The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Steve Stone on the White Sox and his Forrest Gump broadcasting career

Steve Stone is back on the podcast to talk about his legendary broadcasting career, which could get him into the Hall of Fame when the Ford Frick Award is announced next week. Steve speaks with Chuck about calling games with Harry Caray, Hawk Harrelson and Jason Benetti, as well as Al Michaels, Pat Summerall, Bob Costas, Bill Murray, Ronald Reagan and many others. He also talks about the White Sox hiring of Pedro Grifol. signing Mike Clevinger and more.

José Abreu signs with the Astros, Mike Clevinger coming to the White Sox

White Sox fans are feeling the burn of the Hot Stove with José Abreu signing with the Astros. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about losing Abreu, if Andrew Vaughn is ready to take over at first base and if the White Sox should sign one of the biggest voices in the Astros clubhouse. Plus, what will Mike Clevinger bring to the rotation and what other moves might be coming?

White Sox fans take over the podcast: Part Two!

We received so many questions from White Sox fans, we had to make two podcasts! Among the topics in Part Two, Chuck and Guff are asked about a White Sox surprise trade or signing nobody will see coming, who will play second base and left field, if the White Sox should trade Liam Hendriks, the one change the Sox should make to Guaranteed Rate Field, the White Sox use of analytics, why SoxFest was canceled and much more.

White Sox fans take over the podcast: Part One!

Since it's Thanksgiving week, we're giving White Sox fans control of the podcast. You asked the questions. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are here for the answers! Among the topics: What will make this offseason a success? Why aren't the White Sox spending more money? Can Oscar Colas win Rookie of the Year? Why do the White Sox have so many soft tissue injuries? What will the White Sox slogan be in 2023? And much more!

Is Oscar Colas ready for the major leagues?

GM Rick Hahn isn’t ruling out the possibility of Oscar Colas being the White Sox starting right fielder in 2023. Is he ready for the big leagues after only one season in the minors? Chuck Garfien speaks with Birmingham Barons manager Justin Jirchele who coached Colas in 2022. He talks about Colas' huge power, his defense and if Jirschele thinks he can play in the majors next season. They also discuss other White Sox prospects such as Bryan Ramos, Jose Rodriguez and Jared Kelley.

Our White Sox offseason predictions! (with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers)

It's time to take out our crystal baseballs and look into the White Sox future! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are joined by ESPN's Jesse Rogers to make their offseason predictions for the White Sox. Who will they get to play second base and right field? Will a core White Sox player be traded? If so, who? Where will Jose Abreu end up? Plus, they give their biggest surprises of the offseason, their boldest predictions and more!

We play ’Let’s Make a Deal’ with MLB Network’s Jon Morosi

With Rick Hahn saying that the White Sox might be more active in the trade market than free agency this offseason, MLB Network's Jon Morosi came on the podcast from the GM Meetings to play a game of "Let's Make a Deal." Which players are available that could fit the White Sox needs? Jon tells us what he's hearing and has some suggestions. Chuck is targeting three players. Guff has a trade in mind with the Blue Jays. Jon also talks about why Pedro Grifol is a great fit for the White Sox and more.

Eric Hosmer says Pedro Grifol will thrive as White Sox manager

Chuck Garfien speaks with former Kansas City Royals All-Star Eric Hosmer who talks about why the White Sox made the right decision to make Pedro Grifol their new manager. He explains how Grifol made him a better hitter, what he meant to catcher Salvador Perez, why he's ready to be a big league manager and why as Hosmer said, "It's going to be fun times for everyone in Chicago on the South Side."

The inside scoop on the White Sox pitching staff with Ethan Katz

Chuck Garfien speaks with Ethan Katz about returning next season as White Sox pitching coach and his impressions of new manager Pedro Grifol. After that, it's a deep dive into the White Sox pitching staff. How Dylan Cease became a Cy Young Award candidate, why Lucas Giolito struggled last season, if Johnny Cueto wants to be back with the White Sox, how much Michael Kopech's knee affected his season, and Garrett Crochet's role next season. They also talk about the pitch clock and why Mark Buehrle should speak to the team before the season.

Interview with new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol

After holding his introductory press conference, new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol came on the podcast to speak with Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey about getting his dream managing job with the White Sox. Grifol explains what kind of baseball the White Sox will play, why former catchers make great managers, what he saw was missing from the White Sox as Royals bench coach and more. Plus, Rick Hahn explains how and why they ended up hiring Grifol. Chuck and Guff also give their impressions of Grifol and what they believe is coming next for the White Sox.