35: Lack of Clarity

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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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

35 min listen

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

77 min listen

Sox Machine on the Radio: Josh Nelson on ESPN 1000's Murph and Fred: Air Date: 5/5/2018 Topics * Positive takeaways from Carson Fulmer's start vs. Twins * When should Michael Kopech be called up? * Why did the White Sox trade for Trayce Thompson? * What are the chances the White Sox sign Manny Machado in the offseason? 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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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 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

8 min listen

2018 MLB Draft Show: Recorded: 6/4/2018 Brian Bilek, James Fox, and Jim Osborn join Josh Nelson to analyze the top 2018 MLB Draft picks. by Sox Machine

65 min listen

Sox Machine Live!: Avisail Garcia power surge: Recorded: 7/5/2018 The Rundown: * Avisail Garcia is on a hitting tear. Are we witnessing the next evolution of his hitting abilities? * Lucas Giolito, Dylan Covey, and Chris Volstad struggles in Cincinnati * Houston Astros series preview * Nick Madrigal signing * Donn Roach departing for Japan by Sox Machine

35 min listen

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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White Sox Wake Up Call: May 22, 2018: Rundown: * Another frustrating loss by the White Sox last night as manager Rick Renteria made some questionable decisions. * Down on the farm, Charlotte won big and Eloy Jimenez hit his 8th home run of the season. * MLB Scoreboard highlights Juan Soto hitting his first career home run on the very first pitch he sees. Oh, and nobody in the AL Central is above .500 again. by Sox Machine

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17: A Home Series Win!: Guests: Joe Ostrowski, 670 the score Trevor Wilt, Kannapolis Intimidators The Rundown: * The Chicago White Sox won a home series! After starting 3-15 at GRF, the White Sox won 3 out of 4 against the Texas Rangers as we recap the great performance from Reynaldo Lopez. * 670 the Score's Joe Ostrowski brings his insight about the Supreme Court's historic ruling that allows states to open up sports gambling. * Kannapolis Intimidators PxP Trevor Wilt joins the show to share his thoughts about Carlos Rodon's rehab start and the Intimidators torrid pace. by Sox Machine

63 min listen