buzz increasing that Tony La Russa could be the next White Sox manager, Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber are joined by longtime St. Louis Cardinals writer Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch to discuss what kind of skipper the White Sox would be getting in La Russa. The crew discusses whether La Russa would be on board with bat-flipping, how he would work with younger players in the modern game and how he would help get the White Sox to the World Series. (2:52) - What kind of manager would the White Sox be getting in La Russa if he's hired? (8:52) - Is La Russa too old school to manage in today's game? (13:10) - Is it surprising that La Russa wants to come back and manage? (16:38) - Does La Russa just want to scratch his competitive itch? (20:30) - Would La Russa be hired to groom the next manager?

Due to the amount of responses to the White Sox Talk bat signal, Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber come back to answer another batch of fan questions. In Part 2, the crew discusses whether the White Sox could sign White Sox killer Nelson Cruz, if the White Sox should bring back the 1983 road uniforms and if Rick Hahn should have received more blame for how the season ended. All that and more as fans continue to take over the podcast. (2:05) - Is there a chance the White Sox could sign Nelson Cruz? (10:20) - Has Dane Dunning locked down a spot in the rotation for next year? (17:55) - Should the White Sox bring back the 1983 road uniforms? (20:16) - Did Rick Hahn get a pass on how poorly the White Sox finished this year? (29:04) - Could there be an under-the-radar free agent for the White Sox to sign? (36:48) - Which food stand is the first you'd visit when Guaranteed Rate Field opens back up to fans?

Chuck Garfien sent out the White Sox Bat signal and asked for your questions and you delivered. Chuck is joined by teammates Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber as they answer White Sox fans questions about the manager search, the holes in the roster, what Sox fans should be expecting in the 2021 season and more. (3:20) - Will the White Sox hire A.J. Hinch right after the World Series? (10:00) - How much will the White Sox spend this season? (20:17) - Should the White Sox trade Yasmani Grandal? (30:45) - Should the White Sox pursue Joc Pederson? (37:14) - When will Trevor Bauer sign with the White Sox?

The White Sox continue to search for a new manager to replace Rick Renteria, but this offseason will require them to fill other holes, as well. What better way to do that than with free agents? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber take turns heading down the aisles and picking out free agents for the White Sox to sign this winter. (3:00) - How will the pandemic impact free agency? (9:32) - Should the White Sox try to re-sign Alex Colomé? (16:36) - How would George Springer impact the White Sox lineup? (23:03) - Should Trevor Bauer be the No. 1 target for the White Sox? (29:30) - Finding a better starting pitcher than Cease, Kopech and Dunning in free agency

Host Chuck Garfien, Chris Kamka and Ryan McGuffey discuss why Tony La Russa might not return to Chicago to manage the White Sox. They review an interview La Russa did last winter explaining his concerns about managing again. They also play sound from Jerry Reinsdorf, Dave Dombrowski and Joe Torre who expressed doubt that La Russa will ever return to the dugout. (3:10) - Is Tony La Russa the right fit for the White Sox? (12:55) - La Russa talks about why he'd manage again and why he won't (24:30) - Dombrowski and Reinsdorf speak about La Russa coming back to manage (41:40) - Will La Russa change his mind and come back to manage the White Sox?

To the surprise of many White Sox fans, Hall of Fame manager Tony La Russa has seemingly become the front runner for the White Sox managerial opening, according to USA Today's Bob Nightengale. In a jam-packed episode, Nightengale joins host Chuck Garfien to discuss how La Russa became the hot candidate and his chances of being the first manager to manage after entering the Hall of Fame. Later in the podcast, Chuck is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Adam Hoge to discuss the report. Then, Hawk Harrelson — who fired La Russa from his post as Sox manager in 1986 — joins Chuck to discuss his relationship with La Russa. (2:32) - Nightengale believes La Russa's ties to the White Sox are strong (7:26) - What happens if Rick Hahn and Kenny Williams don't want La Russa and prefer A.J. Hinch? (10:10) - Nightengale says "It's La Russa's job to lose" (12:40) - Ryan McGuffey and Adam Hoge join Chuck to discuss Nightengale's report (34:27) - Hawk Harrelson interview on his feelings about La Russa possibly returning to the White Sox (42:28) - Chuck, Guff, and Adam discuss if La Russa will become the White Sox manager

The search is on for the next manager of the White Sox. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Astros broadcaster and former White Sox World Series hero Geoff Blum to discuss two candidates Blum knows from their time with the Astros: A.J. Hinch and Alex Cora. What makes them great managers? Who would be the best fit with the White Sox? How do they overcome the Astros cheating scandal? And could Hinch help bring free agents like George Springer and Michael Brantley to the White Sox? (5:05) - How big is the White Sox job? (12:10) - Who's the better fit for the White Sox? (16:22) - How will they get beyond the cheating scandal? (23:20) - Could Hinch bring Springer and Brantley with him to the White Sox?

The White Sox are officially looking for a new manager and a new pitching coach after parting ways with Rick Renteria and Don Cooper. Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber, and Adam Hoge to discuss what led to these franchise-altering decisions, where the White Sox stand, who they could turn to lead the team from here, and some of the other important issues surrounding the White Sox offseason. (2:45) - Was it time to make a change at manager? (14:00) - Did Rick Hahn come to his final decision based on how the season ended? (24:16) - Rich Hahn discusses what he is looking for in an ideal candidate (29:47) - Rick Hahn explains why he's not considering Ozzie Guillén for the job (40:12) - How will the Sox address the lack of production from right field and DH? (52:02) - Final thoughts on the immediate future of the White Sox

Chuck Garfien is joined by legendary White Sox broadcaster Steve Stone to discuss the ups and downs of the 2020 White Sox season, what went wrong after clinching a playoff spot and what the future looks like for this team. (2:10) - How will White Sox fans remember the 2020 season? (10:00) - The White Sox issues at DH (19:30) - Dissecting the Game 3 loss to the A's (27:50) - How should the White Sox attack free agency? (33:20) - Predictions for the White Sox offseason

Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber to analyze what went wrong in the playoffs with the White Sox, what possible changes could be in store in the offseason and what the future looks like in 2021 and beyond. (1:25) - How would you describe the White Sox 2020 season? (9:20) - What did the end of the season reveal about the White Sox and Rick Renteria? (17:50) - How to evaluate the team with World Series expectations in mind (27:20) - Will James McCann be back in 2021? (33:20) - What will free agency be like this offseason? (45:35) - White Sox TV growth in 2020 was the highest in baseball

After a fun rollercoaster ride in 2020, the season came to a screeching halt on Thursday with a 6-4 loss to the A's in Game 3. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ozzie Guillén and Frank Thomas to discuss how it all fell apart, the bullpen decisions made by Rick Renteria in the elimination game and what's in store for the White Sox in the future. (1:40) - Sox fans are hurt and disappointed (10:27) - How the White Sox lost the lead and the game (23:00) - Handling pressure in an elimination game (27:50) - Tim Anderson reacts to the loss (31:15) - Rick Renteria talks to the media (35:02) - Could Renteria have managed the series better? (38:20) - What free agents should the White Sox re-sign?

The White Sox lost Game 2 of their AL Wild Card Series with the Oakland Athletics to set up a win-or-go-home Game 3 on Thursday. Chuck Garfien is joined by Ozzie Guillen, Frank Thomas and Ryan McGuffey to break down everything from Game 2: Dallas Keuchel's struggles, Nick Madrigal's errors, the late comeback in the final innings and more. Plus, who will start for the White Sox in the pivotal Game 3? (1:58) - Odd moves by A's manager Bob Melvin (5:54) - Nick Madrigal's play in Game 2 (8:00) - Who's in the lineup in Game 3? (13:40) - Dane Dunning should get the start in Game 3 (18:15) - Breaking down Dallas Keuchel's start (27:50) - Which team is feeling the most pressure?

Chuck Garfien is joined by Ozzie Guillen, Frank Thomas and Ryan McGuffey to discuss the dominant pitching of Lucas Giolito, the hitting of Adam Engel and Tim Anderson and the MVP-caliber play of José Abreu in the White Sox big win in their playoff opener in Oakland. (2:20) - The White Sox got it done early (7:08) - Lucas Giolito's performance in his postseason debut (13:05) - The A's decision to start a left-handed pitcher (21:44) - Chuck and Guff break down the Game 1 win

The White Sox are starting their first playoff series in 12 years, and there's excitement in White Sox Nation. Chuck Garfien is joined by Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey as they preview the AL Wild Card Series between the White Sox and Oakland Athletics. Whether it's pitching matchups, ideal lineups or series predictions, the crew has you covered as what the White Sox hope is a lengthy playoff run begins. (2:40) - The White Sox fell to the No. 7 seed in the AL (10:08) - Game 1 is an excellent opportunity for the White Sox (18:33) - How should the White Sox set their lineup? (26:14) - Chances the White Sox win the series (35:04) - Series predictions

Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ozzie Guillen and Frank Thomas as they wrap up the White Sox regular season and preview the White Sox playoff series vs. Oakland. The crew dives into the White Sox recent struggles and how they matchup against the A's. (2:00) - White Sox missed a chance to win the division (4:50) - Can't worry about the regular season anymore (11:00) - Luis Robert and Tim Anderson could be the keys to the series (14:00) - Yasmani Grandal should move down in the order (18:00) - Renteria not pinch-hitting for Mazara vs. the Cubs

The White Sox have hit a lull, with five straight losses and a 1-6 record on their road trip through Ohio. Who would know what to do in this situation? How about A.J. Pierzynski? Chuck Garfien rants about the horrible week in Cleveland ahead of his conversation with Pierzynski, the White Sox legend. The two discuss what's wrong with the White Sox and how the team can fix its problems before the playoffs start. Plus, A.J. shares some of his text-message conversation with Cubs broadcaster Len Kasper. (1:55) - An ugly week for the White Sox (13:49) - A.J. Pierzynski joins the podcast (17:25) - Rick Renteria getting heat from fans for his bullpen decisions (22:47) - Adversity for the White Sox is good (25:05) - The text-message exchange between A.J. and Len Kasper

The White Sox have lost four straight and are not playing their best baseball as the season nears its end. Chuck Garfien discusses the slumping White Sox and addresses fan doubts about the team heading into the postseason. Chuck is also joined by legendary White Sox broadcaster Hawk Harrelson as they talk about the 2020 season, the contributions of Ozzie Guillén and Frank Thomas on White Sox Postgame Live and what Hawk finds most interesting about this year's team. (2:02) - Chuck has a chat with White Sox fans (9:45) - Hawk Harrelson joins the podcast (18:30) - Thoughts on the White Sox fighting to win the division at the end of the season (28:20) - How can Ricky Renteria get Luis Robert out of his slump? (35:00) - Hawk on Ozzie and Frank

The White Sox are headed to the playoffs for the first time in a dozen years and await their opponent for the wild card round. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey discuss the possible matchups and outline which teams the White Sox might be best to avoid. (1:20) - About those Cleveland Indians... (13:40) - Would the Astros or Blue Jays be a better matchup for the White Sox? (18:23) - What about the Yankees....? (22:35) - Who would start a potential Game 3 for the White Sox?

After the White Sox clinched their first playoff berth since 2008 with an exciting comeback win over the Twins, host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey to discuss what it means after a long postseason drought and the difficult times of the rebuild. They break down all the big moments of the clinching game and how Jose Abreu was in the middle of it all. And how far can the White Sox go this season? How about winning it all.

As the regular season is winding down, the White Sox are close to winning the AL Central after a tough 3-way battle between the Indians and the Twins. How did the Sox come out on top? Host Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince and Do-Hyoung Park who cover the Indians and Twins to discuss how the AL Central turned out and why the White Sox are winning the AL Central. (2:40) - Early season predictions for the division and why the Indians and Twins regressed (9:14) - Impressions of the White Sox from the rest of the division (21:24) - Who wins AL MVP? (29:44) - Who will win the 2020 World Series?

With the White Sox contending for the AL Central title, they have two legitimate MVP candidates in José Abreu and Tim Anderson, but will either of them win the award over the likes of Nelson Cruz, Mike Trout and Shane Bieber? Host Chuck Garfien is joined by a former MVP Frank Thomas and Ozzie Guillén to discuss the MVP race, who they think will win the award and why. (1:20) - MVP candidates José Abreu, Tim Anderson and Nelson Cruz (4:28) - Will Nelson Cruz lose MVP votes because he's a DH? (6:20) - What about Abreu and Anderson finishing 1-2? (9:06) - Should a pitcher win the MVP?

Rivalries are long lasting, and some produce friendships between rivals who share a mutual respect. Chuck Garfien is joined by two former AL Central rivals, World Series winning White Sox skipper Ozzie Guillén and former Minnesota Twins manager and current Detroit Tigers field boss Ron Gardenhire. The two relive the heated battles between the White Sox and Twins and discuss the respect between the two managers and ball clubs. (2:35) - Gardenhire on being friends and rivals with Ozzie (5:05) - Gardenhire explains how he has grown as a manager (7:56) - Who's the most dangerous hitter in the White Sox lineup? (9:47) - Memories of Ozzie as a manager

Winning 300 games in a career is no small feat for a big league pitcher. But Tom Seaver did it during his Hall of Fame career, and he reached the milestone in a White Sox uniform. To honor and remember the late Seaver, Chuck Garfien and Chris Kamka go back and relive his 300th win from Aug. 4, 1985. The guys dive into everything that went into that White Sox matchup vs. the New York Yankees and take you back to that unforgettable game. (2:30) - The significance of Tom Seaver's 300th win as a part of White Sox history (14:02) - Background notes on the 1985 White Sox and Yankees squads (23:10) - Howard Cosell visited the booth during the game and talked with Hawk Harrelson (30:00) - White Sox manager Tony La Russa was ejected from the game (49:40) - Tom Seaver's thoughts after winning his 300th game

The White Sox are on a roll, and as the regular season nears its end, it looks like they not only have a chance to be in the playoffs but to win the AL Central crown. Chuck Garfien is joined by NBC Sports Chicago White Sox writer Vinnie Duber to discuss the three-team race for divisional supremacy between the White Sox, Minnesota Twins and Cleveland Indians. Chuck and Vinnie dissect the rest of each team's schedules, how well each team is doing at the plate and how each pitching staff will hold up the rest of the way. (3:34) - How can the White Sox win the AL Central? (10:25) - Looking at each teams' schedule going forward (17:40) - Who's hot and who's not for each team (27:00) - Which bullpen will come through at the end of the season? (31:40) - Final conclusions: Who wins the Central?

Today's White Sox stars got a lot of attention when they were minor leaguers, and they earned every bit of it. But there was a prospect who was not as highly touted that you should definitely be paying attention to now. Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox relief pitcher Matt Foster, who is quietly putting together a great season. The two discuss Foster flying under the radar in the White Sox organization, his journey to the big leagues and his performance so far in 2020. (2:10) - Flying under the radar with so many big-name prospects around him (7:50) - Things finally clicking in the big leagues (10:20) - How the birth of his son changed his life (15:22) - Having success in his first season in the majors (20:50) - Does this season feel like a rookie season?

Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver died this week at the age of 75. Seaver became a legend as a New York Met, but during his time with the White Sox he won his 300th game and he made a big impact on Ozzie Guillen's career. Chuck Garfien is joined by Ozzie to discuss Seaver's legacy and what he meant to the game of baseball. (1:25) - Seaver's time with the White Sox (3:10) - Seaver taught Ozzie about respecting the game (8:20) - Ozzie on Seaver winning his 300th game with the White Sox (12:05) - Seaver was a real leader

After a slow start to the season, the White Sox are now in the driver's seat atop the AL Central standings after a thrilling comeback win over the Minnesota Twins. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey discuss the victory, the White Sox getting to first place after a long rebuild and the play of Luis Robert and José Abreu. (1:30) - The rebuild is going according to plan (6:40) - Luis Robert's play this season (13:08) - Some guys aren't hitting well, and the White Sox are still in first-place (18:28) - The White Sox pursuit of Mike Clevinger (23:00) - The Twins aren't going anywhere just yet

Lucas Giolito went from being the worst pitcher in baseball to accomplishing a feat only 18 other pitchers have done in a White Sox uniform. How did he do it? Host Chuck Garfien is joined by the person who knows Lucas best, his father Rick Giolito, to discuss Lucas' career and what led to him throwing a no-hitter. (2:20) - Chuck's thoughts on the Milwaukee Bucks strike and the shooting of Jacob Blake (5:39) - Rick Giolito joins the podcast (11:30) - What was it like to to see Lucas throw a no-hitter? (19:40) - Lucas believes he can be better (30:00) - The Washington Nationals weren't right for Lucas (37:20) - Rick Hahn believed in Lucas

White Sox ace Lucas Giolito pitched the 19th no-hitter in team history against the Pittsburgh Pirates! In a performance for the ages, Giolito threw 13 strikeouts and only 101 pitches. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka to discuss one of the greatest pitching performances in White Sox history. (1:50) - Giolito's no-hitter game was weird and crazy all around (6:34) - List of feats the White Sox have accomplished over the last nine days (11:15) - Giolito's relationship with catcher James McCann (17:00) - Giolito speaks to the media on throwing a no-hitter (19:30) - Close calls that almost ended the no-hitter

Being a White Sox fan should feel pretty good right now. After the South Siders took two of three games from the Cubs in the first Crosstown series of 2020, Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber take more questions from fans as the team approaches the season’s halfway point. (2:12) - Impressions of the White Sox series win against the Cubs (10:56) - Will the White Sox target pitching at the trade deadline? (18:30) - Should the White Sox rest Yoan Moncada? (26:20) - José Abreu named AL Player of the Week (33:40) - Biggest moment of the 2020 season so far

White Sox great and Hall of Famer Frank Thomas joins host Chuck Garfien to discuss Frank's early World Series prediction for the White Sox. They get into what makes them a contender, what needs to happen to put themselves over the top, and what a series win over the Cubs could mean going forward. (1:10) - Frank Thomas' early prediction for the White Sox (3:20) - Jose Abreu's big weekend against the Cubs (4:04) - Luis Robert's growth as a hitter in his first season (6:55) - Adding another starting pitcher to the roster before the trade deadline (10:20) - Can the Sox match up with the Twins now?

The last time the White Sox and Cubs met in the regular season with a pair of winning records was 2008. This season, both teams have playoff ambitions and rosters filled with talent. Chuck Garfien and White Sox Insider Adam Hoge are joined by David Kaplan and Cubs Insider Gordon Wittenmeyer to discuss the first Crosstown series of 2020. Who wins the series? Who is the better shortstop: Tim Anderson or Javy Báez? And what does it mean for the city to have good baseball being played on both sides of town? (1:45) – The Cubs and White Sox are both playing meaningful baseball for the first time in a long time (8:30) – Would the White Sox want to be the Cubs of the last five years? (14:00) – White Sox and Cubs hitters each team should fear most (18:00) – Who is better: Anderson or Báez? (20:00) – Will the White Sox move on from Rick Renteria like the Cubs did?

Tim Anderson returned from a short stint on the injured list, and it’s like he never left. But Anderson hasn’t just picked up with production at the plate, he’s continuing his mission to bring more fun to the field. Chuck Garfien is joined by the defending big league batting champ to discuss his desire to change baseball and make it more fun and more appealing for everyone. Anderson shares his strong opinions on Fernando Tatis Jr.’s 3-0 grand slam and the reaction from the baseball world. They also dive into where the White Sox stand more than a third of the way through the 2020 season and the team’s hunt for a playoff spot. (2:50) - Embracing Chicago and the Southside (8:00) - Becoming a baseball player and not just an athlete (15:20) - Being competitive at his position when the Sox were looking to sign Manny Machado (18:20) - There was nothing wrong with what Fernando Tatis Jr. did (25:30) - Is baseball moving in a positive direction? (32:20) - Being an aggressive hitter but working at-bats

The fans take over the podcast! Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber to answer the questions and concerns of White Sox fans. Rick Renteria's job security, other options for right field, possible moves at the trade deadline and much more. (2:00) - How long is the leash for Rick Renteria? (8:40) - Bring Ozzie back! What about Pierzynski? (18:40) - Who plays right field for the White Sox in 2021? (31:50) What are the realistic expectations for this season? (42:42) - Is socially distant tailgating an option for fans?