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The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien
The White Sox Podcast brings you unparalleled insight and access to the White Sox. Featuring interviews with current/former players and coaches, we’ll tell you why something happened yesterday, and what’s likely going to happen tomorrow. Hosted by Chuck Garfien, we’ll bring you new episodes release every Tuesday and Thursday, and whenever news breaks.
Episodes
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienHow the White Sox found Yermín Mercedes, plus Jake Burger’s comeback
Yermín Mercedes has been one of the best stories in baseball in the early stages of the 2021 season as he's completed his journey from unknown prospect to the…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienIt’s time the White Sox show the Minnesota Twins who’s boss in the AL Central
The Minnesota Twins have been taking it to the White Sox for years. How about some revenge! With the Twins limping into town with a 12-20 record, it's time for…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox manager Tony La Russa taking heat for another loss
After a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to the Reds in 10 innings, Tony La Russa is facing criticism for his decision-making in the late innings, specifically for not…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienBREAKING: How the White Sox can overcome the loss of Luis Robert
The injury to Luis Robert is devastating for the White Sox. First Eloy Jiménez, now Robert. The center fielder is out 12 to 16 weeks with a Grade 3 hip flexor…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox manager Tony La Russa’s first month back in the dugout
It's been an up-and-down April for both the White Sox and manager Tony La Russa. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey discuss how La Russa has…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienThe White Sox plan for Michael Kopech in 2021
Following Michael Kopech’s electrifying 10-strikeout victory as a starter on Sunday, how will the White Sox use their fireball pitcher going forward? Chuck…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox offseason moves: Early returns and overreactions
We're only three weeks into the baseball season, but after spending months poring over various free agent and trade possibilities for the White Sox, how are…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienRiding the White Sox roller coaster to start the 2021 season
It's been a wild roller-coaster ride so far for the White Sox: big highs and big lows. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, and Ryan McGuffey talk about what…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox’ Carlos Rodón gets no-hitter after missing on perfect game
On Wednesday, April 14th 2021, Carlos Rodón nearly went perfect. Literally a foot away, but he did become the 20th White Sox pitcher to throw a no-hitter and…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox look to change fortunes vs. Indians in AL Central race
Despite trading away several of their best players, the Cleveland Indians are still a formidable bunch, capable of giving the White Sox fits like they did last…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhat we learned about the White Sox in season’s first seven games
The White Sox started the season with World Series expectations, but so far the results have been underwhelming on the field and in the win column. What’s…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox rookie Yermín Mercedes is baseball’s biggest story
After winning American League Player of the Week honors, 28-year-old rookie Yermín Mercedes speaks with Chuck Garfien about his incredible start to the season…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox predictions: 2021 player stats, win totals and more
Now that the baseball season is officially here, it's time to make our predictions for 2021. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, Ryan McGuffey, and Chris Kamka look…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhy Albert Pujols thinks Tony La Russa will prove people wrong
Chuck Garfien speaks with Los Angeles Angels slugger Albert Pujols about Tony La Russa, his longtime manager with the St. Louis Cardinals with whom he has a…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienCarlos Rodon talks about his comeback quest with the White Sox
Could this be the year for Carlos Rodon? Chuck Garfien speaks with the White Sox left-hander about his impressive spring training, nailing down a spot in the…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienHow Emily Blady is making a difference in the White Sox front office | Women’s History Month
You might not know the name Emily Blady, but you should. She works as a baseball operations analyst in the White Sox front office and speaks with Chuck Garfien…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienCan the White Sox still contend without Eloy Jiménez?
In a devastating development, White Sox GM Rick Hahn announced in a press conference that Sox star Eloy Jiménez ruptured a pectoral tendon after trying to make…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhat is Eloy Jiménez’s future in White Sox outfield after another injury?
Eloy Jiménez suffered another injury in left field. This time, he hurt his shoulder trying to catch a ball as it sailed over the fence in a spring training…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhy White Sox catcher Zack Collins thinks he belongs on Opening Day roster
Zack Collins speaks with Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey about the competition for the White Sox backup-catcher job and why he believes it would be a mistake…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienTony La Russa on the White Sox being ”the last team standing” in 2021
Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox manager Tony La Russa about the past, present, and future. They discuss the 1983 ALCS when La Russa and the White Sox were…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox arms Dylan Cease, Jimmy Lambert sharing house at spring training
White Sox pitchers Dylan Cease and Jimmy Lambert are sharing a house together at spring training. The two hurlers speak with Chuck Garfien about how they keep…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox tab Lucas Giolito for Opening Day, Dylan Cease goes for No. 4 job
It's official. Lucas Giolito will start for the White Sox on Opening Day against the Los Angeles Angels. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, and Ryan McGuffey discuss…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhy Steve Stone thinks White Sox are in for a special 2021 season
What kind of year could be in store for the White Sox in 2021? Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox TV analyst Steve Stone about the team that’s been assembled…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhy you shouldn’t be alarmed by the White Sox spring training record
It's been a rough spring training for the White Sox so far in the win column. But does it really matter? Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber go inside what's been…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox outfielder Eloy Jiménez talks laughs, tears and his MVP goal
What’s in store for Eloy Jiménez in 2021? Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber speak with the White Sox left fielder about how many home runs he can hit in a season…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienLen Kasper, Darrin Jackson discuss new White Sox radio partnership
One of the biggest moves of the White Sox offseason came in the broadcast booth, where Len Kasper became the play-by-play voice on the South Side after 16…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox fans can return to the ballpark starting on Opening Day
The White Sox and the City of Chicago have agreed on a plan for fans to return to Guaranteed Rate Field in a limited capacity to start the season. Chuck…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhy White Sox pitcher Lance Lynn is a 2005 World Series throwback
Don’t stop believin’ in Lance Lynn. In his first spring training game with the White Sox, he showed us exactly what he’s all about: He doesn’t like to be taken…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienJerry Narron’s insight into White Sox catchers and his artistic lineup cards
Want an inside perspective on the White Sox from someone who came from the outside? Chuck Garfien got it from new White Sox catching coach Jerry Narron, a…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox fireballer Garrett Crochet recaps rookie year, previews 2021
White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet joins Chuck Garfien to talk about his electric rookie season, including his major league debut and a memorable performance…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienThe return of White Sox baseball, Tony La Russa, Jake Burger and much more
The White Sox first spring training game Sunday in Glendale, Arizona, represented the return of so much: baseball, fans in the stands, Tony La Russa and Jake…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienHow Andrew Vaughn is approaching White Sox spring DH competition
Will Andrew Vaughn start the season as the White Sox everyday DH? The 2019 first-round pick joins Chuck Garfien to talk about his opportunity to win the job…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienThe case for White Sox legend Minnie Miñoso to make the Hall of Fame
The Athletic's Joe Posnanski says White Sox legend Minnie Miñoso is the biggest void in the Hall of Fame. Chuck Garfien speaks with Posnanski, who explains why…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienBreaking down White Sox vs. Twins to determine AL Central’s top team
Everyone seems to believe that the AL Central will be decided between the White Sox and the Twins. So which is the better team? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienLucas Giolito describes why the White Sox should contend for years to come
White Sox ace Lucas Giolito speaks with Chuck Garfien about the team's "World Series or bust" attitude at the outset of spring training. He explains how…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhat Michael Kopech learned during time away from White Sox in 2020
After almost a year away from the game, Michael Kopech is back with the White Sox with a new perspective on life and a new role heading into the 2021 season…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienPicking the White Sox biggest X-factor for the 2021 season
As the White Sox prepare for the 2021 season, which player is going to be the difference between the team making it to the playoffs and making it to the World…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox set ’World Series or bust’ expectations as spring training begins
On Day 1 of spring training, general manager Rick Hahn told reporters that the goal is for the White Sox to win the World Series in 2021. That ought to get…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox well represented in preseason American League MVP, Cy Young odds
If José Abreu wants to repeat as American League MVP in 2021, he's got plenty of competition on his own team. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, and Ryan McGuffey go…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienTim Anderson gets you fired up for the 2021 White Sox season
With spring training about to begin, Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson to get you primed for baseball season. They talk about the…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienLuis Robert is the White Sox player no one’s talking about this offseason
With so much focus on who the White Sox did and didn't add to the roster this winter, it seems one of the biggest X-factors for the 2021 season has flown a…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienMike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio says White Sox can win the pennant
After making the playoffs in 2020 and adding to the club this winter, the White Sox are looking like one of the best teams in the AL, and MLB Network Radio…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhat Nelson Cruz returning to Minnesota means for the Twins and White Sox
With White Sox killer Nelson Cruz resigning with the Twins, how does this affect not only the Twins but the White Sox in 2021? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienThe White Sox ’Tournament of G.O.A.T.S.’ Which team is the all-time best?
Which White Sox team is the best in franchise history? 2005? 1906? 1959? 1993? The White Sox and Out of the Park Baseball came together to create a video game…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox second baseman Nick Madrigal wants to join MLB’s 3,000-hit club
Nick Madrigal is ready for big things in 2021 — and over the course of his big league career. Chuck Garfien goes 1-on-1 with the White Sox second baseman…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhy MLB Network’s Jon Morosi voted for Mark Buehrle for the Hall of Fame
White Sox great Mark Buehrle was one of several first-timers on this year's Hall of Fame ballot. He didn't earn election this time around — no one did this…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhere’s Nelson Cruz going to sign?
Nelson Cruz has been a White Sox killer for the past two seasons with the Minnesota Twins, but the free-agent DH could find a new team this offseason. Where…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienGordon Beckham opens up about his White Sox career
When Gordon Beckham was called up by the White Sox in 2009, it said in the newspaper "The savior is here." What was it like to play under such hype and…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhy Liam Hendriks signed with the White Sox
The White Sox signed the best closer on the free-agent market, but what convinced Liam Hendriks to come to the South Side? Chuck Garfien goes 1-on-1 with the…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienOddsmakers like the White Sox chances of winning the World Series
The White Sox started the 2019 season with 75-1 odds to win the World Series. Two years later, things have dramatically changed. The White Sox are among the…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienAaron Bummer raves about the White Sox signing Liam Hendriks
The White Sox made a major move by signing Liam Hendriks. What do his new teammates think about their new closer? White Sox reliever Aaron Bummer joins Chuck…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox sign Liam Freakin’ Hendriks!
The White Sox have added another big-time piece to the puzzle, reportedly signing free agent closer Liam Hendriks to a four-year deal. What does the addition…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhat the Francisco Lindor trade means for the White Sox
How can one man have all that power to essentially make a 3 team race into a 2 team race? The Cleveland Indians traded away one of the game's best players in…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWill the White Sox sign Liam Hendriks?
As the White Sox build their roster ahead of the 2021 season, they are reportedly interested in adding a free-agent closer, connected to Liam Hendriks, Brad…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienDylan Cease feeling optimistic about 2021
Last year the White Sox made the playoffs, but this year the team has a bigger goal in mind. Chuck Garfien discusses the feeling around the 2021 White Sox with…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienIT’S OUR FREAKIN’ 500TH PODCAST PALOOZA!
It's the 500th episode of the White Sox Talk Podcast and we couldn't have done it without you! The entire White Sox Talk crew of host Chuck Garfien, Ryan…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienWhite Sox get Yoelqui Cespedes, but what about Oscar Colas?
The White Sox are adding a top-ranked international prospect to their farm system with the signing of Yoelqui Céspedes. And that might not be all, as they…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienDistant Replay: The Bo Jackson Game
In this edition of Distant Replay, where the crew looks back at a classic White Sox game, Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka discuss the Bo Jackson…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienJim Abbott’s extraordinary baseball career
Former White Sox pitcher Jim Abbott has one of the most unique stories in baseball history. Born without a right hand, Jim played and excelled in the major…
The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck GarfienMeet new White Sox pitching coach Ethan Katz
The White Sox have rounded out their already solid pitching rotation by adding star Lance Lynn to the rotation and new pitching coach Ethan Katz has the…