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Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version)

The Sox Machine podcast covers Chicago White Sox news, interviews, analysis, and more. Hosted by Josh Nelson, Jim Margalus, and James Fegan.This RSS feed is Ad-free and contains exclusive content only for Sox Machine subscribers.

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69:09

White Sox get bad injury news with Luis Robert Jr.

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/28

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz shares the news that Luis Robert Jr. is out with a hamstring strain. The odds don't look great for Robert to play again in 2025, but Getz also comments about his upcoming $20 million club option. [5:17] After Getz speaks, Josh Nelson and Jim Margalus comment about Robert's injury. How do you assess his 2025 season? Any chance that Jerry Reinsdorf changes his mind about picking up Robert's club option?[19:09] For the first 16 innings, the

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57:45

Colson Montgomery leading another White Sox offensive...

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/25

Rundown[Intro] Audio from White Sox manager Will Venable about tracking progress in his first season, and how Colson Montgomery has adjusted to life in the major leagues. Montgomery shared why staying short to the ball has been fueling his early success.[5:27] Speaking of Montgomery, he's hit a home run in three consecutive games, and the White Sox have scored 45 runs in their last six games. If the White Sox, who are averaging 5.45 runs per game post All-Star Break, are a legit five runs per game

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51:06

White Sox pitchers running out of gas

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/22

Rundown[Intro] The series in Atlanta was weird in that the White Sox scored 23 runs in two games, but then got shutout. Also, they lost a game with a huge lead despite scoring 10 runs. Perhaps most alarming is that the White Sox pitching staff is running on fumes. With games in the next 17 days, is there anyone in Charlotte or Birmingham that can help? [17:48] A recap of the White Sox hot hitting performances in the last week[19:27] Series Preview: Minnesota Twins[22:07] Who has the better

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65:33

Learning about the White Sox hitting efforts with...

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/18

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox director of hitting, Ryan Fuller, joins the show to chat with James Fegan about what to expect from the bridge league prospects. The conversation touches on what attributes the White Sox are now looking for from perspective prospects, what metrics are important to Fuller, and how he thinks about the recent draftees. [31:21] Recap of the Savannah Bananas playing at Rate Field over the weekend[42:17] A quick look at the White Sox home run leaderboard. Will Lenyn Sosa

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59:23

Martin Perez Returns

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/15

Rundown[Intro] Martin Perez returns to the White Sox since his injury in mid-April. Where is he at physically and what's the game plan for Perez in the last seven weeks of 2025 season? James Fegan shares what he learned from the clubhouse and Jim Margalus likes the idea on paper of Perez piggy backing off Shane Smith starts. Until there's more injuries or the combination is too redundant that it hurts other games. [10:30] Speaking of Smith, he's looked strong in his last two outings. What's working

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70:40

White Sox Revolving Door of Pitchers

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/11

Rundown[Intro] After losing another series to Cleveland dropping to 8-22 vs. AL Central, are the Chicago White Sox concerned about their division record? Or is it still too soon in the rebuild cycle to be overly worried? [5:21] Plenty of roster transactions for the White Sox this past weekend as they are running out of fresh arms. What's the plan to help manager Will Venable have enough arms to finish 2025?[13:31] Did you know that Lenyn Sosa now has an above average wRC+ in 2025? Despite his overly

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65:03

Slugging White Sox Slip in Seattle

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/08

Rundown[Intro] Surprise! The Chicago White Sox lead Major League Baseball in home runs hit since the All-Star Break. Has the organization finally embraced Ball In Air offense?[9:55] Following up with James Fegan's column about key metrics to track for the rest of 2025, Luis Robert Jr. did well to hit fastballs against Seattle's pitchers. [15:59] Meanwhile, maybe we should pay more attention to Colson Montgomery's contact rate.[21:56] Roman Anthony signed a eight-year contract extension with Boston

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64:51

Colson Montgomery flexing the power

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/04

Rundown[Intro] Colson Montgomery is one of the league leaders in RBI post All-Star Break and has seven home runs in his first 25 games. How is Montgomery doing this after a dismal season in AAA? Maybe the source of this swing in development can be attributed to the new bat Montgomery is using?[15:43] Miguel Vargas is heading to the IL. What does this mean for playing time at first base?[23:16] Starting pitcher Aaron Civale hasn't allowed an earned run in over 17 innings. Will contender regret not

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56:58

2025 MLB Trade Deadline Recap: Luis Robert Jr. stays

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/08/01

Rundown[Intro] The 2025 MLB Trade Deadline is over, and the White Sox only trade Austin Slater and Adrian Houser. White Sox GM Chris Getz shares his thoughts about the deadline, Houser success, and his excitement in keeping Robert Jr. [6:37] Josh Nelson and James Fegan share their reaction to the White Sox trade deadline activity. While Getz is expecting to keep Robert, does that match to Jerry Reinsdorf's spending habits? If the White Sox bring Robert back, will that be all for their offseason

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88:45

2025 MLB Trade Deadline Preview

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/28

Rundown[Intro] White Sox manager Will Venable speaks about the young players finding success, navigating his first trade deadline as a manager, and Luis Robert Jr. [6:29] Speaking of Robert, James Fegan has the latest health update[10:02] White Sox suffer from a bit of regression from their stellar play as of late[18:22] White Sox trade board updates[20:00] Adrian Houser[24:40] Mike Tauchman[28:30] Luis Robert Jr.[40:45] Aaron Civale[43:28] Austin Slater and Michael A. Taylor[49:33] Relievers[71:59]

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58:51

The Kids Are Hitting

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/25

Rundown[Intro] After the All-Star Break, the Chicago White Sox held a team meeting to set the tone for remaining 2025 season. James Fegan explains how the White Sox emphasis on being more aggressive against fastballs is taking hold. [7:28] Colson Montgomery is hitting better in the major leagues than in AAA. Why is that, and what do we make of the split time defensively between shortstop and third base? [16:20] Kyle Teel is showing good contact and on-base skills. Is he an example of White Sox

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68:33

Party in Pittsburgh

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/21

Rundown[Intro] It was our annual Road Trip, co-hosted with FromThe108 and Chicago Sports Bums, visiting Pittsburgh. Josh and Jim share their highlights of the festive weekend. [9:35] If you missed out on Pittsburgh, Josh shares what the 2026 Road Trip plans are[15:26] Back to baseball, the Chicago White Sox offense had a huge weekend. Will Venable and Mike Tauchman think it was the hitters being more aggressive against fastballs. Is it that easy? Or is Pittsburgh's pitching that bad? [24:53] Trade

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62:55

2005 World Series Reunion and MLB Draft Recap

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/14

Rundown[Intro] The Chicago White Sox held their 2005 World Series reunion and it was wonderful to remember what it was like to watch a great team[16:19] Opposite of great, the White Sox offense stinks. What is ailing Chase Meidroth and Miguel Vargas? Any other sources of help coming? [25:20] Colson Montgomery has been better than expected on defense[31:28] 2025 MLB Draft Day 1 recap: How we like the Billy Carlson selection, the White Sox love local talent, and what's the strategy heading into the

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63:57

Last Call Before 2025 All-Star Break

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/10

Rundown[Intro] White Sox GM Chris Getz speaks with the media about his memories of Bobby Jenks, the decision calling up Colson Montgomery, what the current trade market looks like, and the MLB Draft strategy[12:07] Adrian Houser held the Toronto Blue Jays to one run, and now has a season ERA below 2.00. What does his trade market look like and which teams should be calling for his services? [28:04] Mike Tauchman is likely to be dealt. Will he be on hug watch all the way up to the deadline, and which

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63:59

Remembering Bobby Jenks, Shane Smith is an All-Star,...

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/07

Rundown[Intro] Remembering Bobby Jenks and his impact on the 2005 World Series winning team[10:01] Shane Smith is an All-Star, which is a great story, but his last seven starts have been a struggle. Is he running out of gas?[20:54] Colson Montgomery has arrived and made a great first impression in Colorado[29:39] Series Preview: Toronto Blue Jays. Are we buying the Blue Jays, and why is Josh Rojas still getting so much playing time?[46:54] Around MLB: Washington Nationals fire their GM a week before

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66:01

2025 MLB Draft Preview Show with Jim Callis

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/05

Guest: Jim Callis, MLB.comRundown[Intro] Jim Callis of MLB.com joins the show and we first discuss the Chicago White Sox promoting Colson Montgomery to the majors[9:05] The 2025 MLB Draft will begin on Sunday, July 13 and the preview begins with who is the number one overall prospect? For MLB.com, it's Ethan Holliday, but that doesn't mean he will be taken first overall by Washington. [16:52] Who is the hardest team to mock? [27:28] Building a new White Sox Watch Board of prospects who could be

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12:04

Sox Machine on the Radio: Josh Nelson joins Mully &...

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/07/05

Josh Nelson joins 670 the Score's Mully & Haugh to talk about the MLB readiness of Colson Montgomery

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58:46

Good weekend for the rebuild

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/30

Rundown[Intro] Josh took a weekend off from watching the Chicago White Sox. Luckily he has Jim and James that can help him catch up with what he missed over the weekend. Which includes Mike Vasil possibly being Batman, Kyle Teel's big moment, Jonathan Cannon returning, Luis Robert Jr. going on the IL, and Ryan Noda playing right field for some reason. [18:48] Colson Montgomery had a great five-game series against Toledo which has helped his overall season numbers, but is it enough to merit a call

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85:25

Chicago White Sox 2025 First Half Review

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/26

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox finish the first half with a 26-55 record. General manager Chris Getz shares his impressions on the first 81 games, how he is liking the early return from Garrett Crochet trade, why he thinks they will be active this trade deadline, and trying to stick to the long-term plan.[10:22] Last year, the White Sox barely had a better first half record than the second half. Will that trend continue in 2025?[21:21] First Half Grade: White Sox Offense[37:03] First Half Grade:

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75:41

White Sox bounce back in Toronto

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/23

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox won two out of three games against the Toronto Blue Jays thanks to a clutch hit by Miguel Vargas on Sunday. Is he the most trustworthy White Sox bat in high leverage situations? [14:21] Grant Taylor had the honor of starting the series and closing it. If Taylor is destined to be the White Sox closer, should he just have that role now? [22:01] With how well Adrian Houser has pitched for the White Sox, and the Blue Jays have a need, should Toronto just kept Houser in

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