FutureSox Podcast

FutureSox Interview Ft. Rikuu Nishida and Riley Gowens

On this special interview edition of the FutureSox Podcast, Elijah Evans welcomes on White Sox prospects Rikuu Nishida and Riley Gowens of the Birmingham Barons. They first talk about the run to the Southern League Championship in Birmingham and their experience in the playoffs. They also dive into their seasons and how it was playing at multiple levels throughout the farm system this year.

FutureSox RoundUp: AFL Check In and Reviewing the Mike Shirley Era of Drafts

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen take a dive into the Mike Shirley draft era. They start off though with a brief reaction to the Jerry Reinsdorf rumors and an Arizona Fall League check in. Then, they dive into the past four draft classes and the depth of talent throughout them. They talk about where players from each class are at and what they expect from them next season as well.

FutureSox Podcast: AFL w/ Chris Welsh of Fantasy Pros & The Prospect One Podcast

On the latest episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcomed Chris Welsh of The Prospect One Podcast and Fantasy Pros. Nobody watches more Arizona Fall League, Spring Training, Complex and Bridge League than The Welsh. You've probably seen his prospect videos on his profile at @IsItTheWelsh on X.com. He took some time to bestow some of his knowledge on us. He "sells" us the AFL and tells us what is unique about it, and how great of an experience it is.
The Welsh ran through a lot of the bigger prospects that are playing there this year before getting into the White Sox side of things and who he's been watching. He also runs through his thoughts on the bridge league in general before running through Sox prospects like Hagen Smith, Caleb Bonemer, Nick McLain and Javier Mogollon. Chris also gave his thoughts on George Wolkow, Noah Schultz and sleepers in the Sox system before closing out. A lot of great information to take in.

FutureSox RoundUp: Breakout Prospects from 2024 and Potential 2025 Breakouts

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas link up for a look back at some players that broke out in 2024. They first start with a quick Arizona Fall League discussion as Colson Montgomery and other exciting prospects got rolling with the Glendale Desert Dogs this week. Then, they got into the breakouts prospects of 2024 and then predict potential breakout prospects for 2025.

FutureSox Podcast : Let the Rumor Mill Commence

On the latest episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox started with a look at the playoffs series that are currently underway, and noted a few ex-White Sox players that have been involved. They then transitioned to the recent rumor of Buck Showalter throwing his hat in the ring to manage the 2025 Southside club. Will the Sox go for another 65+ yo to helm the bench? They also go into who they think is the leading candidate at this particular moment.
They moved to the AFL preview and some talk on some of the guys that will represent the White Sox in Glendale before moving to the International Scouting situation. The White Sox have fired scouts in the Dominican, Venezuela, Mexico, and Panama. Looks like a complete restructuring of the scouting system as had been suggested. They finished up the episode with a quick run through of the recent MLB Trade Rumors suggested arbitration numbers and who they cut or keep.
A fun episode tonight with a lot of chat interaction.

FutureSox RoundUp: Birmingham Barons Championship Season Review Ft. Curt Bloom

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen are joined by Double-A Birmingham Barons Broadcaster Curt Bloom to recap the Barons season and run to the Southern League Championship.
First, they go through the playoffs game-by-game to discuss all the biggest moments and players that excelled in the spotlight of the MiLB postseason. Then, they look back at the loaded Barons roster from the first half of the season and the players that stood out in that portion of the year. They wrapped up by breaking down players who could take another step forward in 2025 and what the future holds for the White Sox.

FutureSox Podcast: 2024 - We Deserved More

On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the recent comments from Chris Getz, the statement from Jerry Reinsdorf, and their thoughts on the managerial search. Also on the list of topics: Analytics Dept. revamp, the Barons Championship, and the AFL Roster announcement.

FutureSox RoundUp: Single-A Kannapolis Season Review

On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen catch up on all the excitement of the past few weeks on the farm. They start by talking about rookies in Chicago that have impressed and should be in the plan for 2025. Then, they go through the entire playoffs leading to the championship game for Single-A Kannapolis as well as a review of their entire season. They talk about the players that stood out this year in Single-A, what to expect from them all moving forward, and more.

FutureSox Podcast: White Sox in Flux

On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the recent hiring of David Keller as yet another Special Asst. to the GM, but he is apparently being put in charge of overseeing the International Scouting Department. They also talked about the bombs dropped on White Sox fans by Britt Ghiroli/Ken Rosenthal, the article by Keith Law on the state of the Sox development.
They took a look at recent call-ups/possible additions of Sean Burke and Edgar Quero, along with the acquisition off waivers of RP Ron Marinaccio from the Yankees. They closed with a look/retrospective of the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers Championship series and the ongoing Birmingham Barons playoffs.

FutureSox Podcast: Read My Lips, No Free Agents

On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the recent statements on Free Agency from Chris Getz. They also take to task Britt Ghiroli's take on the White Sox using the Royals as a blueprint for the future. There is that little bit about Bobby Witt Jr.'s not being readily available. 
There was some talk about the seasons winding down on the farm, playoff action for the Ballers and Barons, and if the AFL roster is going to change with Sean Burke making starts for the White Sox. All that and more!