FutureSox Podcast

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FutureSox Podcast: Pondering Norge Vera as the top White Sox prospect, Jeff Cohen interview Sep 11, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox returned with another FutureSox Podcast episode that covers a variety of White Sox MiLB topics, including: Jose Rodriguez's ascension in 2021, the success of Romy Gonzalez, Norge Vera's potential, expectations for young Kannapolis starting pitchers next season and much more.

Later, Mike and James welcomed on Charlotte Knights beat writer Jeff Cohen of FutureSox to provide first-hand perspective of several White Sox prospects.

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FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox Top 30 Prospect List Reaction Show Aug 26, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox provided insight on the team effort from FutureSox in compiling the latest Chicago White Sox top 30 prospects in the system. They also touch on injury news related to Jared Kelley and Jonathan Stiever, while James highlights some news related to the international scene.

The guys go in-depth on a number of prospects, including: Romy Gonzalez, Norge Vera, Yolbert Sanchez and more.

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Norris of Baseball America Aug 09, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Josh Norris, senior editor of Baseball America, to discuss the recent top 30 rankings published by the website. Josh spent time in the Carolina area taking in Kannapolis Cannon Ballers baseball and provided his perspective of pitchers Andrew Dalquist and Jared Kelley, as well as standout position players Jose Rodriguez and Bryan Ramos, among others. He also provided his evaluation of the state of the White Sox farm in relation to the rest of Major League Baseball.

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FutureSox Podcast: 2021 Chicago White Sox trade deadline recap Aug 01, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox detailed what the Chicago White Sox lost in prospects Konnor Pilkington and Bailey Horn, as well as Nick Madrigal and Codi Heuer for Craig Kimbrel, Ryan Tepera and Cesar Hernandez. They also touched on what to expect from Michael Kopech moving forward as a result of the trade deadline.

Later, the guys previewed briefly what to expect for the FutureSox top-30 midseason prospect list.

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline Jul 23, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome senior writer Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to highlight the 2021 Chicago White Sox MLB Amateur Draft class, the state of the farm system and more.

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FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox 2021 MLB Draft Recap Jul 20, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox recapped the 2021 MLB Amateur Draft, as the White Sox selected four prep players -- two across the first two picks -- and a number of power-5 conference players in what was Mike Shirley's second year leading the charge as Director of Amateur Scouting.

Mike and James bring back audio from Shirley's post-draft conference call, as well as quotes from Joe Doyle of Prospects Live and Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball discussing Colson Montgomery, Wes Kath, Tanner McDougal and more.

**Mike Shirley audio courtesy of the Chicago White Sox

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball Jul 08, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball and D1Baseball.com to provide a final preview of the Major League Baseball Amateur Draft, which will be held beginning on Sunday, July 11. Prep shortstops appear to be the strength of the first round. Will that be the route the White Sox decide to take?

Prior to the conversation with Burke, Mike picked James' brain on rumors he's hearing surrounding the White Sox draft strategy. They then discussed the significance of outfielder Adam Eaton's recent DFA as it relates to players such as Jake Burger and Gavin Sheets.

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Joe Doyle of Prospects Live Jul 02, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on MLB Draft director Joe Doyle of Prospects Live to provide a synopsis of a number of players who could fall to the White Sox at pick 22 on July 11. Joe details the strength of the first round of the draft to be at prep shortstop and the White Sox have a strong chance to land one.

Joe goes on to describe prospects such as: Colson Montgomery, Harry Ford, Joe Mack, Gavin Williams and more.

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Nelson of Sox Machine: Looking ahead to the 2021 MLB Draft Jun 25, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on host of the Sox Machine Podcast Josh Nelson to preview the White Sox' strategy ahead of the 2021 MLB Amateur Draft. The Sox will pick at No. 22 on Sunday, July 11.

Later, Josh shares his take on the development of Andrew Vaughn, Garrett Crochet, Jake Burger and more, as well as his perspective of the future of the farm system.

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FutureSox Podcast: Monitoring Yoelqui Cespedes, White Sox farm update Jun 15, 2021

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Mike Rankin and James Fox return to discuss the various storylines across the Chicago White Sox minor league system, which includes the location of top outfield prospect Yoelqui Cespedes. The guys discuss the significance of Garrett Crochet's career path over the next season-plus and ponder the possibility of using the lefty as a starter as early as next year.

Later, Mike and James discuss the dysfunction of a highly talented Kannapolis Cannon Ballers group. They also talk names to keep an eye on across other levels such as: Romy Gonzalez, Jason Bilous and more.

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