Podcast appearances and mentions of Chris Getz

Fresh off a series victory over the Cubs at home, Duke Coughlin, Jordan Lazowski, and Nik Gaur are joined by BeefLoaf of‪ the From the 108 Podcast! BeefLoaf talks about the vibes at the ballpark and in Section 108 at this point in the season, and explains why he thinks this team is so different. Which unexpected contributors have made the biggest impact early this year, and how has Chris Getz shown he's different from the last regime? The crew also gets BeefLoaf's thoughts on Davis Martin's outlook and whether or not the team should explore a trade, what long-term extensions might look like for Miguel Vargas and the rest of "the core," and what this lineup should look like the next time the North Side meets the South Side in August! Don't miss a packed episode with an incredible guest!

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Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight podcast! Jorge Castillo joins the show to discuss the loaded NL Cy Young Race between Shohei Ohtani, Paul Skenes, Jacob Misiorowski, and a 4th pitcher who might be the best of all. Buster and Jorge then break down which players on the Mets, Red Sox, and Astros could be dealt at the trade deadline, and finish by discussing what Anthony Volpe should do to keep himself on the Yankees Roster. White Sox GM Chris Getz then joins as we go inside Chicago's rebuild into an early-season playoff contender. He shares what makes the clubhouse so special and what Munetaka Murakami and Colson Montgomery are doing to power their success. Plus, will we see the Pope throw out a first pitch? We finish the show with Sarah Langs and Bleacher Tweets! 0:00 Intro 0:36 Welcome Jorge Castillo 1:23 NL Cy Young Race: Skenes, Misiorowski, Ohtani 8:04 Mason Miller for MVP? 9:31 Trade Deadline candidates 14:20 Anthony Volpe's recent comments 18:07 White Sox GM Chris Getz joins 20:00 What makes the clubhouse so special? 23:21 Munetaka Murakami has silenced doubters 26:37 Colson Montgomery is finding his groove 31:30 White Sox strategy for 1st pick in MLB draft 32:49 The Pope throwing out the first pitch? 34:55 2024 season reflection 39:25 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game 41:03 Bleacher Tweets: Brewers + Home Runs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the Baseball Tonight podcast! Jorge Castillo joins the show to discuss the loaded NL Cy Young Race between Shohei Ohtani, Paul Skenes, Jacob Misiorowski, and a 4th pitcher who might be the best of all. Buster and Jorge then break down which players on the Mets, Red Sox, and Astros could be dealt at the trade deadline, and finish by discussing what Anthony Volpe should do to keep himself on the Yankees Roster. White Sox GM Chris Getz then joins as we go inside Chicago's rebuild into an early-season playoff contender. He shares what makes the clubhouse so special and what Munetaka Murakami and Colson Montgomery are doing to power their success. Plus, will we see the Pope throw out a first pitch? We finish the show with Sarah Langs and Bleacher Tweets! 0:00 Intro 0:36 Welcome Jorge Castillo 1:23 NL Cy Young Race: Skenes, Misiorowski, Ohtani 8:04 Mason Miller for MVP? 9:31 Trade Deadline candidates 14:20 Anthony Volpe's recent comments 18:07 White Sox GM Chris Getz joins 20:00 What makes the clubhouse so special? 23:21 Munetaka Murakami has silenced doubters 26:37 Colson Montgomery is finding his groove 31:30 White Sox strategy for 1st pick in MLB draft 32:49 The Pope throwing out the first pitch? 34:55 2024 season reflection 39:25 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game 41:03 Bleacher Tweets: Brewers + Home Runs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White Sox aren't a perfectly formed team, but the lack of a solid closer at the end of games is making things worse. We also talk about absurd rumors surrounding the teams #1 Overall Draft Pick and Chris Getz's weird recent stop into the TV booth.  Video version on YouTube! Brought to you by Hayat Home Medical Equipment. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss the latest White Sox and Cubs storylines.

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It has been all about changes with the White Sox, but what is Chris Getz doing differently compared to the last front office regime? There are also changes to your ballpark experience in 2026, and we have a list of things you can expect on game day. Plus, the Mets are learning who Luis Robert Jr really is and it isn't wrong to watch it unfold from afar. Get a realistic offseason grade in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

Dan revisits the NFL Over/Under predictions he gave out at the beginning of the season, takes more calls, & goes over some confusing comments from White Sox GM Chris Getz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about hamate fractures and other deflating spring training injury announcements, Zack Wheeler’s preserved rib, Chris Getz and Luisangel Acuña, a profusion of salary cap coverage, and more, and then preview the 2026 Baltimore Orioles (38:50) with The Baltimore Banner’s Andy Kostka, and the 2026 San Diego Padres (1:27:28) with MLB.com’s AJ Cassavell. 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Gabriel-Ernest, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: The Gagnés, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Moon Hound, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Josh Busman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to hamate injuries story Link to “bird bones” wiki Link to hamate research 1 Link to hamate research 2 Link to Acuña 200% story Link to >100% wiki entry Link to Casas “dry swings” story Link to rib story Link to Castellanos post Link to Gelb on Castellanos Link to Castellanos release news Link to Craig on Castellanos Link to Stubbs milk post Link to Kimbrel photo Link to Kimbrel photo thread Link to Tong photo Link to Getz/Acuña montage Link to Getz/Acuña story Link to Sam on Getz/Acuña Link to Murakami misspelling Link to prediction markets story Link to Passan cap story Link to previous Passan cap story Link to Drellich cap story Link to previous Drellich cap story Link to Rubenstein/Epstein story Link to team payrolls page Link to Orioles offseason tracker Link to Orioles depth chart Link to team SP projections Link to team RP projections Link to team offseason spending Link to Elias quote Link to O’s catchers Link to Andy’s author archive Link to Padres offseason tracker Link to Padres depth chart Link to AJ’s last 2025 post Link to AJ’s first 2026 post Link to Padres sale story 1 Link to Padres sale story 2 Link to Padres sale story 3 Link to Manfred quote Link to team RP WAR Link to team ISO Link to ESPN farm rankings Link to BP farm rankings Link to BA on Padres prospects Link to Shildt story Link to AJ on Preller Link to AJ’s author archive Link to Stathead query 1 Link to Stathead query 2 Link to Stathead query 3 Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes opened their show by reacting to White Sox general manager Chris Getz's statement about mistakenly thinking newly acquired infielder Luisangel Acuna was a switch-hitter. After that, WGN sports anchor Jarrett Payton joined the show to reflect on the Seahawks winning the Super Bowl.

David Haugh and Ruthie Polinsky discussed the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.

Chris Getz learns that Luisangel Acuna is not a switch hitter. Major League Baseball cracks down on base coaches.. Will Venable pushes competition. We question why beer in the dugout is a bad thing in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

In the final hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes pondered whether 60-year-old Bulls head coach Billy Donovan wants to stick around for the next stage of the aimless organization's rebuild. After that, a fired-up Holmes ranted about how White Sox general manager Chris Getz mistakenly thought newly acquired infielder Luisangel Acuna was a switch-hitter. Acuna only bats from the right side.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to White Sox general manager Chris Getz's statement about mistakenly thinking newly acquired infielder Luisangel Acuna was a switch-hitter.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes shared the latest update following a White Sox gaffe.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris reacted to White Sox general manager Chris Getz's gaffe regarding whether one of his players is a switch-hitter.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris opened their show by examining how newly signed third baseman Alex Bregman is already making an impact in the Cubs' clubhouse. After that, they discussed expectations for Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga this season. Later, they reacted to White Sox general manager Chris Getz's gaffe regarding whether one of his players is a switch-hitter.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to White Sox general manager Chris Getz's recent gaffe in thinking that newly acquired infielder Luisangel Acuna is a switch-hitter. Acuna only bats from the right side. The mistake had Holmes really fired up.

As pitchers and catchers report an old friend rfeturns to the rotation. Erick Fedde signs for one year and Chris Getz is hoping for the 177 innings and effective pitching Fedde provided in 2024. Can the White Sox get him back on track after a rough 2025? We look at early roster predictions and tell you what will signify a good Spring in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

The White Sox have been active this offseason heading into 2026, but how would fans grade Chris Getz?

Jack and Jeremy are fresh off SoxFest Live - the Chicago White Sox fan fest to bring you all the exciting details! The guys are joined by friend of show Chris at the Ramova Theater in Bridgeport to take in the festivities, trying to learn the ropes of this unconventional "fan fest" and attempt to eek out some autographs in the process. The guys have a long overdue conversation with Len Kasper, almost fall asleep during the Chris Getz segment, and roast Omogrosso! Plus, Jeremy talks a big game when attempting to get Shane Smith's autograph and Jack gets lost in the shuffle trying to get to Miguel Vargas. Tune in for all the antics!

Hey Sox fans! Welcome back to the program. SoxFest wrapped up, Luis Robert Jr. is long one, Chris Getz & Co. keep checking boxes and the 2026 promo schedule has dropped. There's excitement on our end for what's the come and the White Sox are leaning into the youth movement. Thank you for the continued support. Go Sox. #WhiteSox

The Hahn era is officially over, as the Chicago White Sox have traded Luis Robert Jr to the New York Mets for INF Luisangel Acuna and RHP Truman Pauley. RAE's Juke Joint Sports Network will join the crew to discuss the Robert deal, Murakami signing, and Roch Cholowsky pick with Overslot article on it. Don't miss Ozzie Guillen Jr breaking down what was disscussed between Chris Getz and Ozzie Guillen along with the financies of the front office.

Chris Getz spent some of that Luis Robert Jr money right away by bringing in free agent bullpen arm Seranthony Domínguez. Is the presumed closer for the White Sox the best option? The answer may surprise you. While starting pitching in their price range remains deep, the White Sox may have one logical free agent outfield option left. Hear who they should be going after right now in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

Luisangel Acuna (and Truman Pauley) come over from the Mets for Luis Robert Jr. The main story is about a player who never became what was promised being dealt for a prospect with his own promise. The other story tells you a deeper story about the White Sox Front Office and what Chris Getz had to do in order to complete his offseason. Will he stick the landing? Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

The long-anticipated Luis Robert Jr. trade has finally happened, and we're here to break down what it means for your 2026 Chicago White Sox. In this emergency podcast, Duke Coughlin and Nik Gaur react to the White Sox trading Luis Robert to the New York Mets, closing the book on the last major piece of the previous front office era. The guys discuss why the return feels underwhelming to many fans and whether Chris Getz realistically could've done better - or if he should have just kept him instead. The conversation then shifts to incoming prospects Luisangel Acuña and Truman Pauley. The two focus largely on Acuña, due to his expected prominent role with the 2026 club. Despite his defensive versatility, speed, and winter-league performance, Duke and Nik have differing opinions on just how good of a prospect Acuña is and just how much long-term value he will provide to the team. Where do you fall in this debate?   Finally, the duo looks ahead: what the $20M in payroll flexibility actually means, why the outfield remains a glaring need, and how the White Sox should approach the rest of the offseason. The episode closes with a reflective send-off for Luis Robert, revisiting favorite moments and acknowledging what could have been.

Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox field reporter Connor McKnight to break down one of the biggest moves of the offseason, Luis Robert Jr. being dealt to the New York Mets and what it means for the organization moving forward. The duo also digs into Chris Getz's role in reshaping the roster and the return headlined by Luisangel Acuña. From there, the conversation turns to the ripple effects of the trade, expectations for Robert in 2026, how the White Sox might deploy their new financial flexibility, and where the front office could look to invest as the next phase of the rebuild takes shape.

A recent ESPN article says that the White Sox have nothing left to do this offseason. We disagree. Hear what still needs to happen for Chris Getz to hold his head high come March and why there is still time to truly improve this team before the start of the season. Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

Jeff Colt is back, calling in from Carbondale with a mission to help rehabilitate the name “Jeff” one mountain town conversation at a time. We start with winter training reality in ski country, how to keep momentum when the days are short, the “subsistence” weeks that quietly save your season, and the eternal debate of pants, tights, and looking cool versus staying warm. From there it turns into a bigger conversation about identity, planning, uncertainty, and why the simplest answer sometimes is “we just have Jeff,” so we might as well make it a good one.Then we head straight into the good stuff, the White Mountains and the Mahoosuc Traverse, where “running” becomes scrambling, crawling, and three points of contact through the Mahoosuc Notch. Jeff breaks down the history and the legends (including Chris Getz and the steak stop), why style matters as much as speed in FKTs, and how different eras and ethics shape what we celebrate. We close with one of the most fun tangents of the whole Month of Jeff, what it is really like working in the AMC huts, from responsibility in dangerous weather to full-on blanket-folding skits, including Harry Potter and Frozen, all in service of three sacred rules: fold the blankets, pack out the trash, and tip the hut crew.Support our Sponsors: Janji (code: Freeoutside): https://snp.link/a0bfb726CS Coffee: CSinstant.coffeeGarage Grown Gear: https://snp.link/db1ba8abChapters00:00 The Jeff Identity Crisis06:19 Winter Training in Mountain Towns09:18 Exploring the Mahusik Range12:37 The Legacy of Chris Getz15:27 Navigating the Mahusik Notch18:29 Style and FKT Philosophy22:00 The Challenge of Self-Supported FKTs24:56 Planning and Uncertainty in Adventure27:57 The Evolution of Trail Running Style42:22 Exploring Style in Trail Running44:16 The Debate on Supported vs. Unsupported47:43 The Evolution of Trail Running50:54 Killian Jornet: The Pinnacle of Trail Running54:43 Authenticity in Trail Running58:30 The Role of Creativity in Trail Running01:03:31 Life Lessons from Working in the HutsSubscribe to Substack: http://freeoutside.substack.comSupport this content on patreon: HTTP://patreon.com/freeoutsideBuy my book "Free Outside" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/39LpoSFEmail me to buy a signed copy of my book, "Free Outside" at jeff@freeoutside.comWatch the movie about setting the record on the Colorado Trail: https://tubitv.com/movies/100019916/free-outsideWebsite: www.Freeoutside.comInstagram: thefreeoutsidefacebook: www.facebook.com/freeoutside

On a jam-packed episode, Chuck Garfien brings you inside one of the White Sox's biggest offseason moves. He opens with GM Chris Getz, who takes us behind the scenes of the signing of Murakami, what he brings to the lineup and the fan base, the potential international impact, and why the Sox are confident they can help him adjust to the majors and take his hitting to another level. Then it's Murakami himself, explaining why he chose the White Sox, the type of hitter he wants to become in Major League Baseball, and offering his own scouting report on fellow Japanese import Anthony Kay, who also joined the Sox this offseason.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, White Sox general manager Chris Getz joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the organization landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft and to outline the club's plan moving forward; former Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share why he's so confident in the organization's direction; and sports business expert Marc Ganis joined Mully & Haugh to discuss the frustrated Bears' exploration of northwest Indiana as a potential site for a new stadium.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, White Sox general manager Chris Getz joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the organization landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft and to outline the club's plan moving forward; former Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share why he's so confident in the organization's direction; and sports business expert Marc Ganis joined Mully & Haugh to discuss the frustrated Bears' exploration of northwest Indiana as a potential site for a new stadium.

In Interviews of the Week on 670 The Score, White Sox general manager Chris Getz joined the Mully & Haugh Show to discuss the organization landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft and to outline the club's plan moving forward; former Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz joined the Spiegel & Holmes Show to share why he's so confident in the organization's direction; and sports business expert Marc Ganis joined Mully & Haugh to discuss the frustrated Bears' exploration of northwest Indiana as a potential site for a new stadium.

In the Best of Mully & Haugh this week, Chicago Sports Network analyst Clay Harbor joined the show to preview the Bears-Packers showdown Saturday evening at Soldier Field; White Sox general manager Chris Getz joined the show to discuss the organization landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft; and Mike Mulligan and David Haugh debated whether Bears quarterback Caleb Williams or Packers quarterback Jordan Love will be better over the next five years.

If you could ask for one thing for Christmas, what White Sox move would it be? We shoot for the moon with an idea that isn't as crazy as most would think. Plus, Chris Getz adds to his front office again! Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by White Sox general manager Chris Getz to discuss the club landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft and to detail the organization's plan as its rebuild continues.

In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by White Sox general manager Chris Getz to discuss club landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft and to detail the organization's plan as its rebuild continues. Later, Mully and Haugh discussed the Bears drawing praise nationally for their hiring of head coach Ben Johnson as he has led a turnaround in his first season in Chicago.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh looked ahead to the Bears-Packers showdown Saturday at Soldier Field and welcomed on White Sox general manager Chris Getz to discuss the club landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.

On the final day of the Winter Meetings, Chuck Garfien closes things out with a loaded lineup of conversations. He starts with White Sox GM Chris Getz, diving into the outfielder market and how the Sox are approaching it. Chuck then chats with MLB.com draft expert Jonathan Mayo for an early read on the 2026 draft class. MassLive.com's Sean McAdam stops by to give the latest on the Red Sox's interest in White Sox catcher Kyle Teel. And wrapping things up, Chuck checks in with agent Scott Boras to get his perspective on Luis Robert Jr.'s 2026 outlook.

The White Sox just landed the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft — and our crew is here to break down everything it means for the future of the franchise. In this episode, Duke, Jordan, Nik, and Michael react to the White Sox winning the 2026 MLB Draft lottery, discuss why Roch Cholowsky is viewed as a true “slam-dunk” top pick, and compare him to past elite prospects. They also dive deep into the Rule 5 Draft, what upside plays like Jedixson Paez and Alexander Alberto bring to the organization, and how losing Peyton Pallette to Cleveland could impact the pitching pipeline. From Winter Meetings fallout to free-agent rumors and moves involving Anthony Kay, Dustin May, Pete Fairbanks, and Rhys Hoskins, the guys cover every major storyline shaping the Sox offseason. With so many one-run losses in 2024 and big decisions ahead, what moves actually make sense for 2025, and which ones signal a real turning point for the rebuild?   Topics Covered: - Reaction to the White Sox landing the No. 1 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft - Why Roch Cholowsky is considered a generational college bat - Full breakdown of the Rule 5 Draft and what Paez/Alberto could become - The loss of Peyton Pallette: how big is it? - Winter Meetings takeaways and Chris Getz's roster strategy - Free-agent rumors/moves: Anthony Kay, Dustin May, Pete Fairbanks - What kind of signings actually help accelerate the rebuild? Don't miss out as we approach Episode 100! Visit SoxOn35th.com for White Sox news, analysis, commentary, and more! Subscribe to Sox On 35th: https://www.youtube.com/@soxon35th   Follow Sox On 35th: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soxon35th/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoxOn35th Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoxOn35th TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@tokson35th

The White Sox win the Draft Lottery! Chuck Garfien reacts to the White Sox landing the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. He speaks with GM Chris Getz about how securing the top selection reshapes the organization's long-term plans. Chuck then catches up with director of scouting Mike Shirley, who breaks down what this opportunity means for their draft strategy and the type of player the Sox could target. Finally, Chuck sits down with Hall of Famer and former No. 1 overall pick Harold Baines, the White Sox's draft lottery representative, who shares his own draft experience. 

Chuck Garfien checks in from the MLB Winter Meetings in Orlando, where he's on site all week getting the inside scoop on the White Sox. He asks GM Chris Getz for the latest on Luis Robert Jr. Chuck then catches up with manager Will Venable, who shares what the young and confident Sox are telling him about their expectations for next season and how he's looking to grow following his first year at the helm. Finally, Chuck chats with '05 World Series champion and “Foul Territory” co-host A.J. Pierzynski, who gives his thoughts on why the White Sox should pursue slugger Kyle Schwarber.

On November 18th 2025 the White Sox started making a few moves. Sure, it wasn't anything too flashy. There were two pitchers protected from the Rule 5 Draft. One guy retired. And two trades were completed. We're here to tell you how Chris Getz' comments about those transactions and some current trade rumors all tie together. There is clearly more to come.  Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

In the second hour, Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed the shorthanded Bulls' 124-113 loss to the extremely undermanned Pistons on Wednesday in Detroit. After that, the guys discussed if the Cubs could pursue right-hander Dylan Cease in free agency and listened to White Sox general manager Chris Getz's recent comments on center fielder Luis Robert Jr.'s future with the organization. Later, they listened to Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby analyze Bears quarterback Caleb Williams' game.

Chris Getz spoke from the General Manager Meetings and the tune has changed when it comes to what the White Sox could do this offseason. Multi-year free agent signings are again possible, with one name already being connected to the team. Luis Robert Jr is being pursued by other clubs and the budget is "fluid." We try to figure out what that means, and why a Major League Baseball team would have a "fluid" budget in "30 Minutes of Sox!" Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes discussed if the Cubs could pursue right-hander Dylan Cease in free agency and listened to White Sox general manager Chris Getz's recent comments on center fielder Luis Robert Jr.'s future with the organization.

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Tribune reporter Brad Biggs, who shared an update on the Bears' health ahead of their game against the Vikings on Sunday. He also discussed whether the Bears, who are in a first-place tie in the NFC North, can handle and build on success better than they have in years past. Later, Mully and Haugh reacted to what super-agent Scott Boras and White Sox general manager Chris Getz had to say at the GM Meetings in Las Vegas.

We dive into some great listener mail and avoid an international incident all while asking what the most patient White Sox fan wants to see this offseason. One thing is for certain, the lie about how rebuilds should work has been long-exposed. Now it is up to Chris Getz and company to make moves this year that will prevent problems in 2027. Video version now available on YouTube! Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at a basement bar on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a podcast "For Fans, By Fans!" Listen. Subscribe. Share. The $1000 Guest Bounty brought to you by Cork & Kerry At The Park gives you a chance to win $1000. SUBSCRIBE NOW​ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, everywhere podcasts can be found and always at SoxInTheBasement.com!