The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

154: Emergency podcast: Michael Kopech needs Tommy John surgery??!

With the shocking news that Michael Kopech has a significant tear in his UCL joint and is expected to undergo Tommy John surgery, Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber bring you the news and what it means for Kopech and the White Sox going forward. You’ll hear Kopech describe what happened and G-M Rick Hahn discuss the details of the injury. Yeah, this sucks.

153: White Sox present and future with The Athletic’s James Fegan

Chuck Garfien talks with James Fegan of the Athletic about a number of White Sox topics: biggest takeaway from the 2018 season, how aggressive the White Sox will be in the off-season, his favorite story he wrote this year, who will be the starting catcher in 2020, most underrated White Sox prospects, the Eloy Jimenez situation, etc. Then Chuck speaks with White Sox reliever Caleb Frare about how he got traded to the White Sox, the funny story about how he learned he was getting called up to the majors and more.

Ep. 152: Are the White Sox turning the corner in the rebuild?

With a winning record since mid-July, and many young players making big contributions at the major league level, the White Sox are making some noise in the American League. Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber talk about how things are changing on the South Side. Chuck speaks with Daniel Palka and Matt Davidson on the field after their dramatic home runs in the 9th inning against the Tigers. Plus, Rick Hahn talks about the decision to not bring up Eloy Jimenez until 2019.

Ep. 151: What does Mother Nature have against Michael Kopech?

Rain wreaked havoc with another Michael Kopech performance, suspending play and cutting short his second home start, just like the first one. Still, there was a lot to be excited about with Kopech and Yoan Moncada hitting a home run against his former team. Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber break down his abbreviated start, Kopech talks about the game and facing the team that traded him to the White Sox. Chuck also interviews James Shields about Kopech’s development and predicts that the White Sox will soon have one of the best pitching staffs in the game.

Ep. 150: Biggest surprises of the 2018 White Sox

Who and what are the biggest surprises on the 2018 White Sox? And with a winning record since the All-Star break, are they better than people think? Chuck Garfien, Ryan McGuffey and Slavko Bekovic break it all down.

Ep. 149: Interview with Michael Kopech about his MLB debut

The day after making his White Sox debut, Michael Kopech spoke to Chuck Garfien about his first start in the big leagues, the raucous crowd, what it was like facing Joe Mauer, wanting to pitch after the rain delay, getting emotional with his dad after the game and more.

Ep. 148: Michael Kopech’s MLB debut

Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss the major league debut of Michael Kopech: the atmosphere in the ballpark, Kopech’s performance on the mound and behind the scenes stories in the Kopech family suite. You’ll hear Kopech’s post-game press conference and Chuck’s interview after the game with former White Sox reliever Addison Reed who now pitches for the Twins.

Ep. 147: White Sox call up Michael Kopech!

With the big news that Michael Kopech is coming to the majors, Chuck Garfien and Vinnie Duber talk about the decision by the Sox to bring up their top pitching prospect and the excitement that Kopech will bring to the team and the 2018 season. Kevan Smith discusses what kind of stuff Kopech has and what it was like catching him in the minor leagues. Plus, they talk about Paul Konerko’s unforgettable day in the booth with Hawk Harrelson.

146: Carlos Rodon’s breakout summer

Carlos Rodon speaks with Chuck Garfien about his dominant stretch of starts and how he’s started to figure things out as a major league pitcher. Rodon talks about controlling his temper on the mound and how he’s learned to win on days he doesn’t have his best stuff. He explains why he doesn’t miss any of Daniel Palka’s at-bats, how he’s impressed with Michael Kopech, why he sympathizes with Kopech being in Triple-A, why he’s not wearing an undershirt during games and much more.

Ep. 145: Will the White Sox call up Jimenez and/or Kopech this season?

With Eloy Jimenez and Michael Kopech dominating in Triple-A, we tackle the No. 1 question on the minds of every White Sox fan. Are either or both of the White Sox top prospects going to play in the majors this year? Chuck Garfien, Vinnie Duber and Slavko Bekovic give their takes and predictions. Plus, what other minor leaguers should be called up in September?