FutureSox Podcast
Discussing the prospects and happenings relating to White Sox player development and baseball operations.
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Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Saturday Oct 31, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome Beef Loaf of Fromthe108.com to preview what to expect from the White Sox as they prepare for an offseason in front of a year that will have World Series aspirations attached. The guys explore the thinking behind Tony La Russa as manager and dive into the overwhelmingly negative perspective from the fan base associated to the hire. Who will fill the role as bench coach? Should the Sox go outside the organization for a pitching coach?
Later, Beef provides his offseason hopes as it relates to free agent right fielders, catchers and pitchers. He also highlights expectations for Dylan Cease. The White Sox must decide whether to tender or non-tender Carlos Rodon and Nomar Mazara. Will they be back?
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Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on 2016 first round draft pick Zack Burdi to discuss how he was able to overcome two major injuries on his way to his Major League debut in 2020. Burdi is entering an offseason fully healthy and shared insight on analytical incorporation throughout his time in the organization.
Later, Mike and James further explored the White Sox managerial search following James' article on potential candidates. How serious is Tony La Russa's candidacy?
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Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Mike Rankin, James Fox and Dan Santaromita discuss the decision of the White Sox to move on from manager Rick Renteria and pitching coach Don Cooper. Tony La Russa emerged as an early candidate to fill the role as manager, but the panel isn't necessarily sold on the rumors.
They go on to explain their rationale behind supporting AJ Hinch if he were to join the organization. Mike, James and Dan also discuss internal candidates to fill the job as pitching coach. How will the White Sox incorporate Garrett Crochet into the equation next season? Is he a starter long term? Later, the guys highlight needs as the club heads into a pivotal offseason, as well as discuss the future of Nomar Mazara.
*Rick Hahn audio provided courtesy of the Chicago White Sox.
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Monday Sep 28, 2020
Monday Sep 28, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the 2020 Major League Baseball regular season as it concluded on Sunday, September 27. The White Sox earned the No. 7 seed in the playoffs and will take on the Athletics in Oakland in the Wild Card round, which is a three-game set. Mike and James evaluated several Sox storylines that took place across the 60-game schedule as the chase for a World Series begins on Tuesday, September 29.
Topics include: Garrett Crochet, Dane Dunning, Jonathan Stiever, Matt Foster, Carlos Rodon, Reynaldo Lopez, Andrew Vaughn, as well as a preview of where the White Sox will select in the 2021 MLB Draft.
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Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome back Steve Paradzinski of the On Tap Sports Network to celebrate the White Sox clinching a playoff berth for the first time since 2008. The guys explore whether they'd vote for Tim Anderson or Jose Abreu for American League MVP and discuss the continued development of Anderson's overall game. Later, Steve offers his perspective of Dane Dunning's surprising development in 2020, as well as the future of Reynaldo Lopez. Should the White Sox pursue a top of the rotation arm this offseason? How does Jonathan Stiever play into all of this?
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Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Tuesday Sep 01, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Kevin Dziepak of 670 the Score and the Mully & Haugh Show to pick his brain following Major League Baseball's trade deadline. The White Sox were linked to several starting pitchers, including Lance Lynn, Mike Clevinger and Brandon Woodruff. What went behind the organization's decision to stand pat? Later, the trio attempt to explore what's ahead for the White Sox in 2020 and beyond. What will be the plan of attack this offseason? Are Reynaldo Lopez and Carlos Rodon legitimate rotation options moving forward? How does Dane Dunning fit into all of this? Kevin also details the value he believes Michael Kopech can provide to the Sox in 2021.
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Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Wednesday Aug 26, 2020
Mike Rankin welcomes South Side Hit Pen White Sox beat writer Janice Scurio to the podcast. Janice was present at Guaranteed Rate Field during Lucas Giolito's no-hitter and the stadium's power surge. Later, the two discuss the importance of baseball's platform as the conversation surrounding social justice continues. Danny Mendick, meanwhile, is earning his spot at the big league level. Yolmer Sanchez was recently added on a minor league deal as well. What does that mean for Nick Madrigal this year?
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Monday Aug 10, 2020
Monday Aug 10, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Double-A Birmingham coach Devin DeYoung to the FutureSox podcast to discuss his role within the organization. He shared how intently he and the White Sox are working with biomechanics as a means of player development.
DeYoung spent 2019 with the Boston Red Sox before returning to Chicago. Prior to his opportunity in the affiliated scene, DeYoung began his professional career in independent baseball. He provided perspective on the industry's outlook moving forward.
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Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
Tuesday Aug 04, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome WGN Radio's Joe Brand to the FutureSox podcast to discuss the latest White Sox trends. Luis Robert is adjusting to life in Major League Baseball with ease and Joe gives his thoughts on a player with very few physical limitations. Later, the group discusses the impact of Carlos Rodon and Jimmy Lambert's injuries, as well as the plan for Dane Dunning moving forward. Was the decision to call up Nick Madrigal purely based on service time manipulation? The show concludes with a focus on the future of Minor League Baseball as a result of MLB's plan to influence the product moving forward.
Joe Brand is a co-host of the "Baseball From Home" podcast, which is part of the "House of L" network. He also is the play-by-play voice of the Kane County Cougars, class "A" affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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Thursday Jul 30, 2020
Thursday Jul 30, 2020
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome Sox on 35th Editor-in-Chief Jordan Lazowski to the podcast to discuss the latest Chicago White Sox storylines. Jordan details how the website has grown over the last three years while also providing insight on its internal operation.
As for the White Sox, several prospects have made their debut in the 2020 season. Luis Robert is already making an impact, Codi Heuer impresses out of the pen early and the depth of the team's 60-man player pool includes several young options including Nick Madrigal and Dane Dunning. Also, Jimmy Lambert, rated as the No. 16 prospect in the system by FutureSox, experienced a forearm strain after working his way back from Tommy John surgery.
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