The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Coming to you from Camelback Ranch in Glendale, Arizona, Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox assistant GM/player development Chris Getz about their top minor leaguers. Could Yoelki Cespedes make it to the majors in 2022? How special is Oscar Colas? Plus, why pitchers Andrew Dalquist, Jared Kelly, and Matthew Thompson had better seasons than their stats might indicate, the progress Colson Montgomery has already made since they drafted him last summer, why Getz thinks the White Sox farm system ranking doesn't tell the whole story and more.(3:00) - Is it possible that Yoelki Cespedes to make the big leagues this year?(10:12) - What is the plan for young pitching prospects, Andrew Dalquist, Jared Kelly, and Matthew Thompson?(14:41) - Can Colson Montgomery be the next Corey Seager?(19:11) - Why is the White Sox farm system ranked so low?

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox first round pick Colson Montgomery is taking part in his first spring training at Camelback Ranch in Arizona. He talks about meeting Lance Lynn soon after being drafted by the White Sox, how he looks and swings like his favorite baseball player Corey Seager, his decision to pursue a baseball career over basketball, and more.(3:00) - From high school to the minor leagues(9:30) - Differences in playing basketball and baseball(15:00) - First time meeting Tony La Russa(20:50) - Before turning pro, Montgomery planned to play baseball and basketball in college

What was the biggest mistake the players and owners made that prevented them from making a deal this week? USA Today's Bob Nightengale is here to tell us. Plus, how long he thinks the lockout will last, why it will hurt free agents, how this might help the White Sox, and more.(4:00) - There was optimism over the weekend on both sides(10:41) - Which side is more united, the players or owners?(17:00) - Once the season is set, who will the White Sox get to play right field?

CBA talks fell apart. The first week of the regular season has been canceled. What the heck happened?! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey are here to try and pick up the pieces of a lockout that unfortunately continues. They'll react to the negotiations that went south as well as the Rob Manfred and Tony Clark press conferences. Then, Chuck speaks with ESPN's Jesse Rogers who was in Jupiter, FL for the entire CBA negotiations. They'll dive into the proposals, what prevented the two sides from coming to an agreement and how long the lockout might continue.(3:00) - Ryan McGuffey on what it was like over the weekend watching the back and forth(12:20) - Reacting to Rob Manfred canceling games(23:18) - Tony Clark on the lockout continuing(35:20) - Chuck Garfien is joined by Jesse Rogers

Chuck and Guff say farewell to Vinnie who is leaving NBC Sports Chicago. A loss for us, but a great opportunity awaits our close friend and colleague. Now, if only we could say goodbye to the lockout. They discuss whether the start of the regular season can be saved by Monday's deadline.(1:00) - Vinnie Duber appreciation(16:24) - Will the owners and players come to terms before Monday?(26:20) - The lockout will start hurting some of the players if this continues(34:18) - Could baseball lose a large chunk of the fanbase?

The White Sox lost another key member of their 1983 team with the passing of second baseman Julio Cruz, the catalyst for the Winning Ugly White Sox. Chuck Garfien remembers and celebrates Cruz with 1983 Rookie of the Year Ron Kittle who shares stories about their times together as White Sox teammates. You'll also hear memories from Harold Baines, Ozzie Guillen, Tony La Russa, and Jerry Reinsdorf.

It's a pivotal week in the hopes of ending the lockout. What will it take for the players and owners to come to an agreement? Chuck Garfien speaks with MLB Network's Harold Reynolds for his take on the negotiations, how the two sides can find common ground, and why this is such a critical week to make a deal. He also explains why he picked the White Sox to win the World Series last season and why he wouldn't be surprised if Luis Robert or Tim Anderson win the MVP one day.(4:00) - Why Reynolds believes the White Sox get to a World Series(6:30) - Why this is such a big week for the lockout(10:30) - How do they reach an agreement? (20:50) - Luis Robert and Tim Anderson can win MVPs

Many White Sox fans know Beltin' Bill Melton for being the American League home run champion in 1971. Others know him from watching White Sox Pre and Post Game shows on NBC Sports Chicago. But here's a story that nobody knows. In 1995, Bill was in a coma for 16 days and almost lost his life. "A priest came in. He gave me my last rites," Melton tells Chuck Garfien in this stunning conversation that will leave you on the edge of your seat. The incident occurred a few months after Bill was teaching Michael Jordan how to play baseball. On the podcast, Bill talks about Jordan, his White Sox debut in 1968, partying on Rush Street in the 1970's and why he's lucky to be alive today.(10:00) - Bill taught Michael Jordan how to hit a baseball?!(17:16) - The story he's never told(41:00) - Playing for the Yankees Triple-A team before making his White Sox debut(57:00) - Partying on Rush Street and the Playboy Mansion in the 1970’s

What kind of hitter was Yoan Moncada last year and what kind of hitter will he be this year? It depends on who you ask. Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey, and Vinnie Duber have a great debate about Moncada, his value and contributions at the plate, and what fans can expect from him in 2022. They also discuss the latest with the lockout, the owners' recent offer to the players, and if the league will give Chuck a great birthday present at the end of the month.(3:00) - CBA negotiations update. Are they making any headway?(12:06) - What should the expectations be for Yoan Moncada in 2022?(19:30) - Should fans be concerned about Yoan's lack of home runs?(27:00) - What do the numbers say about Moncada?(41:00) - What would be acceptable offensive numbers for Yoan Moncada in 2022?

Chuck visits with Nancy Faust to talk about her 41-year career as White Sox organist. Sitting at her home organ, she plays some of her most popular songs, telling behind-the-scenes stories about how they came to life. Among the topics: how she invented the walkup song and turned “Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Them Goodbye” into a global sports anthem, Harold Baines honoring her in his Hall of Fame speech, her deep connection with White Sox fans, songs to end the lockout and more.