White Sox Wake-Up Call: June 6, 2018

White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 16, 2018: Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: * The White Sox once again got thumped in the first inning, and this time it resulted in a shutout. * Jameson Taillon is coming back from a cut on his pitching hand that healed so slowly that he entertained the thought of using urine to fix it. * The minor-league affiliates were 0-4, although Eloy Jimenez had a nice night. * Robinson Cano is suspended, A.J. Pollock is out 4-8 weeks, and the AL Central is still a mess. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake Up Call: May 18, 2018: The Rundown: * Good luck was on the White Sox side as they score four in the bottom of the eighth inning to beat the Rangers, 4-2. * Preview tonight's White Sox vs. Rangers game. * Highlight action in the minor leagues that includes Trey Michalczewski's walk-off double * Scores around the league as Manny Machado hit his 14th home run of the season, but Baltimore now has the most losses in the American League. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 8, 2018: Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 8, 2018: * The White Sox were off Monday, which means they didn't lose! They also released an encouraging update on Danny Farquhar. * In the minors, Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and the Birmingham Barons continued to mash with a late comeback victory. * Around the majors, there were blowouts abound, plus the Sox two most recent opponents matched up. by Sox Machine

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Sox Machine Live!: Lucas Giolito and James Shields bounce back: Recorded: 5/2/2018 The rundown: * Even though the White Sox lost both games against St. Louis we saw good starts from Lucas Giolito and James Shields. We discuss what has been working for them and which pitches to watch for in upcoming starts to see if this success will continue. * Yoan Moncada is banged up. Should manager Rick Renteria give him a break? * Who should close games for the White Sox moving forward: Nate Jones or Joakim Soria? * Preview the upcoming series against the Minnesota Twins Presented by SeatGeek by Sox Machine

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14: Dash, Davidson and Drama: Guest: Joe Weil, the voice of the Winston-Salem Dash The rundown: * Chicago White Sox wrap up the first month of the season with Matt Davidson leading the offense. Is his performance a mirage? * We discuss what happened with Tim Anderson and Salvador Perez, and how players should handle on the field issues like this in the future. * Our feature story is a deep dive look at the Winston-Salem Dash with broadcaster Joe Weil. He shares his insight on Dane Dunning, Dylan Cease, the outfield logjam, and how new manager Omar Vizquel handles it all. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 1, 2018: Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 1st: * The White Sox had the day off in preparation for a two-game series against the Cardinals, starting tonight in St. Louis. * Birmingham clubbed their way to an 11-7 victory, as Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and Seby Zavala all joined in on the hit parade. * The Dodgers' pennant defense suffered a major blow with the announcement that Corey Seager will be undergoing Tommy John surgery. by Sox Machine

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15: MLB Draft Preview with Jim Callis: Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline.com The Rundown: * We recap the weekend bringing back The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly as the White Sox have their worst start to a season since 1948. * Our good friend, Jim Callis, joins the show to share his thoughts about the upcoming MLB Draft and who would be a good fit for the White Sox at pick 4\. Plus, his thoughts about a potential Michael Kopech call up and which prospects are rising up the rankings board. * Of course, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox including one about who would be a good choice as the White Sox radio play-by-play commentator. Presented by SeatGeek. Save $10 off tickets using promo code MACHINE - both for new and existing users. by Sox Machine

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$15: MLB Draft Preview with Jim Callis: Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline.com The Rundown: * We recap the weekend bringing back The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly as the White Sox have their worst start to a season since 1948. * Our good friend, Jim Callis, joins the show to share his thoughts about the upcoming MLB Draft and who would be a good fit for the White Sox at pick 4\. Plus, his thoughts about a potential Michael Kopech call up and which prospects are rising up the rankings board. * Of course, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox including one about who would be a good choice as the White Sox radio play-by-play commentator. Presented by SeatGeek. Save $10 off tickets using promo code MACHINE - both for new and existing users.$

White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 30, 2018: Here's the rundown for your White Sox Wake-Up Call: * RECAP: The Sox fell to the Indians 7-3 behind another shaky outing from Lucas Giolito. * PREVIEW: Reynaldo Lopez faces off against Corey Kluber. * ON THE FARM: Carlos Rodon dominated AAA hitters in potentially his final rehab start. * AROUND THE LEAGUE: The Mets lose two, count 'em two starters. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake Up Call: May 11, 2018: The Rundown: * Preview the upcoming series against the Chicago Cubs as Welington Castillo could be a good pick-to-click against Tyler Chatwood. * Recap the action in the minor leagues as Eloy Jimenez extends his hitting streak to 14 games, and the Kannapolis Intimidators improve their record to 22-11. * Highlighting scores around Major League Baseball as there were plenty of Grand Slams smacked around ballparks yesterday. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 2, 2018: Good morning. Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call: * **Last night:** The White Sox defense tried to prop up a shaky bullpen, but the contact Joakim Soria allowed couldn't be flagged down, and he blew the save. * **Down on the farm:** Michael Kopech is tested, Dylan Cease isn't, and the organization hands out awards. * **Around the league:** Late homers aplenty, and Adam Eaton's ankle injury continues to be worse than initially expected. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 9, 2018: Good morning, White Sox fans. Here's what's in today's Wake-Up Call: * The Sox will still be searching for their first series win against a team that isn't the Royals after [a disheartening loss to the Pirates](https://www.soxmachine.com/2018/05/09/pirates-10-white-sox-6-fast-start-fizzles-as-giolito-bullpen-cant-hold-lead/) on Tuesday night. [* At least the Barons are still good](https://www.soxmachine.com/2018/05/09/pirates-10-white-sox-6-fast-start-fizzles-as-giolito-bullpen-cant-hold-lead/) * The Dash, too. * James Paxton throws a no-hitter, Dylan Bundy can't get anybody out, all AL Central teams are under .500 and there are two AL East teams at 25-10. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 15, 2018: Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 15th, 2018: * GOOD NEWS: Yoan Moncada will return to the Sox lineup on Tuesday. * DOWN ON THE FARM: Birmingham was on the wrong side of a no-no and Kannapolis won thanks to Laz Rivera and Lincoln Henzman. * AROUND MLB: the Supreme Court struck down a ban on sports gambling, and the Indians continued to be mediocre. by Sox Machine

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White Sox Wake Up Call: May 4, 2018: The Rundown: * Down 5-1, the White Sox comeback thanks to home runs by Daniel Palka and Trayce Thompson to beat the Twins, 6-5. * Micker Adolfo and Luis Basabe homer to power the Dash to a sweep of Lynchburg * Albert Pujols gets hit 2,999 but falls short of reaching the accomplishment at home. by Sox Machine

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