Futuresox Podcast

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Kevin Dziepak of 670 the Score and the Mully & Haugh Show to pick his brain following Major League Baseball's trade deadline. The White Sox were linked to several starting pitchers, including Lance Lynn, Mike Clevinger and Brandon Woodruff. What went behind the organization's decision to stand pat? Later, the trio attempt to explore what's ahead for the White Sox in 2020 and beyond. What will be the plan of attack this offseason? Are Reynaldo Lopez and Carlos Rodon legitimate rotation options moving forward? How does Dane Dunning fit into all of this? Kevin also details the value he believes Michael Kopech can provide to the Sox in 2021.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin welcomes South Side Hit Pen White Sox beat writer Janice Scurio to the podcast. Janice was present at Guaranteed Rate Field during Lucas Giolito's no-hitter and the stadium's power surge. Later, the two discuss the importance of baseball's platform as the conversation surrounding social justice continues. Danny Mendick, meanwhile, is earning his spot at the big league level. Yolmer Sanchez was recently added on a minor league deal as well. What does that mean for Nick Madrigal this year?  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 Double-A Birmingham coach Devin DeYoung to the FutureSox podcast to discuss his role within the organization. He shared how intently he and the White Sox are working with biomechanics as a means of player development.  DeYoung spent 2019 with the Boston Red Sox before returning to Chicago. Prior to his opportunity in the affiliated scene, DeYoung began his professional career in independent baseball. He provided perspective on the industry's outlook moving forward.  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 welcome WGN Radio's Joe Brand to the FutureSox podcast to discuss the latest White Sox trends. Luis Robert is adjusting to life in Major League Baseball with ease and Joe gives his thoughts on a player with very few physical limitations. Later, the group discusses the impact of Carlos Rodon and Jimmy Lambert's injuries, as well as the plan for Dane Dunning moving forward. Was the decision to call up Nick Madrigal purely based on service time manipulation? The show concludes with a focus on the future of Minor League Baseball as a result of MLB's plan to influence the product moving forward. Joe Brand is a co-host of the "Baseball From Home" podcast, which is part of the "House of L" network. He also is the play-by-play voice of the Kane County Cougars, class "A" affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: h

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcome Sox on 35th Editor-in-Chief Jordan Lazowski to the podcast to discuss the latest Chicago White Sox storylines.   Jordan details how the website has grown over the last three years while also providing insight on its internal operation.  As for the White Sox, several prospects have made their debut in the 2020 season. Luis Robert is already making an impact, Codi Heuer impresses out of the pen early and the depth of the team's 60-man player pool includes several young options including Nick Madrigal and Dane Dunning. Also, Jimmy Lambert, rated as the No. 16 prospect in the system by FutureSox, experienced a forearm strain after working his way back from Tommy John surgery.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Clinton Cole had a conversation with Chicago White Sox first baseman Andrew Vaughn just a week prior to the start of the 2020 MLB season. Vaughn shared what it's like playing with his big league teammates, how he spent his time during quarantine as well as his favorite baseball memory to this point in his career.  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 welcome new radio play-by-play voice of the Chicago White Sox Andy Masur to the podcast. Andy shared what it means to take over for the late Ed Farmer and how he remembered him as a colleague. With the 60-game MLB season vastly approaching, Andy breaks down how the White Sox stack up against the pack. He offers his perspective on Dane Dunning, Jimmy Lambert, Luis Robert, Andrew Vaughn, Dylan Cease and several others. Andy also talks about the challenges he may face in the radio booth due to COVID-19 related guidelines established by the league.  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 welcome senior writer Dan Szymborski of FanGraphs to the show for his takes on the upcoming 60-game MLB regular season. Dan recently wrote about particular records that could be broken as a result of the shortened year. He also named several breakout candidates for 2020, which includes a White Sox slugger. Later, the conversation shifts to a focus on the best way for the Sox to handle its pitching staff, whether Nomar Mazara will finally fulfill Dan's projections, as well as what the organization has in prospects like Luis Robert, Nick Madrigal, Andrew Vaughn and Garrett Crochet.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Connor McKnight, formerly of WLS 890AM & WSCR 670 the Score in Chicago, was kind enough to speak with Mike Rankin and James Fox about a plethora of topics surrounding baseball in 2020. Connor shares his perspective of the negotiations between Major League Baseball owners and the MLB Players Association. He later dives into his expectations surrounding the White Sox and they way they're set up for a 60-game regular season. Later, the group discusses several issues as it pertains to Minor League Baseball as a whole.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

2020 Chicago White Sox No. 11 overall pick Garrett Crochet joined Mike Rankin and James Fox to discuss his process throughout draft season. Crochet detailed how his mentality and work ethic evolved as he progressed through the University of Tennessee. He also shared his workout schedule leading up to Major League Baseball's 60-game season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Senior Editor of Baseball America, Josh Norris, joined Mike Rankin and James Fox on the FutureSox Podcast to talk Chicago White Sox farm system. Where do Garrett Crochet and Jared Kelley rankin the Sox top-30? How does an expanded Arizona Fall League sound? What does the organization have in Bryce Bush, Luis Mieses, Bryan Ramos, DJ Gladney, Benyamin Bailey, Anderson Comas and Victor Torres, among others? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chicago White Sox 2nd round draft pick Jared Kelley joined the FutureSox podcast to discuss his experience getting drafted by the organization. The 18-year-old right handed pitcher shared perspective on his time in high school, how he feels about the effectiveness of his pitches, where he stands at this point in his career as well as the relationships he's making early on with 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 welcome national scout Brian Sakowski of Perfect Game to the podcast to discuss the White Sox 2020 MLB Draft selections, as well as the rest of the AL Central. Brian provides his thoughts on the Sox strategy and details what the organization has in Jared Kelley and Garrett Crochet. Later, Brian shares his philosophy as a scout when evaluating players out on assignment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mike Rankin, James Fox and Sean Williams break down the Chicago White Sox five round 2020 Major League Baseball Amateur Draft. The guys share their excitement and optimism over second round pick Jared Kelley, who was often described as a top-20 prospect in the class. They follow the conversation with an explanation of Garrett Crochet's value following his selection at No. 11 overall. Later, the trio provides an evaluation of the remaining three picks: RHP/SS Adisyn Coffey, RHP Kade Mechals and LHP Bailey Horn.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Clinton Cole caught up with White Sox right-hander Tyler Johnson, who worked his way back from injury last year and totaled just over 31 innings before participating in the Arizona Fall League. Gavin Sheets also joined the show, as the left-handed slugger was ticketed for Triple-A for the first time in his career prior to the season's shutdown.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

National prospect writer Emily Waldon of The Athletic and Baseball America joined Mike Rankin and James Fox ahead of the 2020 MLB Draft. Emily covers the Detroit Tigers Minor League affiliates and previewed what the White Sox division rivals have in top prospect Tarik Skubal, as well as what their draft strategy will be on June 10-11. Waldon also led an initiative to help MiLB players who were affected by COVID-19 by providing them work opportunities through her network. The trio also discusses what a unionized Minor League scene would look like and how it would impact Major League Baseball as a whole.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jeff Ellis is immersed in the 2020 Major League Baseball Amateur Draft and we were thrilled to get his insight on the most unique format we've ever experienced. Mike Rankin and James Fox pepper Jeff with draft questions that impact teams in the American League Central, as well as the Indians specifically. Later, we break down prospects who may fall to the White Sox at pick No. 11 and try to anticipate how the organization will play the five round draft.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Clinton Cole welcomes two hard-throwing White Sox right-handed prospects, Zack Burdi and Will Kincanon. Burdi is looking to make an impact after a healthy offseason, while Kincanon is ready to take the next step after a career year in 2019.  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 welcome Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball and Division I Baseball to the podcast to preview the 2020 Major League Baseball Draft. Burke provides insight on several prospects who may fall to the White Sox, including Louisville RHP Reid Detmers and Mt. Carmel High School shortstop Ed Howard. Throughout his time as a scout, Burke managed to evaluate White Sox farmhands such as Andrew Vaughn, Bryce Bush, DJ Gladney and Matthew Thompson in the recent past.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Clinton Cole spoke with outfielders Blake Rutherford and Micker Adolfo to catch up on how their routines are holding up as they await word on the 2020 Major League Baseball season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy