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What's it like being an underdog? The White Sox might be that in 2023. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey look at the preseason odds for the White Sox to win the division, make the playoffs and win the World Series. They also look at the odds for Dylan Cease, Lance Lynn and Lucas Giolito for Cy Young, Oscar Colas for Rookie of the Year, which White Sox player is the best longshot for MVP and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien speaks with Matt Flesch, the producer of "Last Comiskey," a new 3-part documentary about the White Sox former home at old Comiskey Park. They talk about what made the park so special for White Sox fans, plus the people and characters who played and worked there. Chuck also speaks with former organist Nancy Faust about the documentary and her memories of the ballpark. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the regular season getting closer, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey take a closer look at the White Sox roster and tell you who they think will make the team out of spring training. Pedro Grifol describes the kind of bench he'd like to have. Is Leury Garcia a lock to make the team because of his contract? Plus, Chuck speaks with Hanser Alberto about his chances of breaking camp with the team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oscar Colas can hit, but he tells Chuck Garfien how much he really wants to win. Colas talks about his hunger to win and tells the story about how he promised manager Pedro Grifol that he would hit a home run in a spring training game--and he did! Grifol talks about how Colas has improved his fundamentals and hitting coach Jose Castro takes you inside Colas the hitter. If you want to learn more about the White Sox prospect making a lot of noise at spring training, this is the podcast for you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The pitch clock, larger bases and infield shift limits are bringing massive change to the game of baseball this season.  But can more be done to improve the sport? Chuck Garfien and White Sox pitcher Joe Kelly continue the conversation they had on the podcast in January. They discuss robotic umps, ghost runners, sticky stuff, putting rivals like the White Sox and Cubs in the same division, and more. Joe also explains why he has totally changed his mind about MLB commissioner Rob Manfred. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien goes into the broadcast booth before a spring training game to speak with the White Sox TV team of Jason Benetti and Steve Stone. In a wide-ranging conversation they cover many topics, including how the pitch clock is affecting the game and the broadcast, their expectations for the upcoming season, which White Sox player they think will have a comeback season and much, much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Davis Martin about his breakout season last year and how he wants to take his career to the next level this year. Plus, what pitcher in the minor leagues could turn out to be the next Davis Martin for the White Sox in 2023? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien goes into enemy territory to speak with the Cleveland Guardians about their rivals in Chicago and why they won the AL Central last season and the White Sox didn't. Chuck speaks with Shane Bieber and Steven Kwan, plus former White Sox catcher Zack Collins who signed with the Guardians right before spring training and homered against the White Sox last week. Plus, former Guardian Bryan Shaw talks about what it's like being on the White Sox and did Jose Ramirez think Chuck was a White Sox spy when he spotted him in the Guardians clubhouse? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Before spring training, Chuck Garfien told us to keep an eye out for Hanser Alberto. Now we understand. Alberto has been one of the White Sox best hitters in camp, but it's what he can bring to the team off the field that makes him special. Chuck speaks with Alberto about how he can help the White Sox. Plus, Dodgers GM Andrew Friedman talks about Alberto who was one of the most popular players with the Dodgers last season. And then Royals catcher Salvador Perez explains why Alberto is one of his all-time favorite teammates. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien goes to Kansas City Royals camp to speak with catcher Salvador Perez about new White Sox manager Pedro Grifol. Perez talks about what he learned from Grifol when he was a coach with the Royals and explains why he thinks he'll be one of the best managers in the game. Chuck also covers the news that Mike Clevinger will not be disciplined by MLB for allegations of domestic abuse and child abuse. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The new rules in MLB are some of the biggest changes made to the game in decades. There's a pitch clock, larger bases, a limit on infield shifts, and much shorter game times. What do White Sox players think about all the changes? Chuck Garfien speaks with Lance Lynn, Michael Kopech, Yasmani Grandal, Seby Zavala, Billy Hamilton, Jake Burger and Elvis Andrus about the new rules, how they are adapting to them and what it means for the game of baseball. 2:40 - Lance Lynn 6:28 - Michael Kopech 9:08- Yasmani Grandal 11:23 - Seby Zavala 19:02 - Billy Hamilton 22:58 - Jake Burger 26:55 - Elvis Andrus See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you have doubts about the White Sox this season, you'll want to hear what Elvis Andrus says to Chuck Garfien on this edition of the podcast. Elvis explains what he thought was missing last season and how they get their edge back. He talks about his leadership skills, his decision to sign back with the White Sox to play second base, why he believes in this team and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien looks back and forward with White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech. They talk about what he's learned so far in his major league career, the balance between being a baseball player and a father, how he battled through his knee injury last season, his hopes of becoming the best pitcher he can be and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien sits down with Pedro Grifol to talk about his first days as White Sox manager at spring training. They discuss the importance of fundamentals, what it will take for Yoan Moncada to have a comeback season, Eloy Jimenez competing to play right field, the impact of Billy Hamilton and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien sits down with Lucas Giolito at White Sox spring training to talk about his struggles last season, plus the changes he's made for this season, both physically and mentally. He picks one White Sox player who he thinks will have a big comeback season. He talks about his important trip this offseason to the Dominican Republic and shares his thoughts about this possibly being his last season with the White Sox and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chuck Garfien speaks with Andrew Vaughn about taking over at first base for Jose Abreu, why he feels at home at first base, how his body wore down playing the outfield the last two seasons and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tim Anderson is back on the podcast for a candid, behind-the-curtain conversation with Chuck Garfien about the struggles of last season and how the criticism was felt inside the White Sox clubhouse. It's a peek inside Chuck and Tim's working relationship as sportscaster and player when a season goes south. They also talk about Tim being back healthy this season, the return of Elvis Andrus and Billy Hamilton, the loss of Jose Abreu and more. 2:50 - The media's working relationship with players 9:40 - Chuck Garfien's 1-on-1 with Tim Anderson 12:00 - Anderson on what went wrong last season and was it ok for fans and media to criticize the way they did? 24:25 - Chuck and Guff discuss if the Sox will be able to overcome the demons of last year See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On the day the White Sox full squad reported to spring training, they welcomed Elvis Andrus back to the team. Chuck Garfien also welcomed Ryan McGuffey to Arizona. They discuss the Andrus signing and him moving over to play second base. You'll hear from Andrus as well as Rick Hahn talking about the leadership he provides. Plus, manager Pedro Grifol says something that should be music to the years of White Sox fans in terms of getting ready for the season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If there is a White Sox player who can best verbalize the feelings inside the White Sox clubhouse, it's Lance Lynn. Chuck Garfien sits down with the veteran leader at spring training to discuss many hot-button topics: computers projecting the White Sox to have a losing record this year, how they need to come together as a team, the Guardians mocking the White Sox after they won the AL Central, what he'd say to White Sox fans who are skeptical about them having a comeback season and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

White Sox reliever Garrett Crochet speaks with Chuck Garfien about coming back from Tommy John surgery, how close he is to competing again, and his hopes for this season. Plus, who will be the White Sox closer without Liam Hendriks? Manager Pedro Grifol gives an update on the White Sox plan going forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.