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White Sox UNLEASH Fury on Royals in Most Impressive Win of the Season as Shane Smith DAZZLES Aug 26, 2025

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Chicago White Sox stun Kansas City Royals with a dominant 7-0 victory. Shane Smith threw a one-hitter over seven innings in White Sox best performance of 2025.

Host Todd Welter breaks down the White Sox's most impressive win of the season, highlighting Shane Smith's stellar seven-inning performance and the young core's multi-hit games. The discussion covers avoiding 100 losses, and if that goal is a sign of better things to come or still the overall sad state of the team. Then Todd tackles your mailbag questions.

0:00 Intro

1:04 White Sox dominate Royals 7-0

3:37 Shane Smith's impressive pitching performance

6:42 Young players shine in win

13:51 Avoiding 100 losses: Progress or sad state?

21:32 Mailbag: Tim Elko's future with White Sox

24:35 What went wrong with the Nationals?

26:37 Lenyn Sosa as potential DH option

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Rookies LEAD White Sox to series victory over Twins | Is Chicago WITNESSING their future SUPERSTARS? Aug 25, 2025

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White Sox rookies stun Twins with explosive performances. Is a new era dawning on the South Side?

Host Todd Welter breaks down the Chicago White Sox's impressive series win against Minnesota, highlighting Colson Montgomery's home run streak and Edgar Quero and Kyle Teel's hot bats.

The discussion covers 670theScore's Bruce Levine's controversial take on not exercising Luis Robert Jr's options.

Then Todd does his weekly Minor League Monday Report going over Noah Schultz's injury return, Caleb Bonemer receiving a promotion to High-A, and Hagen Smith's concerning development in the minors.

0:00 Intro: White Sox rookies shine against Twins

5:11 Montgomery's hitting approach and adjustments

15:24 Reconsidering stance on Luis Robert Jr.

25:38 White Sox minor league prospects update

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MLB SQUAD SHOW! UPROAR: MLB's Expansion Targets REVEALED | Will Your City Make the FINAL Cut? Aug 22, 2025

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This week, our panel of experts from across the Locked On MLB network tackles the big news that Rob Manfred teased, big changes could be coming to baseball. More teams, realignment of the divisions and maybe even more? Is this good or bad news for the future of the game?

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MLB Realignment THREATENS White Sox Rivalries | White Sox SCRAMBLE to Catch Twins in 2026 Aug 22, 2025

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MLB expansion on the horizon? Chicago White Sox fans, brace for potential realignment shakeups. Commissioner Rob Manfred's recent comments spark intriguing possibilities for the South Siders' future division placement and rivalries.

Host Todd Welter breaks down how expansion could reshape the White Sox landscape, from potential new divisional foes to reduced relocation threats. He analyzes the team's chances of catching the Minnesota Twins in 2026, comparing farm systems and development strategies. Plus, discover why Miguel Vargas's late-April swing adjustment catapulted him onto MLB Network's Top 10 Most Improved Players list.

0:00 MLB expansion and realignment discussion

5:41 Potential realignment impacts on White Sox rivalries

9:48 Can White Sox catch Twins in standings next year?

15:28 Comparing White Sox and Twins farm systems

19:35 Miguel Vargas ranked 6th most improved player

24:43 Vargas' improvements and future potential

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White Sox SQUANDER opportunities against Braves | Martin Perez wants to return in 2026 Aug 21, 2025

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White Sox stumble in Atlanta. Chicago had a chance to win the series, but the bullpen blew a six-run lead on Tuesday. The offense did nothing on Wednesday night despite a great start from Martin Perez. Perez said after the game he would love to come back for next season.

Host Todd Welter breaks down Chicago's disappointing series loss to the Braves, highlighting a blown six-run lead and anemic offense. But Kyle Teel had an impressive series. The discussion covers Martin Perez's desire to return in 2026 and hopes for Wikelman Gonzalez to bolster the struggling bullpen. Key topics include the White Sox's abysmal 9-30 record in one-run games, potential roster moves, and strategies to improve high-leverage pitching situations.

0:00 Series loss to Atlanta disappointing

5:39 Power hitting key to White Sox success

9:13 Martin Perez wants to return next season

15:52 Analyzing White Sox pitching rotation needs

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21:34 White Sox bullpen struggles in high leverage

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Updating the White Sox core and addressing whether Lenyn Sosa is the ANSWER or just another fluke Aug 20, 2025

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Chicago White Sox rebuild takes center stage. With the emergence of Colson Montgomery, while Jonathan Cannon and Sean Burke have been demoted, host Todd Welter and BeefLoaf of fromthe108.com tackle the updated core the White Sox have. They also discuss if Lenyn Sosa deserves core status or if he is just the next Daniel Palka.

The duo analyzes Chris Getz's rebuilding strategy, debating which current players might evolve into cornerstone pieces. Key topics include Sosa's recent power surge, Vaughn's success with the Brewers, and the team's approach to player development. BeefLoaf also shares insights on fan engagement, including an upcoming bobblehead night at Rate Field.

0:00 Intro: Discussing White Sox core players

5:07 Colson Montgomery's potential as core player

10:35 Lenyn Sosa: Next Daniel Palka or core player?

16:17 Evaluating White Sox roster improvements

21:54 Hot tub talk and missed opportunities

27:10 Andrew Vaughn's performance with Brewers

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Sean Burke EXILED to Triple-A Charlotte | Lenyn Sosa the UNLIKELY White Sox hero? Aug 19, 2025

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Sean Burke's surprising demotion raises questions about the rotation's long-term stability. The spotlight then shifts to Lenyn Sosa's recent power surge.

Host Todd Welter dissects Burke's command issues and high pitch counts, while exploring the implications for the White Sox's pitching future. He then goes over Sosa's recent home run barrage and how this could make him one of team's best international free-agent signings in recent memory outside of Luis Rober Jr.

Todd then answers some mailbag questions from everydayers!

0:00 Intro: Sean Burke demoted, rotation concerns

10:45 Sosa's anomalous production and development

16:21 White Sox international free agent misses

20:29 Mailbag: White Sox first pitch swinging habits

26:36 Mailbag: Free agents, timeline to .500 record

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Kansas City DOMINATES Chicago Once Again | Will the White Sox EVER Win at Kauffman Stadium Again? Aug 18, 2025

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The White Sox's Kansas City nightmare continues as they have now lost 14-straight at Kauffman Stadium after getting swept over the weekend by the Royals. Host Todd Welter dissects Chicago's struggles against AL Central rivals, highlighting bullpen issues and offensive woes.

The discussion shifts to the Savannah Bananas' sellout event at Guaranteed Rate Field, challenging perceptions about the stadium's location. Welter analyzes top White Sox prospects, including Braden Montgomery's standout performance in Pensacola, and compares rankings from MLB Pipeline and ESPN's Kylie McDaniel.

0:00 White Sox lose 14 straight in Kansas City

5:39 Silver lining: Staying atop MLB draft lottery standings

19:27 Braden Montgomery's impressive weekend in Double-A

24:06 Analyzing different prospect rankings for White Sox

28:12 Outro: Upcoming mailbag and how to submit questions

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Can the White Sox SURVIVE Their Kansas City Nightmare? There are reasons for dread...and hope Aug 15, 2025

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The White Sox have not won in Kansas City since 2023. There are several reasons to dread this weekend series, but a few reasons to have hope they will play better at Kauffman Stadium.

Host Todd Welter explores the team's struggles at Kaufman Stadium, Bobby Witt Jr.'s impact, and the potential for a turnaround. He then dives into manager Will Venable embracing having catchers Kyle Teel and Edgar Quero both in the lineup. There is the risk of losing the DH in the game, but it is worth having both of their bats in the lineup.

Then, Todd analyzes Grant Taylor's role in the bullpen, questioning his status as a traditional closer.

0:00 Intro: White Sox vs Royals preview

5:11 Reasons for hope against struggling Royals

10:26 Venable changes stance on Carroll and Teal

15:30 Challenges of DH role for young catchers

20:04 Grant Taylor's potential as closer debated

25:43 Building a high-leverage bullpen for future

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MLB SQUAD SHOW COLLAPSE: Big market teams STUNNING fall from Grace Leaves Playoff Dreams in TATTERS Aug 15, 2025

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Big market MLB teams are struggling. Are the Mets, Yankees, and Dodgers facing a crisis?

Jeff Carr and the Locked On MLB Squad analyze the unexpected challenges for baseball's powerhouses. From the New York Mets' shocking collapse to the Los Angeles Dodgers' luxury tax manipulation, the hosts dissect recent performances and financial strategies. The Chicago Cubs' small-market approach comes under fire, while playoff predictions spark heated debate. Sully argues the current MLB economic structure pits "28 teams against the Mets and the Dodgers," potentially leading to future labor disputes.

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