FutureSox Podcast

FutureSox Podcast ft. MLB Draft scout Burke Granger: White Sox incongruities

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Midwest MLB Draft scout Burke Grander of d1baseball.com to provide a national perspective on the managerial tendencies of Tony La Russa, the significance of Carlos Rodon's departure, as well as standout prospects that may fall to the White Sox in July's upcoming Rule 4 Draft.Before that, Mike and James took time to relieve some stress regarding the major league ball club. They also discussed the promotion of top prospect Colson Montgomery to advanced-A, among other topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FutureSox Podcast ft. Jim Margalus of Sox Machine: Advanced-A White Sox update

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

FutureSox Podcast ft. Carlos Collazo of Baseball America on MLB Draft 2022

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

FutureSox Podcast ft. Mark Gonzales: Evaluating the White Sox organization

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

FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Nelson: State of the Chicago White Sox

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

FutureSox Podcast ft. Jack McMullen of the Pittsburgh Pirates & Just Baseball Pod

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

FutureSox Podcast ft. Phil Selig on White Sox international presence

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

FutureSox Podcast ft. Chicago White Sox hitting coordinator Andy Barkett

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

FutureSox Podcast ft. Curt Bloom of Chicago White Sox Double-A Birmingham Barons

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

Single-A perspective from Winston-Salem manager Lorenzo Bundy & Baseball Prospectus’ Ben Spanier

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