Sox Machine

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.

Rundown

[Intro] Chicago White Sox lose the series in Philadelphia to start this 12-game gauntlet. But the offense showed up, and it has in Munetaka Murakami's absence. 

[5:05] In his last 15 games played, Tristan Peters is hitting 20-for-43. Where does his 2026 season stack up in a year of surprises? 

[14:08] Jacob Gonzalez first MLB home run sparked a funny TV moment for Phillies

[18:01] Did Philadelphia's premier left-handed bats (Kyle Schwarber, Bryce Harper, and Brandon Marsh) expose the White Sox left-handed pitchers?

[26:42] Sean Newcomb pitched well this weekend, and has posted scoreless outings in 14 of his last 15 appearances. Should the White Sox use him more often in one inning situations? 

[32:30] Jim recaps his trip to Knoxville as he got to see Gabe Davis pitch

[43:26] Series Preview: Atlanta Braves as old friends Chris Sale and Martin Perez visit

[53:48] Around MLB: San Diego Padres are in trouble and Curtis Mead is raking for Washington

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[Intro] Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz speaks with the media prior to the Minnesota Twins series. Sharing his thoughts about the team's start, will they be aggressive making additions, the MLB Draft, and Miguel Vargas

[10:36] David Sandlin had a tough second start of his major league career. 

[14:00] Is it as simple as the defense let Davis Martin down? Or, was there a red flag in his last outing against Minnesota?

[17:06] Sam Antonacci has to learn how to make better throws, but he's doing an excellent job of converting on diving catches. 

[19:02] On the flip side, Antonacci has proven to be a very good leadoff hitter vs. RH starters. But the number against southpaws is still scary. 

[24:15] An update on Austin Hays

[26:51] First impressions of Jacob Gonzalez. 

[32:30] Andrew Benintendi showing signs of life in his last 15 games. 

[39:12] Series Preview: Philadelphia Phillies

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[Intro] Audio from Chicago White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery, who believes this team is playoff-caliber. With a 32-27 record, is it time for us to reset expectations for this 2026 season? 

[15:32] If the White Sox don't finish with at least 81 wins, will this season be a disappointment? 

[22:00] What is the White Sox plan for first base playing time with Munetaka Murakami on the IL? 

[24:22] With how the offense is operating, is there enough depth to make up the absence of Murakami? Can Colson Montgomery and Miguel Vargas pick up the missing home run slack? 

[30:25] White Sox pitching coach Zach Bove spoke to reporters prior to Sunday's game about the staff. Updates on Noah Schultz, Grant Taylor, Davis Martin, Bryan Hudson, and Shane Smith. 

[37:21] Minnesota Twins series preview. What to expect from David Sandlin in his second outing? 

[47:12] Around Baseball: Biggest college playoff upset ever, Seattle Mariners streaking, and Detroit Tigers' downfall.

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Rundown

[Intro] Our reactions to the Chicago White Sox winning three out of four against the Minnesota Twins. How this surprising run continues to get better for everyone associated with the White Sox (Players, coaches, front office, staff, media, and fans). 

[8:50] Davis Martin has become the pitching staff ace that we thought Shane Smith could be. Now The Dart is in the top 10 in K-BB% for starting pitchers. 

[13:53] What impressed us the most about David Sandlin's MLB debut. 

[19:39] Jim recaps his trip to Birmingham to see the Rickwood Classic. 

[23:03] Munetaka Murakami joins rare White Sox company. Could he challenge the all-time rookie home run record? 

[31:38] Colson Montgomery is heating up. 

[34:00] Randal Grichuk has been a pleasant surprise coming off the bench. 

[39:54] Detroit Tigers series preview. If the White Sox win this series, is Detroit done? 

[47:08] The first proposals from MLB and MLBPA regarding a salary floor. 

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[Intro] Mike Ferrin joins the podcast and will be calling the Atlanta Regional on ACC Network this weekend. He shares his thoughts about the bracket that did feature some questionable teams like Kentucky. 

[6:56] Which regional is the toughest? That might be in Lincoln, Nebraska as the #1 seed Cornhuskers will have to deal with Ole Miss and Arizona State. 

[10:09] It seems every year at least one top eight seed goes down in the opening weekend. Which top eight seed is at most risk of not advancing in the opening weekend? 

[16:32] Last year, it was Murray State. In 2023, it was Oral Roberts. Is there a #3 or #4 seed that can reach the College World Series this postseason? 

[20:08] Who are the must see players in this tournament? Mike mentions top catching prospect Vahn Lackey. Josh points are the talented sophomore class we'll be following for the 2027 MLB Draft. 

[25:16] Mike and Josh share their College World Series picks. 

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