The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Martin Maldonado bringing a winning attitude to the White Sox

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox catcher Martin Maldonado about why he signed with the White Sox, how he gets the most out of his pitchers, his instincts as a catcher, the Zoom call he held with pitchers before spring training, the one word that will go a long way towards turning things around for the White Sox and more.

Why Garrett Crochet believes he can be a starter in 2024

Chuck Garfien speaks with Garrett Crochet about his goal to be a starter this season. How will he do it? How many innings can he throw? What did he say that convinced Chris Getz to give him the green light despite throwing only 12 major league innings the last two seasons? Plus, Dylan Cease crashes the podcast and asks Crochet a question of his own.

Dylan Cease on trade rumors, his White Sox future and more

Chuck Garfien sits down with Dylan Cease at White Sox spring training to talk about the trade rumors that followed him all offseason. Did he think he'd be dealt this winter? Does he believe a trade is inevitable? Plus, why he thinks the White Sox could be a surprise team in 2024, his struggles on the mound in 2023, his new shaggy beard and his idea of joining Chuck on the podcast every week during spring training.

Burning questions from White Sox fans: Spring Training edition!

With spring training about to begin, we opened up the podcast to White Sox fans.What's on your mind? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey answer questions about Dylan Cease (16:35), Colson Montgomery (22:52), Yoan Moncada (40:18), Tim Anderson (47:30) and Pedro Grifol (50:47). Plus, realistic expectations for this season (4:25), the pitchers in the starting rotation (29:17), breakout candidates (34:30), what has to happen for the White Sox to win the division (53:40) and more!

Inside the White Sox farm system with MLB Pipeline’s Jim Callis

How did the White Sox do in the trades for Dominic Fletcher, Prelander Berroa and Zach DeLoach (7:36)? Is Bryan Ramos the White Sox future third baseman (21:04)? Is it wrong to compare Noah Schultz to Randy Johnson (18:20)? Chuck Garfien speaks with prospect expert Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to get his insights on the White Sox farm system that has seen an influx of talent added since the trade deadline. They also talk about Colson Montgomery, Jake Eder, Jacob Gonzalez and more.

Breaking down the two big White Sox trades (and why we like them)

With back-to-back trades over the weekend, Chris Getz continues to shake up the White Sox roster. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss the deals that sent Gregory Santos to Seattle and Cristian Mena to Arizona. In return, the White Sox acquired outfielders Dominic Fletcher and Zach DeLoach, pitcher Prelander Berroa and the 69th pick in this year's draft.

Getting to know new White Sox TV announcer John Schriffen

Chuck Garfien speaks with John Schriffen about his new job as White Sox play-by-play announcer for NBC Sports Chicago. They discuss his enthusiastic style of calling games, the difference between being a national broadcaster and now being a local announcer with the White Sox, what he's learning about White Sox fans, how he got the job replacing Jason Benetti and more.

Why it’s now or never for Yoán Moncada

As the prize piece of the Chris Sale trade, Yoán Moncada was expected to be a star for the White Sox. But instead, his tenure on the South Side has mostly been defined by injuries and underperformance. Entering what could be his final season with the White Sox, it's time for Moncada to shine. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about Moncada's up-and-down White Sox career, his recent comments about having a healthy season, and whether they believe he will finally resemble the Moncada of 2019.

Inside Dylan Cease trade talks with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers

Will Dylan Cease be traded this offseason? Chuck Garfien speaks with ESPN's Jesse Rogers about the various trade scenarios and when a deal for the White Sox ace might happen. Plus, what rival executives are saying about Chris Getz's asking price and if a team will eventually match it. And if Cease is who they really want, what are the Baltimore Orioles waiting for?

How to fix MLB’s offseason with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers

It’s been another painfully slow winter for offseason moves. What’s going on? Who and what is responsible for it? And how does MLB fix the problem? Chuck Garfien speaks with ESPN’s Jesse Rogers about a Hot Stove season that is stuck in a deep freeze.