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**Sox Machine**

The Sox Machine podcast covers Chicago White Sox news, interviews, analysis, and more. Hosted by Josh Nelson, Jim Margalus, and James Fegan.
“We watch the Chicago White Sox so you don’t have to!”

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White Sox keep sinking as trade deadline looms Jul 29, 2024

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[Intro] James Fegan has the latest White Sox trade insight in what their strategy might be.
[5:09] How have the Tampa Bay Rays selling efforts impacted the White Sox?
[10:41] Are the LA Dodgers last chance for a Garrett Crochet trade?
[13:12] Could the Atlanta Braves be a late entry for Luis Robert Jr. and/or Erick Fedde?
[18:30] Who are the other suitors for Erick Fedde?
[21:17] Is Michael Kopech a lock in getting dealt by the deadline?
[25:43] Series recap: Seattle Mariners. Clubhouse morale sinks to new low while Brooks Baldwin becomes a doubles machine
[31:53] Series preview: Kansas City Royals. Could the Royals turnaround in 2024 be a future blueprint for the Chicago White Sox back to contention?
[43:48] Is AJ Pierzynski the next White Sox manager?
[51:34] Around MLB: Tyler Fitzgerald, the Astros buying efforts, and American League teams getting packed up

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MLB Trade Market Quiet as Deadline Approaches Jul 26, 2024

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[Intro] Chicago White Sox are on a 11-game losing streak as the offense is the worst ever
[8:48] Don't blame the White Sox starting pitchers on recent woes as they have pitched like a Top 10 unit the last month
[15:47] Approaching the idea of White Sox implementing a Director of Hitting role like Brian Bannister's with pitchers
[19:02] Updated White Sox Trade Probabilities Board starting with Garrett Crochet
[27:32] Odds Luis Robert Jr. is dealt before deadline?
[33:35] Odds Erick Fedde is dealt before deadline?
[36:18] Odds Michael Kopech is dealt before deadline?
[39:19] Odds Paul DeJong and Tommy Pham are dealt before deadline?
[45:20] Chris Getz needs to see more progress from Pedro Grifol and his players before making a final decision on the manager's employment status. What kind of progress does Getz need to see to change his mind?
[50:00] Series Preview: Seattle Mariners
[55:32] Old Friend Alert: Dylan Cease pitches a no-hitter

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Kansas City was fun, wish the White Sox were Jul 22, 2024

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[Intro] Josh and Jim recap the Kansas City #108ing Road Trip while announcing 2025 destination will be Pittsburgh
[10:40] The Chicago White Sox were swept by the Royals as Pedro Grifol is on pace for being the worst manager in franchise history
[20:59] One positive is Drew Thorpe continues his surge by extending his quality start streak to five games
[24:41] Brooks Baldwin made his MLB debut which was a bit shaky
[30:20] Latest trade gossip has one idea which the Dodgers are seeking Garrett Crocket, Luis Robert Jr., and Michael Kopech. While that rumor is far-fetched, the rumor of St. Louis's interest in Erick Fedde is real.
[45:27] Series Preview: Texas Rangers
[51:44] Around MLB: New MLB Hall of Fame inductees and the Tampa Bay Rays will be getting a new stadium after all.

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Chris Getz making moves as White Sox get ready for post All-Star Break Jul 18, 2024

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Record Date: 7/17/2024

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[Intro] White Sox GM Chris Getz is getting busy with roster churn post All-Star break by DFA Martin Maldonado
[8:50] With Maldonado now officially out of the picture can Korey Lee get back on track to prove his worth as starting catcher?
[15:25] To help with infield depth as Danny Mendick was DFA and Lenyn Sosa optioned back to Charlotte, the White Sox sign Nick Senzel to a major league contract
[20:56] Now what with Lenyn Sosa as Charlotte's infield is full?
[26:24] 2024 MLB Draft recap with audio from White Sox Director of Amateur Scouting, Mike Shirley. Who was quite adamant about his disdain for the NIL and how it's making his job harder.
[43:56] Series Preview: Kansas City Royals
[52:38] Jim Margalus visits with former White Sox pitcher Scott Carroll to talk about his experience being on the last Birmingham Barons playoff team and best places to visit in Kansas City

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Hello, Hagen Smith Jul 15, 2024

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Record Date: 7/14/2024

[Intro] Hello, Hagen Smith. The Chicago White Sox spend their first round pick on the talented left-handed pitcher. There's audio from his introduction press conference but some White Sox fans are upset that the franchise passed on drafting a hitter. Why Smith might be a better bet to meet his potential and the importance of White Sox getting hitters in return for future trades
[13:27] Speaking of trades, Garrett Crochet's workload is getting reduced during the All-Star break. How Crochet is buying into the approach and what that means for the upcoming trade market
[22:15] Surprise! White Sox make their second selection taking prep SS Caleb Bonemer
[26:03] Back to Crochet: What is his new probability of getting dealt before the deadline?
[31:00] Luis Robert Jr. is having a strong month of July. How is that impacting his trade market and is Robert ready to be dealt?
[41:00] Around MLB as the New York Yankees lose in a weird fashion, the Chicago Cubs are making a mini-run, Sacramento future is murky, and can any of the trio of Boston, Minnesota, or Texas chase down the division leaders?

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Immaculate Kopech, Jimenez's struggles, and the White Sox near future Jul 12, 2024

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Record Date: 7/11/2024

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[Intro] Michael Kopech pitches an Immaculate Inning thanks to throwing more cutters. Will we finally see Kopech mix up his pitch offerings in upcoming outings?
[10:32] Eloy Jimenez is really struggling in his return back from injury. More than 71% of his batted balls are grounders and he hasn't hit a home run since May 14. What will change for Jimenez and could the White Sox move on from Jimenez sooner than later?
[18:58] Drew Thorpe has four straight starts of 6+ innings, allowing three hits or fewer, and two runs or fewer. But he's not striking out lots of batters. How is he accomplishing this level of success?
[24:13] Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates. How awesome Paul Skenes is and should the Pirates buy at the trade deadline?
[35:41] Instead of telling you who we think the White Sox will pick fifth overall, we pick the player we actually want the White Sox to take

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Garrett Crochet and Colson Montgomery earn midseason accolades Jul 08, 2024

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Record Date: 7/7/2024

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[Intro] Colson Montgomery was named to MLB's Futures Game. Montgomery spoke to how his 2024 season has progressed in Charlotte and what he's focusing on.
[6:46] Garrett Crochet will be representing the Chicago White Sox at MLB's All-Star Game. Why it's oversimplification that Crochet's success is driven by how dominant his fastball / cutter combo is and why it feels like their are few starts remaining for him in a White Sox uniform prior to the trade deadline.
[24:36] What's wrong with Michael Kopech and why he shouldn't be the White Sox closer anymore.
[34:03] On a positive note, Lenyn Sosa has been on a roll. Will he continue getting enough runway to prove this hot streak is sustainable?
[41:23] Luis Robert Jr. is also on a tear, and Josh pitches a trade partner in the Seattle Mariners.
[48:58] Series Preview: Minnesota Twins. Can the White Sox actually win a game this series?
[56:09] Around MLB: Chicago Cubs continue to sink, Craig Counsell may have wrecked future manager salaries, the Texas Rangers might be sellers, and the fierce competition for AL MVP

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2024 MLB Draft Preview and Update on Top White Sox Prospects with Jim Callis Jul 04, 2024

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Record Date: 7/3/2024

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[Intro] MLB.com updated their Top 100 Prospect list that features four White Sox prospects
[3:53] Why Jim Callis is concerned about Colson Montgomery's season
[13:25] The evolution of Garrett Crochet in 2024 and what's fair to ask in a trade
[21:08] 2024 MLB Draft Preview: Who are the favorites to go #1 overall? Who won't be available to the White Sox at Pick 5? Why the consensus around MLB is the White Sox taking prep star Konnor Griffin.

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Garrett Crochet trade rumors gain steam Jul 01, 2024

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[Intro] All about the latest gossip regarding Garrett Crochet's trade status. Why a contract extension was always going to be tricky, why the White Sox want to cash out early with Crochet, and how his trade probability increases to High.
[22:32] White Sox vs. Rockies recap: Luis Robert Jr. showing good signs and the trouble of having Paul DeJong batting cleanup
[30:51] John Schriffen Minute: Why goofy can be good in the broadcast booth and NBC Sports Chicago needing a panther growl in their sound board
[39:18] Cleveland series preview: Triston McKenzie optioned and Erick Fedde's tall task facing Jose Ramirez, Steven Kwan, and Josh Naylor this week
[46:24] Around MLB: Home Run Derby new rules, Texas Rangers may add, the Houston Astros are scorching, and what's going on with the Chicago Cubs?

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White Sox Continue on Historical Pace While Birmingham Glows Jun 27, 2024

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Record Date: 6/26/2024

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[Intro] Dan Szymborski of FanGraphs joins the show to discuss how ZiPS views the rest of 2024 for the White Sox. Why Chris Getz should trade Luis Robert Jr. sooner than later as the near future outlook is very hazy and who could use Erick Fedde the most?
[28:43] Jonathan Nelson, President and General Manager of the Birmingham Barons, stops by to talk about the Southern League First Half Division Title and the Rickwood Classic.

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