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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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65:50

White Sox losing streak reaches 8 games as they head...

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/20

Rundown[Intro] Andrew Benintendi and Will Venable speak about trying to flush away the bad during an eight game losing streak[3:35] Will the younger White Sox players begin to press trying to snap the losing skid?[16:37] The White Sox are 4-20 in one-run games. Is there anything that Will Venable is doing to contribute to those struggles? Is there anything he can do to help matters? Or is he like everyone else waiting for better talent?[21:32] Why is Vinny Capra a thing?[35:09] Should the White Sox

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63:05

White Sox move on from Andrew Vaughn

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2025/06/16

Rundown[Intro] The Chicago White Sox pull off a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers as Aaron Civale joins the starting rotation but it costs Andrew Vaughn. White Sox GM Chris Getz shares his reasoning and thought process making the trade. [13:15] Jim Margalus joins the show to discuss the reaction to Andrew Vaughn being dealt to Milwaukee and what his lasting legacy is with the White Sox[22:19] White Sox get swept by the Texas Rangers, and Saturday had a crazy finish in which a pitcher had to bat for

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63:03

Finding hope in series loss at Houston

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/13

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox lose another series, but they played the Houston Astros tough and a few performances spark hope. Miguel Vargas had a monster game on Thursday that demonstrated some nights he's the best position player.[5:52] Who do the White Sox want batting with runners in scoring position? While Vargas has a monster OPS, Edgar Quero seems to have a knack in finding holes in the defense to help drive in runs. [15:36] Shane Smith in back-to-back starts helped the White Sox beat two

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72:16

White Sox winning homestand powered by the rookies

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/09

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox finish 4-3 against Detroit and Kansas City in large thanks to the rookies performance. [7:41] The story of how Tyler Alexander called for a ride in Milwaukee to Chicago, arrive to the game late, and then make his White Sox debut the next inning.[12:33] Josh was very skeptical of Chase Meidroth playing shortstop. But after watching more of Meidroth at shortstop, and paired with Baseball Savant loving his range at the position, Josh's mind has changed. So much that

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62:19

The transition of power is established

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/06

Rundown[Intro] Prior to Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers, the Chicago White Sox announced that Jerry Reinsdorf and Justin Ishbia have agreed to a transition of power. With Ishbia now providing funds to the White Sox cause will this help increase payroll in the near future?[17:45] Detroit Tigers series recap as the White Sox fight tough for a series split[23:16] Have the White Sox found their ideal 1-2 leading the lineup with Mike Tauchman and Chase Meidroth?[26:23] How much run will Tim

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59:29

Blundering in Baltimore

Sox Machine Podcast (Subscriber Version) ·

2025/06/02

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox are swept in Baltimore as one of the few highlights was the benches emptying thanks to Coby Mayo shoving Lenyn Sosa[7:12] The White Sox are on pace to only win 49 games in 2025. Is enough progress being made this season to generate more confidence that a turnaround is coming?[14:51] Mike Tauchman was one of the few White Sox hitters who had a good series against Baltimore. Is he trade bait?[18:43] What to do about Luis Robert Jr. if he doesn't improve his

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