Locked On White Sox - Daily Podcast On The Chicago White Sox

The Chicago White Sox have made headlines by reportedly hiring Will Venable as their new manager, signaling a fresh direction for the team. This bold move, along with Chris Getz stepping in as GM, marks a significant shift in the White Sox's approach to leadership and strategy. Listen in as host Todd Welter and 670 the Score's Shane Riordan discuss this bold hiring.

Will Venable takes the helm as the new manager of the Chicago White Sox, a move that has caught many by surprise. With a rich background working alongside baseball legends like Theo Epstein, Joe Maddon, Alex Cora, and Bruce Bochy, Venable brings a wealth of experience to the struggling franchise.

With the search narrowed to Grady Sizemore, Phil Nevin, Will Venable, and Craig Albernaz, the stakes are high as hiring Venable or Albernaz would be amazing hires while Nevin would be disappointing, and Sizemore would be a meh hiring.

Is the Chicago White Sox Manager Search Being Hijacked? The Chicago White Sox are in the spotlight as their manager search takes unexpected turns. With Tony La Russa and owner Jerry Reinsdorf potentially influencing decisions, financial constraints loom large. Could this impact the team's future?

Can the Chicago White Sox find their next star in the Arizona Fall League? Colson Montgomery is making waves with his improved swing decisions and power, showing promise after earlier struggles in AAA, according to FutureSox.net Ian Eskridge.

Is Chicago facing a future without two MLB teams in the city? MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred's recent comments him being confident that the White Sox will stay in Chicago is hard to trust, especially when considering his past statements about Oakland.

Could the Chicago White Sox be on the brink of a new era? With Jerry Reinsdorf potentially open to selling the team, the end of his controversial ownership could be near. This episode explores the transformative journey of Garrett Crochet, who has been nominated for the MLBPA's AL Comeback Player of the Year, highlighting his evolution from a reliever to an ace starting pitcher.

The Chicago White Sox are planning a new stadium in the South Loop. The Chicago Fire could help them with their pursuit, or the Fire could hurt the team's plans. Josh Nelson, SoxMachine podcast host, contributor at SoxMachine.com, and 670 the Score, discusses how the Fire's owner's view on financing a new stadium could conflict with the Sox's. He also talks with Host Todd Welter about the potential sale of the Sox and whether a new stadium is the only way the team stays in Chicago. Plus, Josh shared what he had heard about the Sox manager search.

Are the Chicago White Sox eyeing Clayton McCullough as their next manager? Reports suggest the Dodgers' first base coach is a top contender, but conflicting names like Will Venable and Skip Schumaker add intrigue to the search.

Chicago White Sox fans and media have had some time to digest the report that owner Jerry Reinsdorf could sell the team. This episode explores the buzz around the potential sale, the team's valuation, and the looming threat of relocation to cities like Nashville. Also, two more names have been added to the managerial candidate list.

Is Jerry Reinsdorf about to sell the Chicago White Sox? A report by the Athletic's Britt Ghiroli suggests the longtime owner is in talks with former Oakland Athletics' ace and Arizona Diamonbacks general manager, Dave Stewart, to buy the club. That is sparking speculation about a potential team relocation to Nashville or Oakland with his ties to those markets. This also could this be a strategic move by Reinsdorf for a new stadium in Chicago.

Are the Chicago White Sox on the brink of a managerial breakthrough? With potential candidates like Detroit Tigers bench coach George Lombard and San Diego Padres assistant to GM AJ Ellis in the mix, the White Sox are making headlines. This episode explores the team's strategic moves and the significance of a thorough hiring process

Can Chris Getz truly rebuild the Chicago White Sox after a historically bad season? With the team's future hanging in the balance, questions loom about Getz's ability to lead such a massive overhaul. Since he will not be fired anytime soon, Sox fans have to trust him. Even if that is uncomfortable to do.

The Chicago White Sox players loved playing for interim manager Grady Sizemore. He did seem to do a better job than former manager Pedro Grifol. That does not mean the interim should be lifted off of Grady.

Could the Chicago White Sox make a game-changing trade this offseason with the Los Angeles Dodgers? As speculation swirls around pitcher Garrett Crochet future with the club, the potential deal raises questions about the White Sox's strategy and past trade outcomes.

Chicago White Sox: Scandal or Season? Which is the darker chapter in White Sox history: the infamous Black Sox Scandal of 1919 or the staggering 121-loss season in 2024? This episode tackles the impact of these events on the integrity and legacy of the Chicago White Sox.

The Chicago White Sox can no longer say the AL Central is for the taking as the Cleveland Guardians, Detroit Tigers, and Kansas City Royals are in the playoffs. However, those three teams being in the playoffs might be boring to watch according to SoxOn35th.com contributor Noah Phalen.

Can the Chicago White Sox turn their fortunes around with a superstar hitter? With a staggering 121 losses, the White Sox's struggles in 2024 highlight a glaring need for offensive firepower. Luis Robert Jr. struggled so badly that it is hard to consider him a superstar player anymore.

The Chicago White Sox did not even come close to making the postseason. A lot of their alumni did. It is just another indictment that players thrive once they leave the Southside.

There is an out-of-town narrative going around that the Chicago White Sox might not have lost 121 games had they been in another division. Hear why that is a myth. The Cincinnati Reds hired Terry Francona as their manager. That leaves the top target, Skip Schumaker, with only one job opening available--the White Sox.

Are the Chicago White Sox facing a fan revolt? With "sell the team" chants echoing through the stands and dwindling attendance, the pressure mounts on owner Jerry Reinsdorf. This episode explores the creative ways fans are voicing their discontent and the implications for the team's future.

Are the Chicago White Sox ready to shake things up? With potential player departures on the horizon, the team might be looking to save money and revamp their roster. They can start by non-tendering Andrew Vaughn and Gavin Sheets despite still having some potential.

Will the Chicago White Sox Trade Garrett Crochet? The Chicago White Sox are reportedly considering trading pitcher Garrett Crochet this offseason, despite his desire for a long-term contract extension. Could this decision reshape the team's future?

The Chicago White Sox have endured a miserable season, with owner Jerry Reinsdorf acknowledging their record 121 losses. But is there more to this story?

Are the Chicago White Sox fans booing their own team for winning? Some fans hoped for a record-breaking loss season, but the White Sox's sweep of the Angels sparked unexpected reactions.

Explore the depths of the White Sox's offensive struggles and the implications of their historically poor performance. Host Todd Welter talks with SouthSideSox.com's editor, Brett Ballantini, about the search for a new manager, examining potential candidates, and the skepticism surrounding the front office's decision-making abilities

The Chicago White Sox are in the spotlight as GM Chris Getz considers interim manager Grady Sizemore for a permanent role. But the decision is far from settled with Clayton McCullough from the Dodgers also in the mix.

Some say watching the Chicago White Sox be this historically awful might be difficult. Diehard fans such as Baseball Isn't Boring's Courtney Finnicum describe this as sad.

Chicago White Sox Tie Record for Most Losses: A New Low in MLB History? The Chicago White Sox have matched the infamous 1962 New York Mets with 120 losses in a single MLB season. Could this modern-day performance make them the worst team ever?

Is the Chicago White Sox's ownership a "historic disaster"? The Athletic's recent piece paints a grim picture of Jerry Reinsdorf's tenure, highlighting outdated practices and a hands-on approach that has led to dysfunction. The White Sox, once a formidable force in baseball, now faces a decline marked by an outdated team plane and rudimentary game planning.

Are the Chicago White Sox poised for a major transformation? With front office changes underway, including the hiring of Brian Mahler to spearhead organizational improvements, the team is at a crossroads because this could be good for the club but also lead to more dysfunction.

Can the Chicago White Sox rebuild their core around ace pitcher Garrett Crochet or will he be traded and the team moves forward with Jonathan Cannon, Davis Martin, and Drew Thorpe? As the team navigates a challenging season, the search for a new manager intensifies once it ends. This episode explores the potential future of the White Sox, evaluating key players and managerial candidates with Fromthe108.com's BeefLoaf. He goes over who has made his list of core players.

Why won't MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred force Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf to sell the team? Fans are buzzing with speculation, but the answer might surprise you.

Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz announced during Friday night's television broadcast that the team will not be spending much in free agency despite being on a collision course to set a new record for most losses in a 162-game season.

The Chicago White Sox are 6-43 since the All-Star break. Practically every player, including star player Luis Robert Jr., is underperforming, which is a big reason the team has been so bad since then. OnTapSportsNet.com's Besnik Zekiri discusses this along with who the new manager should be.

With the team nearing the infamous 1962 New York Mets' record for most losses in a 162-game season, owner Jerry Reinsdorf's recent statement suggests a long road ahead, contradicting earlier promises of a swift recovery.

Can the Chicago White Sox turn their fortunes around with a new stadium in the South Loop? The team is pushing for a state-of-the-art facility on "the 78" in Chicago, but financing hurdles and political reluctance loom large. WBBM's Rob Hart discusses what Real Midwest, the developer of the 78, is doing now to get attention back on the Sox getting a new park there.

Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz made a startling revelation, admitting he wouldn't have been surprised if the team lost over 100 games this season. What does this mean for the future of the White Sox?

The Chicago White Sox won yesterday to avoid getting swept by the Boston Red Sox. Some in the fan base want to see the White Sox break the 1962 New York Mets record. However, there is nothing wrong with enjoying the rare victory.

Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz dismissed the team's head of international scouting (even though that person did not have the official title) and some other pro scouts. James Fox of FutureSox.net discusses how that will impact the team's ability to bring in better talent through international free agency and trades involving other teams' prospects.

The Chicago White Sox snapped a 12-game losing streak impressively with an 8-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles. However, Luis Robert Jr. exited the game early with another soft tissue injury. The 1962 Mets players do not want to see the Sox break their losing record while fans do.

It has been almost a month since the Chicago White Sox fired Pedro Grifol as their manager. Co-host of the Blackout Show podcast, Ozzie Guillen Jr. discussed how badly Pedro set the franchise back.

Former Chicago White Sox DH Eloy Jimenez is now with the Baltimore Orioles. He did not have the most flattering things to say about his former team. The biggest problem with his comments is he took no responsibility for how he contributed toward being the biggest disappointing player this century.

The Chicago White Sox got swept for the 21st time this season after losing to the Texas Rangers 2-1 yesterday. However, rookie pitcher Nick Nastrini made his first start in over two months after he returned from Triple-A Charlotte and pitched very well. At least, there is finally something good to talk about.

The Chicago White Sox lost a doubleheader to the Texas Rangers partly due to being bad, but they were defeated because of some incredible bad luck. Although, some of that poor luck was self-inflicted.

Elijah Evans from FutureSox.net and JustBaseball joined the show to discuss the Chicago White Sox front office decision to continually go with failed prospects from other teams or bad veterans over their prospects.

Former Miami Marlins general manager Kim Ng was on the Southside to be a part of a panel on Women’s Equality Night. It would have been nice had she spoken as the Chicago White Sox general manager. You know what, owner Jerry Reinsdorf can still correct his mistake and hire her as president of baseball operations.

The Chicago White Sox lost their 100th game yesterday to the Detroit Tigers. That is the fastest mark to get to that dubious defeat mark in the 162-game era and only two other teams in MLB history reached 100 defeats sooner. That is not just embarrassing, it is down right pathetic.

Former Locked on White Sox host and current co-host of Good Guys Talk Back, Nick Murawski talked about why Grady Sizemore should not have the interim tag lifted and who should be the Chicago White Sox' next manager.

The Chicago White Sox scored four runs in the ninth inning to beat the San Francisco Giants to salvage a win out of the three-game series. The Sox rarely win and rarely win in that matter. Also, former White Sox slugger Jake Burger is mashing home runs for the Miami Marlins. It would be nice to have him back on the Southside hitting home runs to entertain the Sox faithful.

It has been 365 days since Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf fired former front office leaders Kenny Williams and Rick Hahn. He foolishly promoted Chris Getz to the general manager job instead of interviewing more qualified candidates. A more qualified person would probably do better in the long run, but not this season for three reasons.

The Chicago White Sox traded reliever Michael Kopech to the Los Angeles Dodgers in part of a three-team deadline deal. He has been outstanding for the Dodgers. Miguel Vargas, the centerpiece in the return the White Sox got, has been struggling badly since coming over to the Southside.

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that interim manager Grady Sizemore will be considered to be the permanent manager depending on how the Chicago White Sox finish the season. That might not be the best idea.

Chorizy-E and MySoxSummer of Fromthe108.com discuss the current state of Sox fandom at the ballpark and all the fun they have with the Chicago White Sox despite the team being so bad.

Chicago White Sox fans do not like owner Jerry Reinsdorf. Here are insights into who he is as a leader and a person from Ozzie Guillen Jr. who has gotten to know the owner.

Ozzie Guillen Jr. recounts growing up around Chicago White Sox baseball as a kid and celebrating the 2005 World Series Championship with his dad, the iconic Ozzie Guillen.

Missy Carroll turned herself into a TikTok star by creating outstanding content surrounding the Chicago White Sox. Listen to her discuss how she turned Southside Behavior into a brand. Also, she talks with host Todd Welter about how despite how X/formerly Twitter might losing popularity, it still has a great Sox fan community.

The Chicago White Sox played one of the most iconic ballparks until 1990. Old Comiskey Park had a lot of charm and Matt Flesch set out to the tell story of that park's final season which happened to be the team going from worst in 1989 to 90 wins in 90.

Being a fan of the Chicago White Sox is not easy these days. Former Locked on White Sox host and current host of the CHGO White Sox podcast talks about the Southsiders every day and discusses what the current state of the fanbase is like.

The Chicago White Sox have fired manager Pedro Grifol after losing 22 of their past 23 games.

The Chicago White Sox blew a 2-0 lead after Davis Martin pitched a gem. A big reason for that was veteran relievers Touki Toussaint and Dominic Leone blew it in the seventh. This is the latest example of the Sox relying on veteran players who a bad when they should be playing younger players to see if they can help long-term. It also does not help that the team's best bat, Luis Robert Jr., is struggling so badly.

The Chicago White Sox snapped their 21-game losing streak with a 5-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics last night. Jonathan Cannon and Andrew Benintendi played huge roles in securing the Sox' first victory since early July. Also, play the long game in hoping the Sox leadership has to wear having the worst record ever over the longest skid.

The Chicago White Sox are losing at a historic pace and some people might not understand the magnitude of it. SoxOn35th.com's Jordan Lazowski discusses how almost improbable it is to lose like this as you should be able to pick up a random win here and there.

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported that Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf, GM Chris Getz, and manager Pedro Grifol met last Thursday and decided not to fire Grifol despite the team being in the middle of a historic losing streak. Doing that is a sign that leadership thinks it is acceptable to lose this many games in a row.

There are reports out on how Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz did not want to deal Erick Fedde to the Minnesota Twins despite a strong counter-offer because he did not want to deal the pitcher within the division. There is another report out there on how he got fleeced by the St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers. This is a guy clearly not cut out to do this job well.

There are some new issues surrounding Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol. With all this losing, some are starting to feel bad for him. It is kind of hard to with how reacts to what is going on.

The Chicago White Sox made some deals that many felt brought an underwhelming return. Elijah Evans of FutureSox and Just Baseball breaks down exactly the prospects the Sox got in their trade deadline deals. Also, now that all but one draft pick has signed, he gave a breakdown of the draft.

The Chicago White Sox traded Erick Fedde and Tommy Pham to the St. Louis Cardinals and Michael Kopech to the Los Angeles Dodgers. In return, the Sox get three prospects, all from the Dodgers. Not exactly the type of trade package for three good veteran players.

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported yesterday the Chicago White Sox are considering team legend A.J. Pierzynski to replace Pedro Grifol as the team's manager next season.

Reports from the New York Post's Jon Heyman, the Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, and ESPN's Jesse Rogers outline why the Chicago White Sox might keep ace pitcher Garrett Crochet. All three are reporting Crochet's desire for a contract extension. Plus, the Seattle Mariners traded for a different slugger so that might be one less trade partner for Luis Robert Jr. Finally, Heyman reports the Sox have a high asking price for pitcher Erick Fedde.

The Chicago White Sox lost their 10th game in a row yesterday to the Texas Rangers. They are on pace to be historically bad, but still, that won't spark the fundamental changes needed to get this team to act like a big-market club or even an effective small-market team.

The Chicago White Sox keep losing games in a way where the context has changed that the team must trade their two best players to rebuild the franchise.

The Chicago White Sox held a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the ninth when John Brebbia blew the save. The Sox lost 4-3 to the Texas Rangers in extra innings. The Sox now have 25 blown saves on the season.

The Chicago White Sox were crushed by the Kansas City Royals in a three-game sweep over the weekend. Five things in particular became very clear for the Sox.

The Chicago White Sox are starting the post-All-Star break portion of the schedule with 71 defeats. The team will be the subject of plenty of trade rumors and trades before the deadline.

SouthsideSox.com editor Brett Ballantini joined the show to discuss the pace the Sox are to set the franchise record for most losses in the franchise's 124-year history and if they will top the 1962 New York Mets and the 2003 Detroit Tigers for the worst record ever in the 162-game era.

Let's say the Chicago White Sox do not trade Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. at the deadline and build around them. The Sox have the potential for an excellent starting rotation in 2025, but there are too many holes to fill and possibly insufficient money to improve the lineup in 2025 unless everything goes perfectly. Also, they need to make the right decision at manager.

The Chicago White Sox have been a tough team to watch this year with how bad they are playing. CHGO's Chicago White Sox beat reporter Vinnie Duber joined the show to discuss covering a bad team along with the current state of the team being historically bad.

The Chicago White Sox selected left-handed power pitcher Hagen Smith with the No. 5 overall pick in the MLB Draft. They drafted him the same day USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported the Sox are still motivated to trade Garrett Crochet. Smith has a lot of similarities to Crochet, so it feels like they drafted his replacement.

The Chicago White Sox have plenty of veteran assets to move before the trade deadline. Elijah Evans from Just Baseball and FutureSox discusses what the Sox could get from other teams for players such as Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr.

The Chicago White Sox have the No. 5 overall pick and a couple more picks in the draft's top 150. James Fox, managing editor of FutureSox, previews the upcoming pivotal draft for the Sox with host Todd Welter.

The Chicago White Sox have an important draft coming up this Sunday. Before the Sox add to their prospect pool, Ian Eskridge of the FutureSox podcast joins the show to break down the prospects the Sox currently have.

The Chicago White Sox bullpen blew another lead for the third straight game. There is not much help internally to fix the pen's problems. It is a shame as the Sox finally had a great chance to beat the Minnesota Twins this season.

The Chicago White Sox had a chance to sweep the Miami Marlins and vice-versa. A lot of that was because Michael Kopech blew a save yesterday as he gave up four runs in the ninth including a walk-off homer to former Sox fan favorite Jake Burger. Time for the Sox to dump Kopech for pennies on the dollar in the trade market or even DFA him.

The Chicago White Sox take on the Miami Marlins who recently designated Tim Anderson for assignment. The former face of the White Sox decline has been rough to see for some but not for others. Plus, the Sox will face former fan favorite Jake Burger this weekend. Loved him on the Sox, but he might not have made much of a difference this season.

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Erick Fedde was amazing on the mound yesterday in the Sox' 8-2 victory over the Cleveland Guardians. His numbers are All-Star worthy, but factors are going against his chances of getting selected. Luis Robert Jr.'s caring about the game also came into question recently which is worth discussing.

Co-host of the Baseball Insiders podcast and FanSided's MLB editorial director Adam Weinrib discusses the recent trade rumors around Chicago White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet and outfielder Luis Robert Jr.

The Chicago White Sox have completed three months of the season and are the worst team in baseball. Instead of giving out grades, it might be better to properly put the GM, manager, and players into categories based on how they are doing.

USA Today's Bob Nightengale is reporting the Chicago White Sox held brief contract extension talks with Garrett Crochet with no agreement made. That is now the main reason the White Sox want to trade their ace before the deadline.

It was a bullpen day for the Chicago White Sox as they faced the Atlanta Braves in a makeup game. The much-maligned bullpen shut down the Braves offense in a 1-0 victory. Luis Robert Jr. beat the Braves by himself offensively with a solo home run against former White Sox ace Chris Sale.

The Chicago White Sox were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers. LA shut out the Sox twice during the three-game set and Shohei Ohtani crushed two home runs. The Dodgers showed just how superior they are to the Sox as a team and an as organization.

The MLB Draft Combine just wrapped and the Chicago White Sox scouting staff got a chance to watch players they could take in next month's draft. Managing Editor and host of FutureSox James Fox joined the show to talk about the Sox draft targets.

Former Chicago White Sox manager and now special advisor, Tony La Russa spoke with Chicago Sun-Times Sox beat reporter Daryl Van Schouwen. He says he is not running the team behind the scenes even though it feels like he is.

The Chicago White Sox got a great bounce-back start from rookie Drew Thorpe on Saturday in a rare 5-1 victory. Jonathan Cannon got roughed up yesterday in an 11-2 defeat.

The Chicago White Sox blew a lead in the seventh inning or later for the 15th time this season and lost to the Houston Astros 5-3 yesterday. Blowing leads is not exactly the top spot on the list of things that are frustrating about the Sox but it is close.

The rumors around Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Garrett Crochet continue to heat up after general manager Chris Getz kept mentioning his name unsolicited when he addressed potential trades during his Tuesday media session. Sure, the logic behind trading him is sound, but there are a lot of holes in them

Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz addressed the media and did not give a ringing endorsement on Pedro Grifol's future job status. He also discussed trade rumors swirling around Luis Robert Jr. and Garrett Crochet plus he did not specifically say when the Sox will be competitive again. Thankfully, Jonathan Cannon is providing hope on the mound.