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Discussing the prospects and happenings relating to White Sox player development and baseball operations.

FutureSox


    • Jul 17, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - ASG, Draft, Trades

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 88:46


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome opened the show with their takes on the All Star Game and the controversial finish. They move to the results of the White Sox 2025 MLB draft, discussing the top picks and their places of interest. They close out the episode with the trade pieces and possible thoughts of what returns will be.

    FutureSox Podcast - '25 White Sox Draft Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 76:07


    On this episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox took a look at the 2025 White Sox draft class. James talked about some key points from the Mike Shirley press conference stream about the draft class, and some of the key strategies that they helped them make decisions this year. They took some time to discuss in depth the first 4 picks, but time was spent on each pick. To end the stream they took a little time to talk about the White Sox catching depth and deployment, the market for Korey Lee, and finally the rumors of Luis Robert Jr's imminent trade.

    Future Interview Ft. Lee and Joe Milano of Nazareth Academy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 20:30


    On this interview edition of FutureSox Podcast, Elijah Evans is joined by Lee Milano (Head Coach) and Joe Milano (Head Scout) of Nazareth Academy to talk about White Sox 2nd round pick Jaden Fauske. They first discuss the unique connection between Elijah and the Milano family before diving into Fauske's development, offensive upside, defensive fit, future projection, leadership skills, and more. Get all the info you need on the recent draft pick!

    FutureSox Interview Ft. RHP Tanner McDougal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 16:47


    On this FutureSox Interview, Elijah Evans is joined by breakout pitching prospect Tanner McDougal to discuss his huge 2025 season. They talk about his lessons from last year, post-TJ adjustments, pitch developments, and growth as a player and person across the season.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Big Bobby, Colson, & the Draft

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 63:18


    Danny Miller and Jacob Thome returned to the national airwaves for FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters to discuss White Sox baseball. On this episode they touched on the Puke and Rally Blue Jays series, Bobby Jenks, Colson Montgomery, the draft, plus much more.

    FutureSox Interview Ft. Caleb Bonemer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 14:26


    On this FutureSox Interview, Elijah Evans is joined by 2024 2nd rounder Caleb Bonemer to discuss his first professional season in Single-A Kannapolis. They talk through his mindset, growth, defensive versatility, goals for the rest of the season, and more.

    FutureSox Podcast Ft. Joe Doyle of Future Stars Series

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 27:24


    On this episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox were joined by Joe Doyle of Future Stars Series and the Overslot Podcast for our final draft preview ahead of the 2025 MLB Draft. Joe shared some insights on the top slots in the draft, his thoughts on the White Sox options at 10th pick, and much more.

    FutureSox Interview Ft. Peter Flaherty of Baseball America

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 45:48


    On this FutureSox Interview, Elijah Evans is joined by Peter Flaherty of Baseball America for another draft preview ahead of the 2025 MLB Draft. Pete shares all of insights on the top picks in the draft, the White Sox options at 10th pick, rising players, and much more.

    FutureSox RoundUp: Prospect Updates and Trade Candidates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 64:52


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas check in on top performers in the White Sox farm system and then consider the market for trade candidates on the White Sox roster.

    FutureSox Podcast - Draft Next Week & Colson Pops Off

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 63:44


    The draft is in a week. On this episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox delve into some final thoughts for the White Sox 2025 draft. They also discuss Colson Montgomery's call up, Tanner McDougal's surge, and much more.

    FutureSox Podcast - 2005 Retrospective with Sox in the Basement's Chris Lanuti

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 60:23


    On this episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcome Sox in the Basement's Chris Lanuti to the show. With it being the weekend that the White Sox bring back the 2005 team to celebrate the World Series victory it is a good time to go back in time to talk the roster and personnel changes, the playoff run, and some great stories from that awesome run.

    FutureSox RoundUp: Top Performers of June

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 67:16


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen review the top performers of June within the White Sox farm system and check in on other hot topics.

    FutureSox Podcast: MLB Draft w/ Locked On Guardians Jeff Ellis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 63:17


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox opened up the show with some discussion on White Sox big league club topics including Kyle Teel's surge, Chase Meidroth's Matrix slide, Grant Taylor, & Luis Robert's odd split.  They then moved to the minor league side of things touching on the massive week and great month of June for Colson Montgomery, Hagen Smith getting back on the mound, and Tanner McDougal with 3 straight fantastic starts for the Barons. For the second segment of the podcast starting at the 24 minute mark they were joined by Locked On Guardians Jeff Ellis to talk about the MLB Draft. They discussed overall thoughts on the class, college & prep bats and arm strengths, and who we could expect to fly off the board to the Sox and the thoughts on what the Guardians will do.  They also got a possible trade idea for the White Sox and Guardians.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Catcher Conundrum; Taylor, Robert, and Deadline

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 66:18


    On the most recent episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome discussed the newest Luis Robert Jr. injury, the catching situation, possible rotation help, and the explosive start from Grant Taylor. They also gave some time to the bullpen and trade deadline thoughts. 

    FutureSox RoundUp: Top 30 Prospects Biggest Risers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 62:02


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas discuss players set to rise in our Updated Top 30 Prospects, top MiLB performers of the week including Tanner McDougal, Christian Oppor, and others!

    FutureSox Podcast - NCAA Draft Talk w/ D1Baseball's Burke Granger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 61:43


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox continued our draft coverage this week welcoming D1 Baseball's Burke Granger to talk 2025 MLB draft prospects. They discussed the strengths and weaknesses of the college class, top college bats and arms, and what Burke would do with the #1 overall and #10 for the White Sox.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Andre Out, Aaron In; Elko & Baldwin; Sosa Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 67:27


    On the most recent episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome discussed the recent Andrew Vaughn for Aaron Civale swap, some of the roster moves happening at 35th and Shields, and what is exactly happening WITH 35th and Shields.

    FutureSox Podcast - Feat. Just Baseball's Tyler Jennings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 81:05


    As the draft is quickly approaching we move to heavy guest season. On the most recent FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcome Just Baseball's Tyler Jennings for draft talk. They opened the podcast talking White Sox roster churn. Andrew Vaughn trade for Aaron Civale, Brooks Baldwin and Tim Elko riding the MiLB/MLB carousel, Noah Schultz and Tanner McDougal promotions and a few other topics. They then welcomed Tyler Jennings for the 2nd segment of the show.  They discussed the overall draft strength; depth, and the demographic strengths. They discussed who the Nationals may take at 1 and who Tyler would take at that position in the draft before closing out that draft talk with who Tyler expects the White Sox to take at 10.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Call Ups, Pitching, & the Pope

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 65:04


    On the most recent episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome discussed the recent call ups, surging pitching staff, and the Pope's choice of headwear.

    FutureSox RoundUp: Projecting the 2026 White Sox and Grant Taylor Called Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 62:24


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas talk about the Grant Taylor call up to Chicago, Kyle Teel's debut, and other headlines before diving into a projection of next year's roster outlook. They wrap by naming some newcomers who will crack the midseason Top 30 list. 

    FutureSox Podcast - Big News Week in White Sox World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 71:17


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox hopped on the national airwaves to discuss the big news week for the White Sox, the sale of the Sox to Justin Ishbia, well sort of. They also discussed Kyle Teel's promotion, the recent play of the Sox, & Brian Bannister's spot on 670 specifically speaking on Grant Taylor. They also highlighted some weeks worth noting in the minors, plus a lot more.

    FutureSox RoundUp: May Top Performers and Check In

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 58:37


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen talk through the top prospect performers from the past month and provide updates on key prospects throughout the organization.

    FutureSox Podcast - Mock Draft and Tauchin Trade Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 88:55


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox had a lot to discuss across the White Sox landscape. With the MLB draft quickly approaching, James is putting his first full mock up on the site. The trade market is also about to heat up. What can the Sox get for some of their assets? They also discussed the DSL opening up this week and some other MiLB topics.

    FutureSox Podcast - Big Performances & Big Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 90:20


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox had a lot to discuss across the White Sox landscape, and they welcomed Triple A Jeff Cohen to the show to talk Carolina minor league action. Huge performances this past week from Colson, Teel, plus some interesting things in Kanny's rotation. They will also take a look at 1B in Chicago with the demotion on Elko and Vaughn this week, and who from the minors can be helping in the big league bullpen.

    FutureSox RoundUp: Farm System Updates and Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 53:55


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas check in on recent performances and discuss a few key questions throughout the White Sox farm system. They discuss recent transactions, the confusion of the Birmingham rotation, and much more.

    FutureSox Podcast - Developmental Vision

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 82:36


    On the most recent FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discussed the White Sox developmental path and decisions. They also discussed the path for hitters such as Colson Montgomery, Miguel Vargas, and Braden Montgomery. On the pitching side there wass a lot to discuss, including Noah Schultz, Hagen Smith, and the recent move of Grant Taylor. There was of course a flurry of activity in the chat.

    FutureSox Podcast - Cubs/Sox w/ Sean Sears of 670 the Score

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 53:41


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcome 670 the Score Producer, Sean Sears. He has worked on Inside the Clubhouse and Hit and Run. With the Cubs/Sox series coming up this week, Ian and James welcomed him to talk about his beloved Cub.  They discuss the Cubs reluctance to spend on Bullpen pieces and star players in the offseason and what the results of that has been. They also talk Cubs SP and hitting successes paired with some standout performances from players such as Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Turning It Around Baby

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 64:12


    On the most recent episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome break down the recent success of the White Sox, the recent call up of Tim Elko, and they also take a look at the Grant Taylor situation in Birmingham. 

    FutureSox RoundUp: Tim Elko Arrives and Farm System Headlines

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 39:07


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen discuss the overdue arrival of Tim Elko at the MLB level and other White Sox farm system news. They dish on the promotion of Christian Oppor and then talk about recent standouts at every level of this season led by Braden Montgomery's huge start in Winston-Salem.

    FutureSox Interview Ft. LHP Christian Oppor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 14:23


    On this interview edition of the FutureSox Podcast, Elijah Evans welcomes on Kannapolis left-hander Christian Oppor to discuss his excellent start to the year (2.42 ERA with 34 strikeouts in 22.1 IP). They talk about his development last year in the ACL, arsenal adjustments, mechanical keys, and much more.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Royal Pain

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 64:33


    On the latest episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome return to discuss the White Sox series with the Royals, roster moves, and of course questions from the chat. 

    FutureSox Podcast - Affiliate Check In with Jeff Cohen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 72:39


    On the latest episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcomed Boots on the Ground, Heat On the Street, Triple A Jeff, AKA Jeff Cohen to the airwaves. They ran through all the affiliates asking Jeff what he's seen and his thoughts on what we should all be watching in the org. They also talk about the Tyler Osik tweet, Donnie Ecker/ Leody Taveras news, and the City Connect unis among a bunch of other topics.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters: What to do about Vaughn

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 81:43


    On the most recent episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome return for Takes & Heaters to discuss the White Sox Andrew Vaughn, and the movement in the 40 man.

    FutureSox RoundUp: April Team of the Month and Prospect Promotions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 73:22


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas discuss all of this week's prospect promotions before breaking down our April MiLB Team of the Month.

    FutureSox Podcast - Youth Movement & Roster Churn

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 70:11


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the youth movement in the White Sox with the promotion of Edgar Quero & Chase Meidroth along with a few of the returning roster in Brooks Baldwin and Miguel Vargas. They also ran through the ongoing roster churn on the MLB squad and MiLB side, plus promotions including Braden Montgomery, Ryan Galanie, Wikelman Gonzalez, and Caden Connor among a few others

    FutureSox Interview Ft. Ryan Galanie of the Winston-Salem Dash

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 22:03


    On this interview edition of the FutureSox Podcast, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas are joined by Winston-Salem Dash first baseman Ryan Galanie. They check with Ryan about his development last season, offseason adjustments, coaches in the organization, hot start to the season, and more!

    FutureSox RoundUp: Prospects Pushing for Promotion

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 56:34


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen recap the action from all of the MiLB affiliates including a few players who are pushing for an early-season promotion. They talk discuss prospects such as Tim Elko, Tyler Schweitzer, Jeral Perez, Braden Montgomery, Caleb Bonemer, and others.

    FutureSox Podcast - 2025 Winston-Salem Dash Preview w/ Andrew Murphy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 37:08


    On an affiliate preview edition of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox were joined by the play-by-play voice of the Winston-Salem Dash, Andrew Murphy. They begin the show with Andrew breaking down the "Prom" series that wasn't supposed to happen against the Rome Emperors. The gents go through the rotation, hitting all the big points - all returning arms, the step up from all guys from previous years, and Tanner McDougal is still nasty. The pen has shown some ebbs and flows early, but there are some good arms coming through Winston.  Versatility is a mainstay in the Winston position player group, and Andrew breaks down all of the guys in the lineup. Pat Leyland has a lot of useful guys, and they run through them all.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Early Call Ups and DFA's

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 63:21


    On the most recent episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome discussed the early call ups of Chase Meidroth and Edgar Quero, and the DFA of Mike Clevinger. They also asked the question: Can the youth movement at 35th and Shields maintain the energy and mindset with a team that isn't likely to have a ton of success with their record? Also as always the chat was popping, and they answered some questions.

    FutureSox RoundUp: Meidroth Debuts and Farm System Top Performers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 64:22


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas talk about the debut of Chase Meidroth and Shane Smith's excellent first three MLB starts before getting into the farm system. They break down the top performers from the week including Noah Schultz, William Bergolla, Grant Taylor, Tyler Schweitzer, Ryan Galanie, Braden Montgomery, Christian Oppor, and many more.

    FutureSox Podcast - Feat. Charlotte Knights' Catcher Edgar Quero

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 18:41


    On a special edition of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and Elijah Evans welcomed Chicago White Sox Top 5 Prospect and Charlotte Knights catcher Edgar Quero. They discussed having Sergio Santos in Charlotte, the Knights rotation, and what he's working on defensively to get to the bigs. They also discussed changes to his batting mechanics, the new interesting Marucci bat strategy from both sides of the plate, and a little on his start in baseball.

    FutureSox Podcast - Robert Rumors & Chase in your Face

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 66:17


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discussed the recent Bob Nightengale Luis Robert Jr. rumor, Meidroth being awesome, and a ton of other MiLB musings from Braden Montgomery and Caleb Bonemer to Tim Elko and Colson Montgomery.

    FutureSox RoundUp: Recapping First Full MiLB Weekend

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 56:44


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen review every White Sox affiliate after our first look at each team this weekend. They discuss the best early performers with plenty insights from Jeff's time spent in Charlotte, Winston-Salem, and Kannapolis this week.

    FutureSox Podcast - AA Birmingham Barons Preview Ft. Doug Greenwald

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 30:31


    On this edition of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge was joined by the new Play By Play voice of the Birmingham Barons, Doug Greenwald. They discussed many topics such as taking over for Iconic BHam PBP voice Curt Bloom, the 3 headed monster rotation of Schultz, Smith, and Taylor, and the returning members of the Championship Barons.

    FutureSox Podcast - Minors in Full Swing & How to Fix the White Sox Bullpen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 64:19


    On the most recent episode of the FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the first full slate of Minor League action in the org this past weekend and how to fix the White Sox bullpen.

    FutureSox RoundUp: Single-A Kannapolis Preview ft. Dan Helotie

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 29:49


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans is joined by Single-A Kannapolis broadcaster Dan Helotie to preview the 2025 season. They discuss the FutureSox Showdown between Winston-Salem and Kannapolis before diving into the Kanny roster. They talk about each positional group, players to keep an eye on, the best outfield in MiLB, and more!

    FutureSox RoundUp: Breaking Down Minor League Rosters

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 57:58


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas discussed the start of the baseball season and a few of the minor league rosters. They started with a brief check in on the White Sox first week then got into the Charlotte roster and when to call up the hitting prospects from Triple-A. Then, they took a look at the Birmingham and Winston-Salem rosters and which players to look out for in Double-A and High-A this season.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters: Successful First Week?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 70:41


    On the recent edition of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome return for Takes & Heaters to discuss the White Sox first week of the season. Topics include the rotation, Venable's lineups, the bullpen and much more.

    FutureSox Podcast - 2025 is Underway!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 68:51


    On the most recent FutureSox Podcast Ian Eskridge and James Fox discuss the White Sox and Charlotte Knights openers and break down the results, as well as look at some of the roster announcements that were made by Paul Janish.

    FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - 26 Man Reaction and Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 74:47


    On the most recent episode of FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters Danny Miller and Jacob Thome returned to discuss the White Sox depth, Injuries, and Roster decisions. They also made their predictions for the season.

    FutureSox RoundUp: 2025 MiLB Roster News Update

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 26:29


    On this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp, Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen break down news from this week on where many top prospects will start the 2025 season. They discuss the lineup of near-ready hitters in Charlotte, the "Big Three" pitchers all heading to Birmingham, the stacked lineup of upside in Kannapolis, and more!

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