FutureSox Podcast
Discussing the prospects and happenings relating to White Sox player development and baseball operations.
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Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
Tuesday Nov 08, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Alex Feuz, host of the Whole New Ballgame & Whole New Story Podcast, to talk about new Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol. Based out of Kansas City, Alex provided insight on the qualities of the new Sox skipper after following Grifol's tenure with the Royals. Later, Mike and James discussed significant 40-man roster decisions on the horizon, which includes a focus on second base and right field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Thursday Nov 03, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the White Sox's announcement of Pedro Grifol as the organization's manager. In an introductory press conference, Grifol and general manager Rick Hahn spoke on expectations and a new attitude surrounding the clubhouse. Mike and James listened back to a number of quotes from the aforementioned Sox representatives. Later, the show provided details about the rest of the coaching staff and who likely fills in as the new hitting coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Tuesday Nov 01, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox introduced Jeff Feyerer, a new contributor to FutureSox and Sox Machine, to discuss the latest on the Chicago White Sox's managerial search. Is Ozzie Guillen the top candidate? Later, the group shared their versions of the White Sox offseason plan. Mike, James and Jeff detailed positions of strength the organization may be able to deal from. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Tuesday Oct 25, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Ryan Johansen of johansenbaseball.com and winreality.com to discuss his time with the Chicago White Sox. Johansen worked with current hitting coordinator Andy Barkett and assistant general manager Chris Getz to help implement the information gathered through technology in player development. Later, Mike and James provided an update on the White Sox managerial search as well as reacted to the news of Sox Fest's cancellation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Tuesday Oct 18, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Chicago White Sox hitting instructor Devin DeYoung, who is assigned to develop talent in Arizona for the franchise. DeYoung shared insight on organizational hitting philosophy and how new technology is being implemented in their teachings. He also explained the value of 'Project Birmingham' and what it means for players who were challenged at the double-A level for the first time in their respective careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Tuesday Oct 11, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Herb Lawrence of CHGO Sports in Chicago. The group reacted to rumors that included managerial candidates and uncertainty toward Jose Abreu's return to the south side in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the Chicago White Sox's end-of-season press conference, which included an announcement that Tony La Russa retired as manager. That led them to discuss all that's ahead in the offseason and what to expect in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Tuesday Sep 27, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on 'Beef Loaf' of FromThe108.com to get his assessment on all that went wrong with the Chicago White Sox in 2022. The group discussed roster issues, individual player inconsistencies, front office disconnects and much more. With the White Sox failing to reach the MLB postseason for a third consecutive year, the show looks ahead to 2023 and what needs to happen in the offseason for Chicago to get back on the winning track. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Sep 20, 2022
Tuesday Sep 20, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Jim Margalus, the managing editor of Sox Machine, to discuss his experience watching the Chicago White Sox double-A affiliate in person. The group then pondered the types of results needed to consider 'Project Birmingham' a success. Later, the show looked ahead to key roster positions that will be top of mind for the Chicago White Sox in 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Tuesday Sep 13, 2022
Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Pittsburgh Pirates triple-A broadcaster and JustBaseball.com contributor Jack McMullen to talk about the future of Major and Minor League Baseball. McMullen shared his first-hand experiences watching the soon-to-be implemented rule changes coming to MLB, which include larger bases, a pitch clock and a restriction on infield shifting. Later, the group discussed the future of Minor League Baseball as the organization looks to unionize for the first time in its history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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