Episodes

The White Sox won five in a row including the first two against Houston, and then they finished that series with only a split. With a limited number of games remaining, they cannot let chances to gain ground keep slipping away. We've got a new prospect to watch with Corn In The Basement. We also discuss the Elvis Andrus addition, messy sandwiches in the 300 Level, and who is likely attending a team meeting naked in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. S...

Dylan Cease, Jose Abreu, Andrew Vaughn. There are several White Sox players trying to push this White Sox team to the top of the AL Central. If they do find a way to win the division, though, Johnny Cueto is the team MVP. Let's examine why the team is following Johnny, and if they have reached the turning point we've been waiting for all season. Plus, let's take a closer look at deep issues that have worked against this talented team and what will have to change this offseason. Brought to you b...

David Marran is that guy who populates the White Sox scoreboard with fun stats and history during a game. So how does he keep it positive in a season like this one? We get some fun stats and interesting perspective from a man many call the "Sox Nerd." We also perform an exercise to illustrate what kind of moves the White Sox would have to make for meaningful change to this roster. Oh, and Johnny Cueto is right. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708...

Scott Merkin of MLB.com joins us to talk about the brilliance of Dylan Cease (and his mustache), why the White Sox ace is generally deployed for six innings per start, and what changes could happen if the Sox miss the postseason. We're also basking in the glory of Andrew Vaughn's bat while asking why he isn't batting second regularly. Do you have a core of untouchable players on this team? Is it the same as our core? Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Ca...

As Tony La Russa and White Sox management correct some issues and see results, there are a few storylines you may not immediately notice that could have a big impact on how the team does in the stretch run. The usage of Lance Lynn, Dylan Cease and other pitchers asks if they are judged by innings pitched over pitches thrown. We'll talk about a small trend with bigger implications. We are also joined by Tim Moran of SoxOn35th.com to discuss an old hot stove friend resurfaced: Michael Conforto. B...

Always the bridesmaid and never the bride, the Chicago White Sox get to the trade deadline still hovering at .500 with a seat at the table for big acquisitions. Unfortunately, they don't normally walk away with anything impactful. We look at why the Sox have such a hard time getting the players they need, and ask if an unlikely front office hero is already in the organization just waiting for an opportunity. Plus, why new White Sox RP Jake Diekman could frustrate depending on his use. Brought t...

The trade deadline approaches, and the White Sox are expected buyers. In addition to trade targets, we look at adjustments that can be made right now with current personnel as the Sox continue to hang out at or around .500. A possible bullpen solution sits in AAA. As Luis Robert recovers there is an optimal outfield setup. This team may look very similar to the 2016 team that sparked the rebuild, but it isn't exactly like that squad. Michael Suareo of Sox on 35th brings us Corn in The Basement t...

Sox In The Basement compares a team from 25 years ago to the current 2022 version of the White Sox. That team had a lot of similarities and waved the white flag, but it actually gives us hope for the remainder of the season. We're also looking at different trade targets than most as the deadline approaches. How "in" will Rick Hahn and the front office be over the next few days? Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 and leave your comments ...

From rotation decisions to regulars that should be in the lineup, we look at first-half performances and recent trends to form a plan for the playoff race. We also see a couple of off-season acquisitions heading out the door before the trade deadline. Corn In The Basement with Michael Suareo of SoxOn35th.com also checks in with two prospects who had rough starts before turning things up a notch recently. And Juan Soto isn't coming here...right? Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! ...

Recorded in front of a live crowd as the White Sox finished off the first half against the Twins. We sit down with the authors of "Chili Dog MVP: Dick Allen, The '72 White Sox And A Transforming of Chicago." Learn how a season not talked about enough by White Sox fans featured that year's MLB attraction, a young Harry Caray, the inventor of walk-up music Nancy Faust & the resurgence of a team on the brink of leaving the south side. Enjoy a very fun end entertaining "30 Minutes of Sox!" Brought ...

The definitive series of the 2022 season is upon us just before the All Star Break. Mainstream White Sox Media has joined podcasters, bloggers and fans in questioning manager Tony La Russa. Heck, Kenny Williams is back! Throw in a 2022 Draft that could impact the future, and the next few days are a crossroads for the White Sox. James Fox of Future Sox breaks down the draft and helps us sort some of it out in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscrib...

Scot Gregor of the Daily Herald gives his take on how the White Sox clubhouse is currently operating after recent suggestions that there is unrest and a lack of player leadership within the team. Did the subdued reaction to Tim Anderson's All Star selection mean anything? How does this clubhouse compare to those he has covered in the past? We peel away the onion as the White Sox play their most important stretch of the season. It's now or never. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions!...

You may still be buying the White Sox in July, or selling them. Just don't do it with too many emojis. The real question is if the White Sox will be buying over the next few weeks in the trade market. We look at the new Top 30 Prospect List out at Sox On 35th and ask their minor league analyst, Michael Suareo, if he would part with any of them to save the season in a trade. We also look at trade rumors starting to pop up during this critical stretch for the White Sox. Brought to you by Family W...

The White Sox entered the most important part of their 2022 season on Monday night red hot after sweeping the Giants. They immediately lost to the Twins in a game that sums up the entire franchise at this point. We're looking for a few positives in a bucket of negatives while enjoying a sit-down shower. We're also welcoming a new generation into the jaded section of Chicago White Sox fandom. But hey, at least we have Papa Hops this Friday...see you there! Brought to you by Family Waterproofing ...

White Sox manager Tony La Russa continues to act like fans are watching a different game than he is watching. What is he seeing that the rest of us cannot see? We saw a recent solid start from Lucas Giolito, but upon a deeper dive there may still be more to work out. Get an update on some high draft picks tearing it up in the minors for the White Sox, and Adam Kaplan of Sox On 35th breaks down the likely All-Stars on this team. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe...

Have you ever fantasized about running the White Sox? What would you do first? Let's fire a few people and ask a question of the team's scouts that any credible team would ask immediately. We're kicking of this episode, though, with the voice of Ed Farmer and an incredible charity event he threw his support behind years ago. Now Sox In The Basement is jumping in to help The Tom Hopkins Foundation and the Papa Hops 16" Softball Tournament on the South Side. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing...

The White Sox promoted young minor league star infielder Lenyn Sosa from Double-A, and didn't put him in the lineup. We go over the long list of roster moves on Thursday as the team looks to beat up on Baltimore. We also chat with Brian Barry of Sox on 35th about the rise of AJ Pollock in June, and what we can expect if he gets regular at-bats the rest of the way. Plus the debut of "Corn In The Basement!" Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8...

The next several weeks can propel this White Sox team into legitimate contention, or seal their fate. It doesn't help that Lucas Giolito has not performed as a front-line starter this season. We take a look at the numbers, and ask if Ethan Katz can fix a pitcher he has fixed before. We are also taking a variety of listener calls as Sox fans try to find the positives, and share some outlandish ideas. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 an...

The White Sox should be right on the heels of the Twins, which is a weird place to find optimism. That said, championship teams use their 40-man roster to push for titles. So why do the White Sox have so much dead weight? We learn about a few pitchers who should be added to that roster from Michael Suareo of SoxOn35th.com. We also notice an offensive return to the norm. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-459-8406 and leave your comments and ques...

The White Sox took a likely 4-2 (possibly 5-1) homestand and turned it into a 2-4 debacle. The manager seems lost. High-end talent is playing at a low level. The organization looks bad from top to bottom. In the middle of it all there is a great story in Jake Burger. We welcome his new fiancé Ashlyn Carmela for details on his proposal this past weekend, what this season has been like so far for the couple and how Jake reacts to errors & homeruns. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions...

The White Sox ballpark experience reminds us of a zombie movie, players are underperforming badly & Tony La Russa has lost touch with reality. The boo-birds have been out this homestand and we are here for it. But, those boos are not for the players! Meanwhile, we speak with a veteran honored at Thursday's game who grew up in the shadow of Comiskey Park and once went north to see Jackie Robinson play in 1947. Meet Captain Bill Pinkney during "30 Minutes of Sox!" Brought to you by Family Waterpr...

Rick Hahn, Chris Getz and others were recently watching Lenyn Sosa in Birmingham (AA). James Fox of FutureSox joins us to talk about a possible promotion to the majors for the prospect as a long-term fix at second base. Why would the Sox skip Yolbert Sanchez in AAA? What happens to Josh Harrison and Leury Garcia? We look at a logjam that Rick Hahn must un-jam. We also explain why we choose to remain an independent voice for White Sox fans. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Liste...

The White Sox are bad. The season is spiraling out of control. Time to make some changes and fix this thing. We offer a few logical moves that Rick Hahn and Tony La Russa could do right now, if they could get over their own mistakes. James Fegan of The Athletic also joins us with clubhouse mood, some areas he would like to see improved and if we will soon see internal cracks as the team continues to struggle. Brought to you by Family Waterproofing Solutions! Listen. Subscribe. Share. Call 708-4...

When your team is sitting at .500 coming out of the Memorial Day Weekend in a contention window season, you are tempted to play The Blame Game. So, let's play. Who is most to blame for the White Sox 2022 season to date? From Rick Hahn to Tony La Russa to Jerry Reinsdorf to aging hitters, there are so many options. Listen to the case for each so you can yell about the right people until the White Sox eventually turn a corner and go on to win it all...right? Brought to you by Family Waterproofing...