Sox In The Basement

Sox In The Basement

Chicago White Sox News, Analysis and Interviews. For Fans, By Fans, From Chicago's South Side. Enjoy "30 Minutes of Sox!"

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What The Papers Say About The White Sox
What The Papers Say About The White Sox

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What The Papers Say About The White Sox
April 30, 2025

What The Papers Say About The White Sox

Travel back in time to 1992 as we find an old, faded newspaper poll on the White Sox. Over 30 years ago fans wrote in their opinions on the team, players, front office and ownership. Their take in the 90's may give you a soli...
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Is This What Real Baseball Looks Like?
April 26, 2025

Is This What Real Baseball Looks Like?

A vacation away from the White Sox brings stark observations from watching other MLB teams in action. Edgar Quero is so good his manager has even moved Andrew Vaughn out of the 4-spot a couple times. (Is he allowed to do that...
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White Sox Cords, Cables and Leashes
April 22, 2025

White Sox Cords, Cables and Leashes

James Fox of FutureSox joins Ed for one more show and talks about how quickly the hook comes for bad players and who is waiting to take their place. What's the real issue with White Sox TV revenue and does Danny Wirtz have a...
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The White Sox Roster Churn
April 18, 2025

The White Sox Roster Churn

James Fox of FutureSox sits down and talks about finding bright spots on a team with a dim outlook. Will the inevitable roster turnover that is coming be limited to easy decisions or will Chris Getz make some tough ones too?...
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Meidroth A Lesson For White Sox
April 16, 2025

Meidroth A Lesson For White Sox

Chase Meidroth played well in AAA and was elevated to the majors. So far, so good. One thing he does well is get on base. Another AAA prospect is putting up similar numbers but hasn't gotten the call. We ask what the White So...
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White Sox Still Lack Accountability
April 12, 2025

White Sox Still Lack Accountability

With the exception of a couple $15,000,000 per year players, everyone on this team is being paid low enough that you could justify benching, optioning or releasing them. So, why are so many poor performers still in the lineup...
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Reviews

Sports commentators who listen

"I'll share a short tale to describe why this podcast is the most refreshing sports commentary I've heard. Chris, the host, has strong opinions as would be expected of someone who professionally comm…"

Joe Beribak | Aug. 3, 2024

#1 White Sox podcast

"Great, clean show for Sox fans. Very knowledgeable and detailed."

Lathare | Jan. 23, 2021

Sox fans delight

"This is for Sox fans by a Sox fan which is why it’s so authentic. Well worth listening to."

dissasitfied! | April 14, 2021

Awesome

"Just like hanging out and talking about the Sox with your buddies. Look forward to every new podcast. Thanks for doing this Chris and Ed."

JS from Florida | May 15, 2021

Excellent show

"I’ve been listening to Sox in the Basement for 2 years now and look forward to every single episode. Chris has a great program. Screw the corporate podcast! This by far beats every other Sox radio pr…"

KT C. | June 16, 2021

Thank You

"Thank you for telling the truth on the White Sox front office. The Sox are going to forego another year of a winning window because the owner doesn't want to spend more to make the team competitive.…"

Edward Lasak | Dec. 1, 2021

Best non-judgemental view of White Sox baseball

"Pretty much an avid listener. I like the fact that the guys speak their mind and aren't afraid to throw some shade at the front office."

Dean Coppin | Feb. 16, 2023

Good insights

"They have great insights and sound great."

Todd Welter | Jan. 15, 2025

Nancy Faust!

"Listened to the Sox in the Basement podcast today. Just great. Nancy sounded relaxed and comfortable, and the interviewer was so on top of things, asking pertinent questions, and not showing off. Enj…"

Jim | July 23, 2023

The best show on White Sox baseball

"This is my favorite podcast on the Sox. And I listen to all of them. Make this one your first listen when they post!"

Iowa Sox Fan | Dec. 15, 2023

Excellent

"As a big fan in CA, I am always hungry for good Sox news, insight, and analysis. This is now my go-to podcast, without question!"

Andy Stenson | Feb. 21, 2024
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