FutureSox Podcast

FutureSox RoundUp: Promotions Throughout System and Pitching Rotations

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen analyze all of the promotions from this week within the White Sox organization while considering what other moves could be on the horizon. They discuss Noah Schultz and Jacob Gonzalez joining an already loaded Birmingham roster and that could mean for Drew Thorpe and other pitchers that are ready for a promotion as well. Then, they talk about Eddie Park joining Winston-Salem as well as Grant Taylor and Ryan Burrowes making their professional debuts in Kannapolis. They continue by discussing how the White Sox rotation could shake out in 2025 with all of this pitching depth and then run through top performers from the week including hitter of the week, Ryan Galanie, and pitcher of the week, Riley Gowens.
Key prospects discussed: 
AAA: Nick Nastrini, Jonathan Cannon, Zach DeLoach
AA: Noah Schultz, Jacob Gonzalez, Drew Thorpe, Jairo Iriarte, Brooks Baldwin
A+: Eddie Park, Riley Gowens, Bryce Willits, Shawn Goosenberg
A: Grant Taylor, Ryan Burrowes, Ryan Galanie, Lucas Gordon, Aldrin Batista
ACL: George Wolkow, Javier Mogollon, Tristan Stivors

FutureSox Podcast: Noah Schultz Promotion Celebration

On this episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the Noah Schultz promotion, Grant Taylor's debut, and a bunch of great performances including Jairo Iriarte and Riley Gowens. Also they talk about who's going to get promoted, and who's going where. A lot of of moving pieces possible.  Where are they going to end up?

FutureSox Interview Series : Caden Connor

Our Elijah Evans had a conversation with current Kannapolis Cannon Baller, and former Cal State Fullerton Titan - Caden Connor. He goes through his baseball life pre-draft, and what the lead up to the draft was like for him. The White Sox drafted him in the 19th round in 2023, and he has taken the 2024 Kannapolis offense up a notch slashing .295/.375/.434.

FutureSox RoundUp: Winston-Salem's Rotation and Kannapolis' Lineup Shine

Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen discuss a wide range of topics regarding the White Sox farm system on this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp. They start by breaking down Bryan Ramos and his first MLB stint before discussing the Robbie Grossman trade. They continue with analysis of our soon-to-be published left-handed starting pitchers list. Then, they talk about hitter of the week, Ryan Galanie, and pitcher of the week, Juan Carela, in addition to the entire Kannapolis lineup and Winston-Salem rotation. Additionally, they talk about timeline of possible promotions and standpoint players from the first week of Arizona Complex League games.
Key players discussed: 
AAA: Nick Nastrini, Colson Montgomery
AA: Jake Eder, Ky Bush
A+: Juan Carela, Noah Schultz, Riley Gowens, Tyler Schweitzer, Shane Murphy, Jacob Gonzalez
A:  Ryan Galanie, Caden Connor, Rikuu Nishida, Eddie Park, Lucas Gordon
ACL: Christian Oppor, George Wolkow, Ryan Burrowes, Javier Mogollon

FutureSox Podcast: Ramos, Top Prospects, and Trades

Ian Eskridge and James Fox discussed the performance of Bryan Ramos and the recent uptick for the White Sox. How are all the top prospects fairing across the affiliates? They will be finishing with what the trade market might bear in the coming months for the White Sox and just a little bit of the draft possibilities.

FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters: Saying hello to Tampa.

On this episode of Hot Takes & Heaters Nick Murawski and Danny Miller discuss White Sox going down to Tampa, Bryan Ramos, Tommy Pham and Nick will finally give Gavin Sheets his flowers (or maybe not). They also take a look at the tv deal situation among many other topics.

FutureSox RoundUp: Top Right-Handed Starters and Outfield Depth

Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen start by talking about the promotion of Bryan Ramos before diving into a variety of topics on this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp. They discuss the Co-Hitters of the Week, Wilfred Veras and Rikuu Nishida, as well as the Pitcher of the Week, Peyton Pallette. Then, they break down Elijah's top right-handed pitching prospects list considering a few of the tough decisions made on the list. They continue by zooming around the organization and the top performers at each level from the week before previewing the ACL roster. They finish off the episode with a look at the outfield depth throughout the farm system.Key prospects discussed include: MLB: Bryan RamosAAA: Colson MontgomeryAA: Wilfred Veras, Jairo Iriarte, Mason Adams, Andrew Dalquist, Eric AdlerA+: Jacob Gonzalez. Juan CarelaA: Rikuu Nishida, Seth Keener, Drake LoganACL: Grant Taylor, George Wolkow, Sean Burke, Mathias LaCombe, Christian Oppor

FutureSox Live: Bryan Ramos called up and ACL Preview

On this week's FutureSox podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discussed the promotion of Bryan Ramos to the White Sox. What about it makes sense, and why the move was made. Also James has written the White Sox ACL roster preview, and they go in depth on the roster. Who's who, and who are we looking to make a big mark in the ACL this year. They also have a chat about some of the interesting performances across the affiliates. They close with the John Schriffen saga, and some small opinions on the issues people have.

FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters: Weekend Sweep, Now Back to Sleep?

On this episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Nick Murawski and Danny Miller discuss the White Sox sweep of the Tampa Bay Rays, and how unexpected that was. Now they lost game 1 to old friends, the Minnesota Twins. You can listen along as the end of the second game unfolds, while running through all of the recent happenings with the Sox. Tommy Pham, Rafael Ortega, and John Schriffen's call of a game are discussed.

FutureSox RoundUp: Every Affiliate Wins Their Series

Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen recap an impressive week for the White Sox affiliates on this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp. They first discuss the recent rosters decisions and choice by the organization to prioritize veteran players right now. Then, they dive into discussing the hitter of the week, Jacob Gonzalez, and pitcher of the week, Ky Bush in addition to a fun stat regarding the top seven hitters in the farm system so far. They go through the top performers of the week before examining the corner infield depth throughout the organization. 
Key prospect performers discussed: 
AAA: Oscar Colas, Lenyn Sosa, Jared Shuster
AA: Ky Bush, Jake Eder, Gil Luna, Adisyn Coffey, Jordan Mikel, Bryan Ramos
A+: Tanner McDougal, Riley Gowens, Eric Adler, Mario Camilletti, Wes Kath
A: Aldrin Batista, Lucas Gordon, Seth Keener, Drew McDaniel, Ryan Galanie, Eddie Park, Caden Connor
ACL/DSL: Eduardo Herrera