The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

It’s time the White Sox show the Minnesota Twins who’s boss in the AL Central

The Minnesota Twins have been taking it to the White Sox for years. How about some revenge! With the Twins limping into town with a 12-20 record, it's time for the first place White Sox to knock them down and keep them down. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Chris Kamka talk about their frustrations with the Twins over the years and why it's important for the White Sox to make a statement against their division rivals, not just this week when they meet for three games on the South Side, but next week when they face each other again for three more battles in Minnesota. (3:10) - The Twins have been beating the White Sox for years. It's time to start ending their hopes, NOW!(8:10) - What has gone wrong for the Twins so far this season?(15:30) - We're not impressed with the Royals(20:35) - Yasmani Grandal is getting a ton of walks. Will he find his bat soon?(28:50) - White Sox depth is proving its worth with all the injuries(35:00) - The Sox have a chance to solidify 1st place in the AL Central

White Sox manager Tony La Russa taking heat for another loss

After a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to the Reds in 10 innings, Tony La Russa is facing criticism for his decision-making in the late innings, specifically for not being aware of a wrinkle in the extra-inning rules that would have prevented Liam Hendriks from running the bases. How did things go so wrong for La Russa and the White Sox coaching staff? Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, and Ryan McGuffey break down what happened and the decisions that were made by La Russa that led to an ugly defeat in Cincinnati.(3:00) - How many times is this going to keep happening with La Russa where he is blindsided by something?(8:00) - Who is being held accountable on the coaching staff when no one knows the rule?(14:20) - Tony La Russa in his own words, admits he didn't know the rule(17:20) - Reaction to the media needing to explain the rule to La Russa(21:00) - Will this keep happening this season?

BREAKING: How the White Sox can overcome the loss of Luis Robert

The injury to Luis Robert is devastating for the White Sox. First Eloy Jiménez, now Robert. The center fielder is out 12 to 16 weeks with a Grade 3 hip flexor strain, a complete tear. So what do the White Sox do now? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber discuss the back-breaking loss of Robert and examine the outfield market to see who the White Sox can acquire.

White Sox manager Tony La Russa’s first month back in the dugout

It's been an up-and-down April for both the White Sox and manager Tony La Russa. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Ryan McGuffey discuss how La Russa has performed in his first month back in the dugout, including how he's managed his starters, the bullpen, lineups, and the coaching staff. They go over the tough loss to the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night, when Lucas Giolito remained in the game despite being out of gas. Plus, they talk about what they're learning about La Russa as a manager in 2021.(3:15) - How would you describe Tony La Russa's first month of managing?(8:38) - There have been great games and rough ones like Tuesday vs. Tigers(11:40) - Understanding Lucas Giolito and when he's done(16:00) - La Russa's decision to go with Billy Hamilton and Leury Garcia, not Zack Collins or Andrew Vaughn(27:20) - La Russa is being held to a World Series standard

The White Sox plan for Michael Kopech in 2021

Following Michael Kopech’s electrifying 10-strikeout victory as a starter on Sunday, how will the White Sox use their fireball pitcher going forward? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about Kopech’s role as a starter and reliever for the rest of 2021. They go back to Kopech’s previous home start in 2018 to see how far the White Sox have come since the lowest point of the rebuild. Plus, Kopech’s relationship with Kansas City Chiefs MVP Patrick Mahomes and more. (3:40) - How Kopech has become a better pitcher in 2021(8:30) - Who was in the White Sox lineup for his previous start at home in 2018?(16:15) - NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes' tweet about Kopech and their relationship going back to high school(22:00) - What's next for Kopech? When will he become a full-time member of the rotation?

White Sox offseason moves: Early returns and overreactions

We're only three weeks into the baseball season, but after spending months poring over various free agent and trade possibilities for the White Sox, how are all of them doing to start the campaign? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber talk about who the White Sox added (Adam Eaton, Lance Lynn, Liam Hendriks), who they didn't (George Springer, Joc Pederson, José Quintana, Corey Kluber), who they lost (Dane Dunning, James McCann) and more.(4:06) - Starting pitchers that the White Sox could have had, starting with Corey Kluber. Still want him?(13:20) - Adam Eaton vs. everybody else(19:00) - Lots of Joc Pederson talk(27:43) - Is Yermín Mercedes better than Nelson Cruz? Did we just ask that question?(32:40) - Are the White Sox set at catcher or did they miss on someone?

Riding the White Sox roller coaster to start the 2021 season

It's been a wild roller-coaster ride so far for the White Sox: big highs and big lows. Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber, and Ryan McGuffey talk about what transpired in the season's first 17 games and what happens from here. They discuss why it's too early to be concerned, José Abreu's struggles at the plate, whether Andrew Vaughn should be sent to the minors, Yermín Mercedes and Danny Mendick pitching against the Red Sox, and more.(2:10) - The White Sox are still feeling the season out, but this is certainly a roller coaster(5:50) - Jose Abreu won't be this bad at the plate for the rest of the season(13:04) -What should the White Sox do with Andrew Vaughn?(18:05) - How can the offense become more consistent?(22:15) - White Sox hitters getting a chance to pitch vs the Red Sox

White Sox’ Carlos Rodón gets no-hitter after missing on perfect game

On Wednesday, April 14th 2021, Carlos Rodón nearly went perfect. Literally a foot away, but he did become the 20th White Sox pitcher to throw a no-hitter and Sox fans were there the whole way. Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox pre/post game teammates Frank Thomas and Ozzie Guillén as they breakdown how Carlos Rodón got himself to this point, the amazing outing he had, and where they see Rodón taking his game. Congrats to Carlos Rodón!

White Sox look to change fortunes vs. Indians in AL Central race

Despite trading away several of their best players, the Cleveland Indians are still a formidable bunch, capable of giving the White Sox fits like they did last season, when they won eight of the 10 games against the South Siders. So who are these Indians? And will the White Sox have better success against them in 2021? Chuck Garfien speaks with Cleveland native Anthony Castrovince from MLB.com about how the Indians have found ways to stay competitive, if their start to this season is for real, the Lucas Giolito-Shane Bieber matchup on Tuesday, what's been the biggest issue for the White Sox thus far and more.(2:02) - Who are the Indians? How have they been able to stay competitive? (8:22) - What have we learned about the Indians so far this season?(11:34) - What kind of pitcher is Emmanuel Clase and will he become the Indians closer?(16:30) - An outside view of the White Sox and why he's picking them to win the AL Central(21:00) - The appreciation of having fans back in the stands

What we learned about the White Sox in season’s first seven games

The White Sox started the season with World Series expectations, but so far the results have been underwhelming on the field and in the win column. What’s going on? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Vinnie Duber discuss what’s ailing the White Sox right now, focusing on the defense and bullpen. Plus, Tony La Russa blames himself for a tough loss in Seattle, Yermín Mercedes and Zack Collins are off to surprising starts, Michael Kopech is must-see TV and more.(2:18) - Reaction to what the Sox have been so far(8:08) - Tony La Russa takes responsibility for the loss vs the Mariners(11:05) - White Sox players are pissed at their performances so far this season(15:25) - What have we learned about the team early in the season?(21:10) - Positive takeaways (26:20) - Grading the first week of the season. Biggest concerns for the White Sox