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Sox Machine

Sox Machine

By: Blue Wire Jim Margalus Josh Nelson James Fegan
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The Sox Machine podcast covers Chicago White Sox news, interviews, analysis, and more. Hosted by Josh Nelson, Jim Margalus, and James Fegan. "We watch the Chicago White Sox so you don't have to!" Baseball & Softball
Episodes
  • Stumble in Minneapolis
    Jun 4 2026

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

    Rundown

    • [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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    53 mins
  • What a month of May for the Chicago White Sox
    Jun 1 2026

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

    Rundown

    • [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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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • White Sox roll Twins
    May 29 2026

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

    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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    57 mins
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