The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

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We play ’Let’s Make a Deal’ with MLB Network’s Jon Morosi Nov 10, 2022

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With Rick Hahn saying that the White Sox might be more active in the trade market than free agency this offseason, MLB Network's Jon Morosi came on the podcast from the GM Meetings to play a game of "Let's Make a Deal." Which players are available that could fit the White Sox needs? Jon tells us what he's hearing and has some suggestions. Chuck is targeting three players. Guff has a trade in mind with the Blue Jays. Jon also talks about why Pedro Grifol is a great fit for the White Sox and more.

Eric Hosmer says Pedro Grifol will thrive as White Sox manager Nov 09, 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with former Kansas City Royals All-Star Eric Hosmer who talks about why the White Sox made the right decision to make Pedro Grifol their new manager. He explains how Grifol made him a better hitter, what he meant to catcher Salvador Perez, why he's ready to be a big league manager and why as Hosmer said, "It's going to be fun times for everyone in Chicago on the South Side."

The inside scoop on the White Sox pitching staff with Ethan Katz Nov 08, 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with Ethan Katz about returning next season as White Sox pitching coach and his impressions of new manager Pedro Grifol. After that, it's a deep dive into the White Sox pitching staff. How Dylan Cease became a Cy Young Award candidate, why Lucas Giolito struggled last season, if Johnny Cueto wants to be back with the White Sox, how much Michael Kopech's knee affected his season, and Garrett Crochet's role next season. They also talk about the pitch clock and why Mark Buehrle should speak to the team before the season.

Interview with new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol Nov 03, 2022

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After holding his introductory press conference, new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol came on the podcast to speak with Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey about getting his dream managing job with the White Sox. Grifol explains what kind of baseball the White Sox will play, why former catchers make great managers, what he saw was missing from the White Sox as Royals bench coach and more. Plus, Rick Hahn explains how and why they ended up hiring Grifol. Chuck and Guff also give their impressions of Grifol and what they believe is coming next for the White Sox.

Who the White Sox are getting in new manager Pedro Grifol Nov 01, 2022

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Well, this was a surprise. The White Sox are hiring Pedro Grifol to be their next manager. Who is he? What does he stand for? What will he bring to the South Side? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey speak to the perfect guy. Royals broadcaster Rex Hudler comes on the podcast to deliver the inside scoop about Grifol and then some. Hudler explains why he thought the Royals were going to hire Grifol to be THEIR manager. Plus, why he's the right fit for the White Sox. Chuck and Guff also talk about the decision by the White Sox to not hire Ozzie Guillen.

Inside the White Sox manager search with The Athletic’s James Fegan Nov 01, 2022

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Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox beat writer James Fegan of The Athletic about what’s going on with the White Sox managerial search. What’s the latest? Who’s the best fit? What do White Sox fans want (and not want) in the new manager? And who does James think will win the job in the end?

The Bobby Jenks/Toby Hall podcast you didn’t see coming Oct 27, 2022

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Former White Sox teammates Bobby Jenks and Toby Hall are quickly making names for themselves in the baseball coaching ranks. In their first season together, Jenks (manager) and Hall (hitting coach) led the Grand Junction Rockies to their first Pioneer League championship in 41 years. They join Chuck Garfien on the podcast to talk about their coaching styles and hopes of getting back to the majors as coaches in the future. Plus, Jenks opens up about his past troubles with alcohol, his memories of the 2005 World Series and more.

How were we (and everybody) so wrong about the 2022 White Sox? Oct 25, 2022

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Picked by many to win the division and contend for a World Series, the White Sox came up way short in 2022. Why did the season go backward? Chuck Garfien and Chris Kamka dig into what happened and explain the biggest reason why the White Sox struggled in 2022. They also discuss what needs to happen to fix their problems for next season.

Mike Veeck on Disco Demolition, baseball’s future and more Oct 20, 2022

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Chuck Garfien sits down with baseball visionary Mike Veeck, son of former White Sox owner Bill Veeck to talk about the game’s past, present and future. They discuss how his idea of Disco Demolition became the best and worst promotion in baseball history, how actor Bill Murray saved Veeck's baseball career, why the pitch clock will be a huge win for baseball, what MLB should do to improve the game going forward and more.

Has José Abreu played his final game with the White Sox? Oct 18, 2022

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One of the greatest hitters in White Sox history could be wearing a different uniform next season. Is this a done deal? What would it take for the White Sox to bring José Abreu back? Should they?? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss all of the Abreu scenarios, the future for Andrew Vaughn and Chuck’s crazy idea if the Sox really decide to shake things up at first base.