The White Sox Podcast w/ Chuck Garfien

Chuck Garfien is joined by White Sox pitcher Davis Martin to discuss his return from the injured list, pitching mechanics, and what it’s like competing in a pennant race. They also talk about the team’s growing hunger and what’s ahead as the White Sox push for the division. Chuck also looks into the past and how far the White Sox have come.

White Sox manager Will Venable joins Chuck Garfien to discuss Pat Murphy’s influence, Tommy Pham's addition, Sean Newcomb's impact, and the emotions of managing during a long MLB season. Venable also looks ahead to the White Sox’s historic pursuit of an AL Central title, the pressure of a pennant race, and the possibility of winning AL Manager of the Year.

Chuck Garfien sits down with Chicago Sun-Times White Sox beat reporter James Fegan to revisit their spring training predictions and assess where those takes stand as the Sox lead the AL Central. They break down why the White Sox can win the division, what could stop them, the Guardians’ past September success, Sean Newcomb’s value, Tommy Pham’s latest comments, and James’ final prediction for how the division race will play out.

Chuck Garfien is joined by Brewers manager Pat Murphy to talk about the White Sox’ new style of play, Will Venable, Walker McKinven, and the balance between “old school” baseball and analytics. Plus, Chuck breaks down Joe Ryan’s comments and looks at the additions of Tommy Pham and Jake Cave.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Mike Vasil to discuss the team’s magical season, the division race, and his road to recovery from Tommy John surgery. Vasil also reacts to quotes from his roomate and teammate Chase Meidroth, looks ahead to the White Sox Magic Wand Giveaway, and imagines what a potential division-clinching celebration could be like.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox catcher Jake Rogers to discuss his whirlwind journey from the Tigers to the Orioles, Red Sox, and White Sox all in the span of 21 days, including his friendship with Tarik Skubal and the wild trade that brought him to Chicago. Rogers also reflects on his first game with the White Sox, his recent walk-off home run against the Mets, and much more.

Chuck Garfien answers White Sox fans’ questions in another Ask Me Anything episode of the White Sox Podcast, covering Will Venable’s big-game management, the starting rotation, Chris Getz's trade deadline strategy, Jose Urquidy’s future, and the team’s chances of winning the AL Central. Chuck also shares his White Sox MVP, the player who has impressed him most, his ideal postseason rotation, and who he'd want to see again in the "White Sox" section of heaven.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox infielder Chase Meidroth to reflect on his confidence in this team a year ago and what it’s like to see the Sox in first place in 2026. Meidroth discusses his two-homer game in Boston, the team’s sweep of the Tigers, his growing leadership role, Miguel Vargas' season, his connection with Sam Antonacci, Mike Vasil’s magic, and his ultimate goal of winning a World Series and what he might do if that day comes.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Grant Taylor about being in first place, and whether playoff experience matters. He also breaks down his development as a pitcher, from his slider, sinker, and changeup to his preparation, use of data, and the step he’s taken this season. Plus, they discuss Sean Burke, closing out games, facing Tyler Stephenson, Fleetwood Fridays, Spider-Man, the Pope hat giveaway, and his dog "Ace."

Chuck Garfien sits down with 2005 World Series champion and former White Sox outfielder Scott Podsednik to go behind the scenes of the moment he broke the news to Ozzie Guillen that his No. 13 would be retired. Podsednik also reflects on what it was like playing for Ozzie and shares his thoughts on the 2026 White Sox. Then, Chuck sits down with the man of the hour and his tv "compadre," Ozzie Guillen, to discuss what it means to have his No. 13 retired and officially enshrined by the White Sox.

Chuck Garfien is joined by CHSN contributor and 670 The Score's David Haugh to react to the White Sox's busy trade deadline. They break down the additions of Luis Castillo, Brenton Doyle, Huascar Brazobán, and Joey Bart, hear from Chris Getz as he addresses the media following the trade deadline, and discuss the moves made by the division-rival Guardians and Twins.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox Director of Hitting Ryan Fuller to discuss the club's offensive turnaround and the hitting philosophy fueling its success. Fuller shares insights on Munetaka Murakami's power, how Miguel Vargas is the blueprint, Colson Montgomery's approach vs. left-handers, and #1 pick Roch Cholowsky. While also explaining how the White Sox are building a collaborative, player-first approach that's driving results from the major leagues to the farm system and much more!

Andrew Benintendi joins the White Sox Podcast to discuss the team's breakout 2026 season and how his comments during spring training foreshadowed the club's rise. He also shares his thoughts on Munetaka Murakami, the team's young core, embracing a DH role, the trade deadline, and what it would mean to help lead the White Sox back to the postseason.

Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB Network and CHSN White Sox analyst Dan Plesac to break down the White Sox's outlook ahead of the trade deadline. They discuss whether the Sox have a postseason-caliber bullpen, Sean Burke's development, the value of postseason experience on a big league roster, and the team's challenging schedule ahead. Dan also weighs in on FanGraphs' playoff projections for the White Sox and explains why he wouldn't trade places with the Dodgers.

Chuck Garfien is joined by USA Today's Bob Nightengale to dive into the White Sox trade deadline outlook, including which starting pitchers, relievers, and position players could be realistic targets as the team pushes to contend. They also discuss when the trade market will heat up, the chances of a Tarik Skubal deal, the AL Central race, and what Bob is hearing about a potential MLB lockout in 2027.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox director of amateur scouting Mike Shirley to take fans behind the scenes of the 2026 MLB Draft, from winning the draft lottery to selecting UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky with the No. 1 overall pick. Shirley explains how the White Sox arrived at their decision, where Cholowsky could play defensively, and how close he is to the majors and shares stories from the team's draft process while breaking down other standouts from the 2026 draft class.

White Sox Director of Amateur Scouting Mike Shirley opens the podcast by discussing how the organization is approaching the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, what they're looking for, and what goes into making the decision. Then, Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo to break down the latest buzz surrounding the race between Roch Cholowsky and Grady Emerson, where each could fit with the White Sox, whether Jim Thome's son, Landon Thome, could be a second-round option, and more.

Chuck Garfien sits down with Sean Burke to discuss the White Sox turnaround, his growth as a pitcher, and the confidence that's fueled his strong 2026 season. Burke reflects on his MLB debut in 2024, being sent back to the minors last season, and how the team has learned how to win at the big-league level. He also shares his thoughts on All-Star teammate Miguel Vargas, the players he believes were snubbed from the All-Star Game, and Shane Smith as he works his way back toward the majors.

Chuck Garfien is joined by MLB.com’s Anthony Castrovince to break down whether the White Sox are baseball’s biggest surprise, which team is the one to beat in the AL Central, and how the division race is shaping up as the season rolls on. They discuss the boom-or-bust nature of the trade deadline, compare this year’s White Sox-Guardians matchup to last season’s, examine the White Sox and Guardians’ young offenses, talk about the recent rise in hamate bone injuries, including José Ramírez’s and wrap up with Chuck and Anthony's predictions for this weekend’s series.

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox hitting coach Derek Shomon to revisit his bold spring training prediction of a top-10 offense, discuss whether this lineup has become the "pain in the ass" offense he envisioned, and break down the 22-run outburst against the Royals and the dramatic 9th inning back-to-back homers against the Guardians. Shoman also shares insight on Tristan Peters' season, Colson Montgomery's ceiling, Randal Grichuk's impact, and the story behind the White Sox's popular "Strokin'" shirt.