FutureSox Podcast

FutureSox RoundUp: Nick Nastrini and Jonathan Cannon are Heading to Chicago

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen react to the promotion of Nick Nastrini and Jonathan Cannon to the Chicago White Sox. They discuss the continually complicated nature of the 40-man roster and express excitement around two top pitching prospects making their MLB debuts this week. Then, they dive into discussing top performers from each affiliate within the organization highlighted by our new weekly segment featuring minor league hitter of the week, Edgar Quero, and pitcher of the week, Aldrin Batista. 
Key prospect performers discussed this week: 
AAA: Colson Montgomery, Frasier Ellard, Prelander Berroa, Bailey Horn
AA: Edgar Quero, Mason Adams, Drew Thorpe, Jairo Iriarte, Ky Bush, Brooks Baldwin, Terrell Tatum
A+: Noah Schultz, Tanner McDougal, Peyton Pallette, Jacob Gonzalez, Samuel Zavala
A: Aldrin Batista, Seth Keener, Jake Peppers, Lucas Gordon, Drew McDaniel

FutureSox Podcast: 2024 Draft Pool

Ian Eskridge and James Fox run through the abomination that is the 2024 White Sox.  They moved on to fun things like the draft budget that the White Sox will have to work with in the 2024 draft. Also some talk about top performances this week on the Sox affiliates.

FutureSox Interview Ft. Sean Burke

On this interview edition of the FutureSox Podcast, Elijah Evans is joined by White Sox pitching prospect Sean Burke. After being a third round pick in 2021, Burke was one of the most impressive pitchers in the system in 2022 as he finished the season in Charlotte and finished the season with 137 strikeouts between three levels. Burke was shut down with a shoulder issue after pitching just nine games in 2023, but is currently rehabbing and looking to get back into Minor League action soon. He talks about his experience getting Tommy John in high school, college experience, and his growth since joining the organization. Then, he provides updates on his rehab progression and timeline before sharing thoughts on some of the young talents in the organization. 

FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters: The White Sox are Broken.

Danny Miller welcomes Elijah Evans to this episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters. They try to remain positive with the White Sox winner on Tuesday.  There are a few things to be happy about, but injuries and bullpen issues bring it down a notch. Elijah and Danny talk about some positives down on the farm and go into what they think should be done with the management of the 40 man roster. Elijah has a plan for the roster and the upcoming off-season, and it includes some well known prospects.

FutureSox RoundUp: Top Performers From the Weekend at Each White Sox Affiliate

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen recap the first full weekend of Minor League Baseball. They open by briefly touching on the status of the White Sox highlighted by Garrett Crochet's dominance and then considering the MLB-wide issue of pitching elbow injuries. They also briefly explain the recent 40-man roster moves and the complictaed roster situtaion the organization finds itself in this spring. Then, they dive into talking about the key performers at every MiLB affiliate after a full weekend of baseball. 
Key prospects discussed at each level include:AAA: Nick Nastrini, Oscar Colas, Colson Montgomery
AA: Drew Thorpe, Jairo Iriarte, Jake Eder, Connor McCullough, Wilfred Veras, Terrell Tatum, Brooks Baldwin
A+: Noah Schultz, Samuel Zavala
A: Seth Keener, Lucas Gordon, Ronny Hernandez, Rikuu Nishida

FutureSox Podcast: 2024 MiLB is Fully Operational

Ian Eskridge and James Fox broke down Charlotte's first full week and the other three's first weekend series on this episode of the FutureSox Podcast. A lot of good pitching performances on the farm from names like Cannon, Keener, and Eder. Also some big bat weeks from Wilfred Veras, Tim Elko, and Brooks Baldwin.
They dove into the White Sox trades this week (Jose Rodriguez to the Phillies, and Alex Speas to the Athletics). They also went into when it will be a good idea for the White Sox to stop the nonsense and start playing younger players.

FutureSox Podcast: '24 Cannon Ballers Preview Ft. Dan Helotie

On this edition of the podcast, Elijah Evans is joined by Dan Helotie of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers to preview the upcoming season. First, they talk about Dan's path to becoming the broadcaster for Kannapolis. Then, they discuss some of the standouts from the 2023 roster before previewing the 2024 season and players to watch throughout the year.

FutureSox Podcast: '24 Dash Preview w/ Andrew Murphy

Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcomed the PBP voice of the Winston-Salem Dash, Andrew Murphy, to the FutureSox Podcast to preview the upcoming 2024 season. They started off with Noah Schultz talk and moved to the rest of the staff, going in depth on quite a few of the starters. There is a ton of pitching in Winston-Salem, and a lot of quality arms, and they discussed a bunch of names.
On the positional side of things, Jacob Gonzalez was a "lightning rod" in 2023 amongst the fanbase, and there was talk about his upcoming season and what Andrew expects to see. Also they jump into Samuel Zavala and Andrew's interactions with him and the HUGE leg kick. They also jump into who you can expect to see getting major playing time at other positions.
They end the team talk with a bit of conversation on the revamped coaching staff under returning manager Guillermo Quiroz, and then hop into one of Andrew's passions in life: music.

FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters: Ugly Start

Nick Murawski and Danny Miller are back for another Hot Takes & Heaters. The 2024 season has started, and somebody better tell Pedro and the boys FAST. They did a postgame for the White Sox first win. Crochet was dominant and the offense did just enough with RISP to get the job done. They also dipped into the early performances of some of the players including Shewmake, Moncada, and Eloy's injury.

FutureSox RoundUp: Charlotte Knights and Birmingham Barons Season Preview

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen start by reacting to Opening Weekend of baseball for the White Sox and Knights. They proceed to preview the rosters and season ahead for Triple-A Charlotte and Double-A Birmingham as the rest of the organization affiliates are set to open their season this Friday.