Futuresox Podcast

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Sox Machine editor-in-chief Jim Margalus on the show to provide an update on the Advanced-A affiliate of the Chicago White Sox following his trip to Bowling Green. Margalus offered in-depth perspective on top prospects Bryan Ramos, Oscar Colas and other standouts of the Winston-Salem Dash. Later, the group discussed organizational strength as it pertains to the pitching staff. Before that, Mike and James shared an updated and impromptu top-10 prospect list that included players such as Lenyn Sosa and Ramos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on MLB Draft expert Carlos Collazo of Baseball America to discuss all the pressing news related to top high school and college baseball prospects. As the MLB Draft approaches on July 17, Collazo shares who the standouts of the class may be and how the Chicago White Sox stand at pick No. 26. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox were joined by longtime sports journalist Mark Gonzales, formerly of the Chicago Tribune and Daily Herald, to provide one-of-a-kind perspective on the White Sox leadership structure, draft strategy and much more. Mark also shared stories of his past as a journalist, which included seasons covering a young Barry Bonds. Before Gonzales joined the show, James described what to follow now that the Arizona Complex League and Dominican Summer League are underway, as well as information on right-handed starter Norge Vera, some former White Sox that are now in the big leagues and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Josh Nelson of Sox Machine to discuss the state of the underperforming Chicago White Sox as the calendar flips to June. Dallas Keuchel was designated for assignment, Eloy Jimenez left his first rehab appearance early with right leg tightness, Tim Anderson suffered what looked to be a significant groin injury and the big league lineup just flat out can't hit. The guys discuss what's next and how the organization can get themselves on the right path. Later, Mike, James and Josh explain the reasons behind Colson Montgomery's early success, the future of Oscar Colas and Yoelqui Cespedes, as well as a Major League Baseball Amateur Draft preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on 'Just Baseball Podcast' host and Triple-A broadcaster of the Indianapolis Indians Jack McMullen to detail his opinion of the Charlotte Knights, White Sox prospects, as well as rule changes like the automated strike zone and pitch clock. Later, McMullen adds perspective on White Sox starter Davis Martin and explains why Martin may be a big leaguer that sticks. Before the interview, Mike and James touched on the Sox' decision to dismiss Wes Helms from his position as Knights manager. They also broke down Baseball America's latest White Sox top 30 prospect list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Phil Selig of CubaDugout.com to provide one-of-a-kind perspective on the White Sox involvement in the international market. Phil describes Yoan Moncada's unique trek to Major League Baseball, as well as the value of players such as Oscar Colas, Norge Vera, Yoelqui Cespedes, Yolbert Sanchez and others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Chicago White Sox hitting coordinator Andy Barkett to provide perspective on the organization's hitting philosophy. Barkett joined the White Sox early in 2021 and has worked closely with assistant general manager Chris Getz in an effort to maximize value within the organization. Before that, Mike and James couldn't help but discuss Carlos Rodon's 2022 impact, as well as pressing news from around the White Sox farm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Flying solo, Mike Rankin welcomed on Birmingham Barons play-by-play broadcaster Curt Bloom of the double-A affiliated Chicago White Sox. Bloom provided perspective on players he watched develop across his time in Birmingham, including: Yolbert Sanchez, Yoelqui Cespedes, Yoelvin Silven, Jason Bilous and more. Bloom also detailed the value Birmingham manager Justin Jirschele provides to the White Sox. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Ben Spanier of Baseball Prospectus to provide in-person perspective on a number of Chicago White Sox prospects playing in low-A Kannapolis and high-A Winston-Salem. Before that, Rankin reacted to clips from an interview courtesy of FutureSox' Charlotte Knights correspondent Jeff Cohen and the Dash. Winston-Salem manager Lorenzo Bundy answered questions about White Sox prospects Bryan Ramos, Andrew Dalquist, Matt Thompson and Oscar Colas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Jim Callis, senior writer at MLB Pipeline, to highlight the strengths of the Chicago White Sox organization. Callis discussed MLB.com's top 30 White Sox prospect list and provided unique insight about top prospect Colson Montgomery. Callis also evaluated the state of the White Sox' pitching depth within the farm system. Listen as the group discusses updates on: Oscar Colas, Jared Kelley, Jose Rodriguez, Yoelqui Cespedes and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox celebrate the beginning of the 2022 MiLB season by recapping the changes made throughout the White Sox organization. They also highlight standout performances from several prospects across the opening week. Later, Rankin and Fox detail FutureSox’s 2022 preseason top 30 prospect list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on former Houston Astros executive and current national writer for FanGraphs Kevin Goldstein to discuss all that is wrong in negotiations between MLB and its players association. Goldstein also provides insight on several White Sox prospects, including Norge Vera, Yoelqui Cespedes, Colson Montgomery and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Ben Badler of Baseball America to get an in-depth breakdown of the international talent stocked away in the Chicago White Sox farm system.  Badler explains what the White Sox acquired in Oscar Colas and Erick Hernandez following the latest international signing period. He also provides nuggets on players such as Norge Vera, Wilfred Veras, Cristian Mena and Victor Quezada, among others.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Bill Mitchell of Baseball America, who has taken over coverage of the Chicago White Sox farm system. Mike and James discussed the latest White Sox' top 30 prospect list with Bill and also explored the optimism within a system that ranks at the bottom of Major League Baseball. The trio provides perspective on: Colson Montgomery, Wes Kath, Andrew Dalquist and many more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Maria Torres of The Athletic, who worked with writer Ken Rosenthal on: 'A failed system': A corrupt process exploits Dominican baseball prospects. Is an international draft really the answer? ($).  Maria shares insight regarding the scouting process of young Dominican players and the deception they face when developing as a prospect. She also details the significance of payroll across Major League Baseball's international signing pool, the leverage scouts have in the Dominican and whether or not she believes an international draft will help solve a number of pressing issues the system currently faces.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox detailed the top prospects across the Chicago White Sox farm system by position. The guys explored corner and middle infield, as well as outfield, catcher and pitcher. Later, Mike and James discussed the latest news surrounding top international prospects Oscar Colas and Erick Hernandez ahead of the upcoming international signing period.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox discuss all there is to know about the issues between the Major League Baseball Player's Association and Major League Baseball's owners as the latest collective bargaining agreement has expired.  In a media session prior to the lockout, White Sox general manager Rick Hahn shared that the club is not finished building the 2022 ballclub, so Mike and James discuss what's next for the organization.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on White Sox beat writer of The Athletic James Fegan to discuss the 2021-22 Major League Baseball offseason. Fegan details the White Sox' intrigue on RHP Norge Vera, SS Jose Rodriguez and others. He also explains the decisions behind protecting RHP Jason Bilous, LHP Bennett Sousa & LHP Anderson Severino.  Fegan also covers the future of RHP Michael Kopech, LHP Garrett Crochet, as well as the White Sox choice to not extend the qualifying offer to LHP Carlos Rodon. The group also explores whether or not the White Sox will trade OF/1B Andrew Vaughn.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox return for another edition of the FutureSox Podcast, where they discuss the Arizona Fall League and instructional league that pertains to White Sox prospects. Mike and James highlighted some success stories across the 2021 season, as well as anticipated the team's mindset as they head into another offseason following an early playoff exit. Later, the guys discuss whether or not it is practical to trade 1B/OF Andrew Vaughn this offseason.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin and James Fox returned with another FutureSox Podcast episode that covers a variety of White Sox MiLB topics, including: Jose Rodriguez's ascension in 2021, the success of Romy Gonzalez, Norge Vera's potential, expectations for young Kannapolis starting pitchers next season and much more.  Later, Mike and James welcomed on Charlotte Knights beat writer Jeff Cohen of FutureSox to provide first-hand perspective of several White Sox prospects.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy