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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!”

Latest Episodes:

White Sox Wake-Up Call: Aug. 1, 2018 Aug 01, 2018

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Good morning. Here's what's in this morning's Wake-Up Call:

YESTERDAY: The White Sox traded pool money for a lefty relief prospect, and then lost to the Royals 4-2.
TONIGHT: Dylan Covey vs. Jake Junis, who gives up a ton of homers.
ON THE FARM: Michael Kopech checked off boxes and Luis Robert is back in action.
AROUND THE LEAGUE: Trade deadline news, and Chris Sale goes on the DL.

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: July 31, 2018 Jul 31, 2018

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Here's the rundown for your White Sox Wake-Up Call:

MLB NEWS: The stove is piping hot, as we recap Monday's biggest deadline deals.
IN THE MINORS: Eloy Jimenez continues to "check boxes."
PREVIEW: James Shields starts against the Royals, assuming he doesn't get traded first.

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27: Eloy Jimenez's "Checklist" Jul 30, 2018

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The Rundown:

We guess at what could be left on Eloy Jimenez's "Checklist" before he's called up to Chicago, and wonder what the real reasons why Rick Hahn is hesitant calling up his #1 prospect.
Trade deadline ends in two days. Who else can Hahn deal before Tuesday?
Jim Thome is now a Hall-of-Famer. Jim shares his experience getting to meet with Thome and his lasting impression.
The ninth inning is going to be an adventure after Joakim Soria was dealt. How will Rick Renteria handle closing duties moving forward?
Plus your questions in P.O. Sox

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Sox Machine Live!: Goodbye, Joakim Soria Jul 27, 2018

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Recorded: 7-26-2018

The Rundown:

Joakim Soria is traded to the Milwaukee Brewers. Did the White Sox get a good return for the closer? Who will take Soria's place on the roster?
Multiple trades involving starting pitching have taken place. Does this help the White Sox in their efforts to move James Shields?
Jose Abreu had a terrific series in Anaheim. Is this a launch pad to a big month for Abreu?
Preview the Blue Jays series.

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White Sox Wake Up Call: July 26, 2018 Jul 26, 2018

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The Rundown:

White Sox lose 11-3 as James Shields and Chris Volstad get crushed.
In the Minors: Dylan Cease retired the first 20 hitters he faced, Zack Collins hit a home run, and Luis Gonzalez and Luis Curbelo played the heroes in their respective contests.
Around MLB: The Oakland A's can't be stopped, the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-game winning streak is snapped, and Sergio Romo plays third base.

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: July 25, 2018 Jul 25, 2018

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Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call:

LAST NIGHT: Carlos Rodon drove the White Sox to yet another win at Angel Stadium.
TONIGHT: It's Potential Final White Sox Start time for James Shields.
ON THE FARM: Alex Call goes off for Birmingham, and Steele Walker leaves Great Falls' game early.
AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Yankees get Zach Britton from the Orioles, and so much extra-inning drama.

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: July 24, 2018 Jul 24, 2018

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Here's the rundown for your White Sox Wake-Up Call:

RECAP: The Sox pick up a win again the Angels in a well-played (if not entirely well-managed) game.
PREVIEW: Carlos Rodon takes the mound for Game 2 in Anaheim.
MINORS: Alec Hansen alternates between whiffs and walks.
AROUND MLB: Daniel Poncedeleon's magical major league debut gets spoiled by a blown save.

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26: 2018 2nd Half Over/Under's Jul 23, 2018

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Guest: Joe Ostrowski, 670 the Score

The Rundown:

Jim calls from Seattle as the White Sox drop two out of three to the Mariners. He shares his thoughts being at SafeCo, and what it was like to see Gordon Beckham in action again.
With daily activities back in swing, it was time to look at the ZiPS projections and play Over/Under's with Joe Ostrowski from 670 the Score. He makes his picks if Jose Abreu will hit more than 25 home runs, if Yoan Moncada will strikeout more than 207 times, and if the Sox can win more than 60 games in 2018.
Patrick Nolan answers your questions in P.O. Sox, including one about how Eloy Jimenez could join the Sox 25-man roster.

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Sox Machine Live!: Big moves and MLB's marketing problem Jul 20, 2018

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The Rundown:

Preview the first series after the All-Star Break as the White Sox head to Seattle
Debate if baseball has a marketing problem which ties in Mike Trout, and Josh Hader’s tweets.
Manny Machado to Hollywood, Brad Hand to Cleveland, and Francisco Mejia to San Diego.
White Sox demoting Charlie Tilson for Nicky Delmonico. What does Delmonico need to do in his return to feel better about his future?

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25: Lessons from 1993 Jul 16, 2018

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Guest: Rob Hart, WBBM Radio

The Rundown:

Recap the Kansas City Royals series as Yoan Moncada is almost back to his April form, and Lucas Giolito is getting better but still struggles in the first inning [2:25 - 12:40]
All-Star week is upon us and we give our picks for the game, and who will win the Home Run Derby [12:41 - 16:43]
Looking at the MLB races and ponder which teams are in the best position to make the postseason [16:44 - 36:55]
The 1993 team was celebrated with a 25th year reunion, but Robin Ventua wasn't in attendance. How long will fans need to wait to see Ventura appear at Sox events? [36:55 to 41:15]
Speaking of the 1993 team, there are a lot of lessons to learn how that roster came to win the AL West. Our guest, Rob Hart, joins the show to share that team's story, and the parallels to the present day White Sox. [41:16 - 1:06:25]
Jim covers the action with the Minor League Report.
We answer your questions in P.O. Sox

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