Sox On 35th Podcast

Sox On 35th's Managing Editor of Minor League Content Michael Suareo is back to recap the past month in the White Sox farm system. There's been no shortage of promotions and notable performances from players like Kyle Teel, Noah Schultz, Braden Montgomery and others. Michael breaks down all the latest developments and previews the Dominican Summer League action now that the team is in full swing!  Follow us on social media @SoxOn35th and @PipelineTo35th for more news and updates. 

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to talk about your "Frisky and Fun" (according to Duke) White Sox. They start by bringing in Brett Haffner to recap the Chicago Sports Bums/Sox On 35th Southpaw's 21st Birthday Tailgate and discuss all the fun activities for anyone who might've missed. Later, the crew discusses the Andrew Vaughn/Aaron Civale swap. Are you surprised the White Sox got anything at all for Vaughn? Where does he fall on your list of biggest White Sox rebuild failures? And what went wrong over the past 5 years to get to this point? Finally, the crew discusses Grant Taylor's promotion - as a reliever. Are you okay with how the White Sox are doing this? Do you have concerns about Taylor's long-term role? This and much more talk about Quero, Teel, Elko, and others in a packed episode. Tune in now!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined this week by CHSN on-field reporter Brooke Fletcher! Brooke talks about how she got into broadcasting and eventually found a home in Chicago, and how her familial ties with the White Sox through her father gave her a unique connection to the South Side. She also talks about what it's like working as a reporter on a day-to-day basis and gives a peek behind the curtains of CHSN's operations. Between some college football talk and getting the crew's thoughts on the broadcast, she even finds some time to give advice to those getting into sports media and answers some rapid-fire questions about her interactions with the White Sox clubhouse. This is a packed interview, so don't miss out!   Make sure to follow Brooke on social media @BrookeFletcher!

Jordan Lazowski and Brett Haffner are joined by HBIC and South Side Bum of the Chicago Sports Bums Podcast! They start by discussing the summer event you won't want to miss: our joint Sox On 35th/Chicago Sports Bums tailgate that's being thrown June 8th for Southpaw's 21st Birthday! Listen for the latest details about how it all came together and why you should be there in just under two weeks! The Bums also talk about the White Sox' surprising decision to option Andrew Vaughn and Tim Elko to Charlotte and discuss how they'd like to see Will Venable and Chris Getz handle the young guys throughout the summer. And, don't worry, they left you with some hot takes on their way out. Make sure to follow the Chicago Sports Bums on social media @ChiSportsBums!

Duke Coughlin, Joe Binder, Jordan Lazowski, and Tim Moran conclude "Pope Week" on the South Side with a episode full of fun! Duke, Jordan, and Tim first talk about Tim Elko's promotion and their expectations for what he can bring throughout the year. Are fans' expectations aligned with the reality of his skills? Plus, a roster crunch is coming - could this mean the end for Andrew Vaughn? Or how else could the White Sox manage a roster that is slowly returning to health? Finally, Joe Binder makes an appearance to be a part of our draft of the best Catholic Mass songs! From City of God to On Eagles' Wings, who picked the certified bangers? Listen to find out!

Jordan Lazowski and Joe Binder return for a special papal edition of the Sox On 35th podcast. The duo welcomes on Eddie Schmit, a White Sox fan whose family's connection led to him sitting next to Pope Leo XIV at Game 1 of the 2005 World Series. Hear from Schmit about his relationship with the pontiff, memories from the game, his reaction to the past few days, and more. 

Sean Anderson of CHGO White Sox joins the show with Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur to talk about the first month of baseball on the South Side in 2025. Sean talks about the latest happenings over at CHGO before getting into the play on the field. He discusses the progress made from rookies Chase Meidroth and Edgar Quero, his mixed feelings on the City Connect 2.0 uniforms, and the encouraging signs from the coaching staff Chris Getz has assembled. Plus, do you buy Tyler Osik's since-deleted tweet about Andrew Vaughn's problematic work ethic? Sean and the crew discuss this and much more! You can follow Sean on social media @Sean_W_Anderson.

In the first Pipeline to 35th episode of 2025, Michael Suareo returns to dive into the top storylines from each White Sox minor league affiliate. He also discusses the recent promotions over the first month of the season and what to expect throughout the season.   

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to talk about another week of White Sox baseball. Are you concerned at all about the starting pitching staff? Is there any hope for a turnaround for Luis Robert Jr? And what are your early impressions of Edgar Quero and Chase Meidroth? The crew answers this and much more. Finally, they have some "fun" by drafting their individual teams for the 2025 White Sox. Who will end up drafting the five players that perform the best? Let us know your thoughts!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined this week by Michael Suareo, who helps give an update on the minor league side of things as the major league team struggles. Who are some of the early-season standouts? Who can fans expect to see in Chicago this year? And are there any concerns over Colson Montgomery's slow start? The crew also discusses some early takeaways from the White Sox' 4-11 start. How long is Miguel Vargas' rope? How about Andrew Vaughn? And while the games have been better, are there concerns over the slow start against the AL Central? This and much more on a packed episode! 

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur begin their weekly breakdown of the 2025 White Sox with today's episode! The team is 2-7, and in many ways, feels like the same team we were watching in 2025. What are the early positive and negative trends they're seeing in the lineup, rotation, and bullpen? How long is the leash for Andrew Vaughn? And what are your initial impressions of Will Venable and the job he's doing? This and much more on this week's episode - tune in now!

It's Opening Day for the White Sox, and Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Tim Moran are here to make their season predictions! They first start by talking about some of the team's initial 26-man roster decisions. Were there any surprises about who they took from camp? And what do you make of all the Tommy John surgeries the White Sox have had early in Spring? Next, they get to everything you're here for: Team MVP, Cy Young, Rookie of the Year, player you're higher/lower on than most, and team record. They also chat a bit about when we could expect to see the team call up some prospects. Finally, they end with what they're most interested in with a season coming that is low on expectations. The crew brought some positivity and good vibes to start the season, so make sure to tune in!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back with Spring Training games fully underway for the White Sox. Who's impressed, who hasn't, and who will you be watching closely as more games take place in the coming weeks? The crew is definitely pretty impressed by some pitchers... Plus, the crew discusses the latest rumors surrounding the Ishbia Brothers and the future of White Sox ownership. Could the path ahead already be forming? This and much more on our latest episode!

Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Brett Haffner are getting you ready for the start of the 2025 season this week as Pitchers and Catchers report for the White Sox! Who are some of the names to watch in Spring Training, and what positional battles are most interesting? Finally, what should Will Venable and Chris Getz consider a "successful" Spring Training season? The crew also recaps an overall successful SoxFest event and what they liked about the new format. They end by drafting their favorite promotional giveaways for this season - who do you think got the best ones?!  You can see the team's entire promotional schedule HERE.

Duke Coughlin, Nik Gaur, and prospect guru Michael Suareo react to the Garrett Crochet trade that brought back four prospects. Hear the crew give their reactions and explain what this means for the White Sox's future outlook.    For more info on the trade, check out this article: https://www.soxon35th.com/white-sox-trade-pitcher-garrett-crochet-to-the-red-sox/

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to discuss the latest news in White Sox baseball. They start by discussing the hiring of Ryan Fuller as Director of Hitting and what that means for the organization's philosophical approach to hitting moving forward. Later, they discuss the "new and improved" SoxFest and what would attract them to the event this time around. Finally, the crew discusses some White Sox transactions, bidding farewell to Gavin Sheets, welcoming Austin Slater, and breaking down what is likely Andrew Vaughn's last shot in a Southside uniform. Tune in for a packed show!

Duke Coughlin, Nik Gaur, and Jordan Lazowski react to Will Venable's hiring as the franchise's 44th manager. How do you feel about the hire? What does this mean for the organization as a whole? Does this inspire any new faith in Chris Getz? The crew discusses this and more! Editor's Note: This episode is a replay of a live recording of the show on Wednesday night. Be sure to look for us on Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube @SoxOn35th for more live podcasts where you can join the conversation and have your comments featured on the show!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur welcome Beefloaf (@MrDelicious13) of Section 108 (@fromthe108) back on the show as the wrap up the White Sox 2024 season. As a season ticket holder, they first ask Beefloaf about his experience at the ballpark this season, the overall vibe compared to previous seasons, and how he still found joy among all the losses. Later, the crew gets his thoughts on Grady Sizemore, what requirements he's looking for in the team's next manager, and his overall evaluation of Chris Getz's first year as GM. Do fans perhaps blame Getz too much? Finally, the entire crew breaks down just how wrong they were about their preseason predictions. Come for the laughs, stay for the insightful conversation on the future of the ballclub!

On the evening of the team's record-breaking 121st loss of the season - cementing them as objectively the worst team in modern baseball history - Jordan Lazowski, Brett Haffner, and Tim Moran discuss the feelings this history elicit. Does this loss feel any different to each fan than any of the others? Should it feel different for the players? And have we all really comprehended the significance of this "milestone"? Beyond the history, the crew also discusses some of the latest national media surrounding the White Sox, with Jeff Passan and Ken Rosenthal/Britt Ghiroli among those who have given us a look at the inner workings of an organization is disarray. What were the most shocking parts of each article? The gents also talk a bit about the on-field play and next year's youth movement, but let's be honest: you're all here to listen to the reactions to loss #121. Don't worry, we've got you covered.

Michael Suareo is joined by Nik Gaur to talk through the latest Sox On 35th Top 30 White Sox Prospects list that was released last week! Who are some of the biggest risers and fallers, and do you agree with our new #1 prospect on the list? Plus, the pair answers some of your questions about the list and the current state of the White Sox farm system as the MiLB comes to a close.

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined by MiLB Managing Editor Michael Suareo to cover the latest in White Sox baseball. They first discuss Chris Getz's latest comments about the "cards" he's been dealt and whether he should be blaming himself more as the dealer. What do these comments say to you about Getz's ability to fix things moving forward? The crew discusses this and more. Later, Michael discusses the latest updates to our Sox On 35th Top 30 Prospects list as the MiLB season comes to a close. Who are some of the risers and fallers fans should watch out for? How did Michael build the list? And with Marco Paddy out, who could come in and help re-shape the White Sox's international scouting department? This and more on a packed episode!

Jordan Lazowski and Nik Gaur "celebrate" the team's 100th loss of the season by taking a look at some of the recent play under interim manager Grady Sizemore. What are your early thoughts on Sizemore's job as manager and the clubhouse culture he's created? Is there anything he can do to convince Chris Getz he should be the guy heading into 2025 and beyond for the White Sox? Plus, it's been about a month, so Nik and Jordan dive into the early returns for the White Sox at the Trade Deadline. Is Miguel Vargas ever going to turn it on, or are there much larger concerns here? And are the Dodgers getting too much credit for Michael Kopech's strong start to his career in Los Angeles? Finally, Yoan Moncada might be making a September appearance. Is it even worth it at this point? Either way, could it even make sense to bring back Moncada on a prove-it deal next season? This and much more on a packed episode!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur try their best to not talk about the White Sox for an episode. Instead, they have a conversation with Chicago-based content creator Johnny Viti about his unique journey to content creation, his baseball fandom background, and some of his favorite things about Chicago. Later, the crew has a draft of all the fun things to do in Chicago during the summer that *don't* involve watching the White Sox. Thank them later for all the fun ideas with the Dog Days of August still to come. Who do you think won their draft? Make sure to tune in!

Duke Coughlin and Noah Phalen bring you an emergency episode of the Sox On 35th Podcast to cover Thursday's news of the firing of Pedro Grifol.  Get the crew's reaction to the news and breakdown of why they think it took so long into the season for this to happen. Plus, who do they think should be names considered for the job as Chris Getz begins his search?

Michael Suareo welcomes James Fox of FutureSox to react to the White Sox trade deadline moves. Did the team get fleeced for Erick Fedde or was the return acceptable? Was holding off on moving Luis Robert Jr. and Garrett Crochet until the offseason the right decision? The crew also touches on the 2024 draft class and improvements needed in the international scouting department, among other things.

Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Michael Suareo regroup a few days after the MLB Trade Deadline to break down what the White Sox did leading up to July 30. Who are some of the main players that the White Sox got in return? When could we see some of them in the big leagues? Michael breaks all of this down for you. Plus, do the guys think the White Sox got enough of a return in the Erick Fedde deal? Are you surprised at Garrett Crochet's extension demands? And what have these trades told you about Chris Getz as a GM? All this and much more in a packed show!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back to discuss the latest in White Sox baseball as we prepare for the Trade Deadline. They first take one last look at the team's 2024 draft class and decide how confident they feel in the overall strategy employed. They also address the idea of Terry Francona coming out of retirement and the likelihood of him wanting to manage the White Sox, given the state of the team. Finally, with one week until the Trade Deadline, they spent most of this episode playing "Let's Make a Deal." The crew tried to determine which teams might be the best fit for some of the South Siders' top trade chips in what is likely to be an active week for Chris Getz.

Michael Suareo and Nik Gaur host a special post-MLB Draft episode of the Pipeline to 35th Podcast. To help break down the 2024 White Sox draft class, the crew welcomes Tyler Jennings, the Director of Draft Content for Prospects Live. 

Michael Suareo and Noah Phalen return to preview the upcoming MLB Draft. Should the organization target prep or college players? Which names will be available depending on the route? Michael and Noah break it down draft strategies and give their first-round predictions.

To start this week's episode, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur call on Sox On 35th MiLB Managing Editor Michael Suareo to get you more details on some names to know heading into this year's MLB Draft. Should the White Sox go prep or college? Which names will be available depending on the route? Michael covers this while also making time to discuss the rises of George Wolkow and Edgar Quero. The rest of the show is dedicated to some of the recent standouts on the White Sox roster: Drew Thorpe, Lenyn Sosa, and of course, Luis Robert Jr. Should he have thrown that baseball on the game-winning sac fly in Cleveland? The crew discusses this and much more in a packed episode!

With the play on the field not getting any better, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur spend this episode diving into the latest trade rumors surrounding the White Sox. In particular, they focus on Garrett Crochet, who the White Sox reportedly have already decided to trade at this deadline. Why have they decided on that so quickly, and how hard did they really try to extend him? Does trading him really make that much sense? Plus, they discuss whether or not there is really any way another team would be interested in trading for Andrew Benintendi or taking on any of his contract.

Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Michael Suareo are back to get you caught up with the latest in White Sox baseball. They start with an injury discussion as it relates to Eloy Jimenez - and whether the White Sox can learn something from the Green Bay Packers in this area? They then get into a discussion surrounding Chris Getz's latest comments to the media and how they might be related to a recent report that Skip Schumaker of the Marlins may be the next manager of the Chicago White Sox.  Finally, they get you thinking about the upcoming MLB Draft by discussing the different strategies teams employ and highlighting the ones they hope the White Sox choose. Make sure to tune in to a packed episode!

It's a two-man show today, as Duke Coughlin and Nik Gaur get you caught up on the latest in White Sox baseball. They start with a positive conversation surrounding Drew Thorpe, Jonathan Cannon, and Ky Bush: three players who represent a reason for some optimism in the future. What could the rest of their seasons look like - and how long will Drew Thorpe be around to develop in the majors this season? They end the episode with some trade market review and first basemen talk with Andrew Vaughn and Jose Abreu. Should the White Sox bring back Pito to the South Side? And can Abreu's heir in Vaughn use his recent hot stretch to revive his season? This and much more on this week's episode!

The White Sox gave us some exciting news on Sunday afternoon, and Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are here to talk all about it. To do so, Sox On 35th MiLB Managing Editor Michael Suareo joined the show, who gives fans a rundown on Drew Thorpe, who will make his MLB debut on Tuesday. What should White Sox fans expect? Who are some good comparisons for Thorpe? And could he be here throughout the season? As a big fan of Thorpe, Suareo discusses this and more. Later, the crew discusses the end of the White Sox's 14-game losing streak, some recent managerial decisions that led to the streak, debate the merits of the idea of "good losses," and round it out with a discussion on Nick Nastrini's long term outlook. Make sure to tune in to a packed episode!  

Another week of White Sox baseball, and another week where some of the best storylines don't involve the play on the field. Jordan Lazowski, Nik Gaur, and Tim Moran are first joined by Sox On 35th contributor Maddie Spagnola to talk about her Windy City Thunderbolts first pitch adventure. What were the vibes like, what was it like to meet Bobby Jenks, and how is she getting ready to throw out ANOTHER first pitch on June 22? Later, the crew talks a bit about Tommy Pham and John Schriffen (again) before getting you ready for the start of the Crosstown Classic this week with a draft. The topic: the best Crosstown Classic moments for White Sox fans. Who do you think won this draft?   Tune in for a packed episode!  

Michael Suareo is joined by Sox On 35th contributor Noah Phalen in the third installment of Pipeline to 35th. The duo talks about the recent demotion of Bryan Ramos, promotions of Jacob Gonzalez and Noah Schultz to Double-A Birmingham, and positive developments on the pitching side of things. Michael and Noah also give the prospects they're highest and lowest on!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur don't talk much about the team's latest 1-9 stretch in this latest episode. Instead, they focus on Pedro Grifol's latest comments about the team's "flat" performance, the players' responses, and what this all means for the locker room. Later, they create some interesting ideas for two separate topics: (1) what they would do if Pedro Grifol was fired mid-season, and (2) whether they would consider a Garrett Crochet extension. This and much more on this episode!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur recap a week full of strong performances against Washington, a sweep in New York, and the storylines that come along with those. With Andrew Vaughn and Andrew Benintendi struggling so mightily, is it about time the team starts thinking about cutting their losses? The crew also talks about the positives of the Jacob Gonzalez and Noah Schultz promotions and wonders who might be next with Double-A currently holding so much talent. And, yes, of course, they do talk about the latest regarding John Schriffen - hopefully for the last time all season.

The full crew - Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur - is back to discuss some improved baseball, Pedro Grifol's job security, and what the club should do with Bryan Ramos throughout this season. Later, they discuss a hot topic among White Sox fans - is it worth kicking the tires on trades of Luis Robert Jr. and Garrett Crochet, following media reports that the South Siders are open for business with ALL players? This and much more in the episode!

Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski are joined by the newest Sox On 35th contributor Brett Haffner to talk about the latest in White Sox baseball. With the White Sox playing better baseball recently, is there anything we can learn? And while Michael Kopech has looked good out of the bullpen, does his role need to be better defined? The crew also discusses a favorite topic on White Sox social media: the first month on the job for new broadcaster John Schriffen. Is the criticism warranted? This and much more on the latest episode!

Michael Suareo recaps the first month of the minor league season in the second episode of Pipeline to 35th. The MiLB managing editor talks about recent promotions, performances from top prospects, and names to watch in the Arizona Complex League. He also welcomes Elijah Evans of Future Sox to discuss the impressive talent on the Double-A Birmingham Barons roster. 

Instead of talking about the White Sox this week, Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski are joined by Ken Smoller, author of Last Comiskey and owner of the blog "Stadium Vagabond." Ken starts by discussing the process that led him to write Last Comiskey, his role in the documentary, and his favorite memories at Comiskey Park that turned him into the stadium expert that he is today. He also talks about his thoughts on the White Sox's latest stadium proposal in the South Loop and even teases his next book idea! Most importantly, he shares a ton of great facts about Comiskey Park, Guaranteed Rate Field, and his favorite stadiums around the world. You can find more on Ken, Last Comiskey, and even order your copy of the book at www.stadiumvagabond.com.

On the exciting 50th episode of our Sox On 35th Podcast, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur welcome Nick Nastrini to the South Side after Sunday's reports. What should we expect out of him as fans, and who might we see less of in the rotation as a result of this promotion? Later, Duke and Jordan get in a heated discussion about who is to blame for the team's horrific 2-13 start, and close by debating who should get the majority of the playing time left vacant by Yoan Moncada's injury.

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are back for the first of our weekly episodes for the 2024 season. They recap the first nine games of the season, discuss some standout players and some hopeful bounce backs, and decide if there is any hope for making this offense watchable. To end the episode, they each draft five players from the 40-man roster to build their mini-team to follow throughout the season. Whoever drafts the best team after the season is over wins! Make sure to listen to who they'll each be rooting for.

Sox on 35th MiLB editor Michael Suareo kicks off the inaugural episode of Pipeline to 35th, our new monthly minor-league podcast. Michael previews each of the White Sox's four affiliates and provides you with key names to watch throughout the 2024 season. Follow Pipeline to 35th on X and Instagram @PipelineTo35th. 

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined by From The 108's Beefloaf (@MrDelicious13) on the latest episode! The crew start by recapping the 2024 #108Tourney and building a team of White Sox personalities they feel could win more games than the 2024 White Sox. Later, the entire crew previews the upcoming season, picks their MVPs and Cy Youngs, and leave you with some bold predictions to get you ready for Opening Day!

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur bring you closer to Opening Day 2024 by reviewing some key roster decisions that were made recently. How do you feel about the decision to move Garrett Crochet to the rotation as the Opening Day starter? Does it make sense that the team moved Michael Kopech to the bullpen long-term? Plus, the crew discusses how these above decisions may have paved the way perfectly for Nick Nastrini to join the rotation to start the season. Is there any reason he shouldn't? The crew discusses this and more with less than a week until Opening Day!

In a not-so-surprising move, the White Sox dealt Dylan Cease to the Padres on Wednesday. Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur give their reactions to the move and share their differing opinions on just how good - or underwhelming - the return was for Cease.

Duke Coughlin and Jordan Lazowski are joined by MiLB Managing Editor Michael Suareo as Spring Training is fully underway. Are you buying Eloy Jimenez's hot streak to start the Spring? Plus, the crew proposes a creative solution to the problem of trying to make Garrett Crochet a starter. Later, Michael gives a rundown of his work in creating Sox On 35th's Prospect Week, including more details on how he created his list and who he thinks you should keep an eye on in 2024.

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined by MLB.com White Sox beat writer Scott Merkin as Spring Training gets underway. He provides some updates on players he's hearing a lot about in Arizona, clarifies the "culture shift" for the White Sox and how things are different this year, and even throws a classic Ozzie Guillen story in there for the longtime White Sox fans. Plus, what does Merkin think White Sox fans should look forward to in 2024? This and much more on our latest episode!  

Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined by current White Sox first baseman and right fielder Gavin Sheets. From his college days at Wake Forest to hitting home runs in front of friends and family in Baltimore, Sheets talks about the highlights of his career to date. What was it like to make the playoffs during his first season in 2021?  How was the transition from first base to the outfield? What adjustments has Sheets been making to his swing ahead of the season? All of this and much more in our conversation.  ----more---- Note: This episode was originally recorded on February 5, 2024.