The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

One of the best early stories of the baseball season is about White Sox pitcher Tanner Banks who finally made it to the major leagues at 30-years-old. Chuck Garfien speaks with Banks about his long journey to the majors and why he never gave up on his ultimate dream. Banks tells stories about how he learned he made the team, striking out the side against the Tigers in his debut, and more.(4:00) - Tanner on what kept him going after so many years in the minors(9:42) - Tanner describes how and when he found out he made the big leagues(15:30) - Making The Show, Tanner's first game in Detroit(21:48) - Has it settled in yet that he's finally in the majors

The Tigers might be better this year, but in the opening series of the season, the White Sox made a statement against their AL Central rivals winning two out of three. Chuck Garfien and Gordon Beckham talk about how the two teams matched up against each other. Plus, Chuck speaks with Tim Anderson about the Tigers who might be gunning for the White Sox, but came up short in their first matchup with the White Sox in 2022.(2:40) - White Sox still feel like the dominant team in the division(8:00) - Tim Anderson reacts to the series win and being the hunted in the division(12:35) - How the White Sox overcome all of their injuries(17:07) - What statement was made after the opening series?

It’s time once again to look into the future and make our season predictions! How many strikeouts for Dylan Cease? Who will the White Sox acquire at the trade deadline? Who throws the next no-hitter? How many wins for the White Sox? What will happen in October?? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Chris Kamka make those predictions and many more!(5:00) - Who pitches more innings, Dallas Keuchel or Johnny Cueto?(12:50) - How many strikeouts for Dylan Cease?(28:32) - Who do the White Sox acquire at the trade deadline?(36:31) - Our boldest predictions!(45:44) - What happens in October.....

With Lance Lynn out for about 8 weeks with a knee injury, the White Sox need someone to help them fill the void. Hello, Johnny Cueto! The White Sox signed him to a minor league deal. He should be in the majors soon after that. What can we expect from the 36-year-old two-time All-Star? Chuck Garfien discusses the wide-ranging possibilities with Ryan McGuffey and Chris Kamka!(4:00) - When will Johnny Cueto be ready to join the White Sox?(11:00) - Expectations for Cueto(17:20) - What happens to the rotation when Lance Lynn returns?

You want a big spring training trade? We got one! Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox TV analyst Steve Stone about the AJ Pollock/Craig Kimbrel trade. Plus, Garret Crochet probably needs Tommy John surgery, and what if the White Sox are able to acquire A's pitcher Sean Manaea as well? Lots to talk about!

Chuck Garfien speaks with manager Tony La Russa about Tim Anderson, Jose Abreu, Craig Kimbrel, and the right field situation which caused controversy amongst White Sox fans this week when La Russa questioned the need for them to sign a right fielder from outside the organization. They also talk about this year vs. last year and if the White Sox are in a better position to win in 2022.

What happens when Chuck Garfien gets together with Jason Benetti and Steve Stone? You never know. Among the topics are, Chuck's terrible impression of Keith Jackson, Steve's encounter with Yermin Mercedes, the White Sox right field situation, what happens with Craig Kimbrel, what if Luis Robert plays 155 games, and more.

Chuck Garfien speaks with Michael Kopech at spring training about what he learned as a pitcher last season and now as a starter how he wants to become a "top tier pitcher" in the game. Kopech talks about how he lost his edge in the second half of last season, the thrill of pitching in the Field of Dreams game, his bout with COVID, his favorite game from 2021, and more.(2:15) - Kopech on what he learned after starting and finishing a full season(7:40) - Did getting 10Ks vs the Rangers give him a glimpse of what he can be?(13:30) - Kopech discusses the playoffs and what he's learned from losing(18:10) - Kopech on battling COVID

With Andrew Vaughn getting hurt in Sunday’s game against the Dodgers, what do the White Sox do about right field? MLB.com’s Scott Merkin joins the podcast to talk about Vaughn, Michael Conforto, and Yoelqui Cespedes. Plus, Chuck Garfien speaks with Gavin Sheets and Micker Adolfo about the competition for the right-field job.(2:20) - Scott Merkin reacts to the Andrew Vaughn injury(12:56) - Micker Adolfo on the competition at right field(16:04) - Gavin Sheets on his mindset for this year(18:35) - Scott Merkin and Chuck break down Yoelqui Cespedes and White Sox needs

Dylan Cease might be coming off a breakout season, but he’s looking to be even better in 2022. He speaks with Chuck Garfien at spring training about how he wants to improve, the pitch he’s been working on the most since last year, and how many strikeouts he thinks he can reach this season. Plus, how about that new mustache?! (3:20) - The story behind the 'stache(5:30) - Dylan on wanting more from himself this year(8:00) - Reacting to the Twins signing Carlos Correa(9:36) - Can he get to 250 strikeouts this year?