The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

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Nick Madrigal ”I’m ready right now!” Feb 04, 2020

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Host Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox prospect Nick Madrigal as they discuss the open 2nd base spot on the Sox, his struggles at Winston Salem single A, and his dreams of the big leagues.

(1:15) - What he's done to get stronger

(2:38) - His struggles at high single A

(3:27) - "I'm ready right now!"

(5:49) - Coolest thing he's seen Luis Robert do

(6:40) - What he dreams his major league debut will look like

Who do you have in your 2020 opening day White Sox lineup? Feb 03, 2020

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As opening day gets closer and closer on the 2020 White Sox season, the crew of Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber, and Chris Kamka debate and discuss what they think the opening day lineup should look like. With all the new toys, is there a wrong way?

(3:00) - Who sets the tone at lead-off?

(7:29) - Who is batting 2nd?

(11:24) - Who is locking down the 3 hole

(14:02) - Cleanup hitter

(17:09) - Batting 5th is?

(20:00) - DH/ batting 6th?

(24:21) - 7th in the lineup

(28:59) - Who is batting 8th?

(32:26) - Rounding out the lineup at the 9th spot

(39:02) - Who fills in the lineup?

Tim Anderson wants to be an MVP like Derrick Rose Jan 30, 2020

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"Why not me?" These three words said by former Chicago Bull and Chicago native Derrick Rose before he became the youngest MVP in NBA history still sends chills down the Chicago sports fan's spine. Tim Anderson had this same sentiment when asked on his chances to be an MVP and it felt all too similar. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Tim Anderson on a ride-along as they discuss his MVP chances, his growth to a star, and expectations for the White Sox going forward.

(2:03) - The desire to be great

(4:57) - Why not me for MVP. Comparisons between Tim and Derrick Rose

(10:10) - Was it being too bold in saying this team is going to be special

(14:53) - Using basketball to help with baseball

(16:00) - Learning more and more about baseball

A sit down with Sox pitcher Dylan Cease Jan 28, 2020

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Live from Sox Fest, White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease joins hosts Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey to discuss the new additions to the team, things he's learned so far, and expectations for this new and ready White Sox team.

(2:46) - What adding Dallas Keuchel and Yasmani Grandal means for him

(6:07) - Remembering his MLB debut

(10:38) - Dealing with the mental side of the game

(14:54) - Disappointing if the Sox don't make the playoffs

(18:58) - Prospect that no one is talking about

(24:41) - A player Dylan Cease looks up to

(28:44) - Chuck, Ryan, and Dylan fill out the 2020 White Sox lineup

Emotional interview with Michael Kopech and Vanessa Morgan Jan 25, 2020

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Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey speak with Michael Kopech and his wife Vanessa Morgan at SoxFest about their relationship, Michael’s comeback from Tommy John surgery, his battles with mental health, removing himself from social media, handling fame, Morgan’s acting career and more.

SoxFest at Night! Jan 24, 2020

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Chuck Garfien and Sox play-by-play announcer Jason Benetti host SoxFest at night live from Sox Fest at McCormick Place. They were joined by Rick Hahn, Rick Renteria, Tim Anderson, Yasmani Grandal, Eloy Jimenez and many more!

Are the White Sox looking for more? Jan 23, 2020

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The offseason is still going on, which means the White Sox could make even more moves. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by NBC Sports Chicago White Sox writer Vinnie Duber and producer Chris Kamka as they discuss various options the Sox could go with to fill out the roster.

(1:35) - How will the Sox fill out the rest of the roster?

(6:02) - Will Castellanos be on the South Side?

(8:15) - Is Yasiel Puig an option for the Sox?

(13:26) - Options for the Sox at 2nd base

(21:16) - Who can the Sox get to fill out the bullpen?

(25:44) - Adding more starting pitching

(29:04) - Who should the Sox sign ASAP?

Distant Replay: The INSANE Andy Hawkins no-hitter Jan 21, 2020

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Distant replay is back and boy do we have a game for you. What if we told you there was a game where a pitcher threw a no hitter, but lost the game 4-0. This happened to then Yankees pitcher Andy Hawkins vs the White Sox on the last season of Old Comiskey Park. Host Chuck Garfien is joined by Ryan McGuffey, Vinnie Duber, and Chris Kamka to discuss and relive one of the most insane games you will ever see.

(2:43) - Andy Hawkins had the worst luck ever

(9:22) - That 1990 Sox team is similar to the current White Sox

(18:34) - Greg Hibbard and Andrew Hawkins both had no hitters going

(28:29) - The error that broke the tie

(32:58) - The error that added insult to injury

(35:04) - How the game ends

(37:14) - Live interview with Andy Hawkins**

(48:05) - The 1990 White Sox won 94 games that season and didn't make the playoffs

The person making the boldest White Sox predictions Jan 16, 2020

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Host Chuck Garfien is joined by the man that predicted a White Sox division title for the 2020 season before the Sox made any moves, Anthony Castrovince of MLB.com. Castrovince also ends up predicting Rick Renteria as Manager of the Year, and Yoan Moncada as a challenger to Mike Trout for AL MVP. Listen to see why he is making these bold predictions.

(2:48) - Why Castrovince selected the Sox to win the AL central

(7:03) - Why Castrovine selected Rick Renteria as AL Manager of the Year

(9:56) - Yoan Moncada will challenge Mike Trout for AL MVP

(12:43) - Will Luis Robert win Rookie of the Year

(13:54) - Why the Padres missed and the White Sox won last winter on Manny Machado

(18:57) - Was the Astro punishment enough?

(23:30) - For the love of Bruce Springsteen

White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper ”Tryouts are over. Now it’s time to win.” Jan 14, 2020

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Host Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper, who is just as excited about the season as you are. Chuck and Don discuss the off-season moves made by the Sox, the chance to start winning a championship this season, and building a pitching staff around Lucas Giolito and Dallas Keuchel.

(2:03) - What does the Sox aggressiveness in the off-season mean to you?

(4:09) - What does adding Dallas Keuchel do for the Sox?

(7:32) - Everyone is aware that the Sox are better

(10:16) - Sox adding playoff experience as well

(12:02) - Cooper jokes about this being his last decade of coaching

(15:30) - Building a staff and bullpen

(20:50) - Where is Kopech at in his return?

(22:49) - Dylan Cease analysis

(31:26) - What the pitching staff hopes to accomplish in 2020