This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.

Rundown

• [Intro] The Chicago White Sox series against Tampa Bay is highlighted by the two promotions: Noah Schultz and Sam Antonacci. Hear from White Sox GM Chris Getz, manager Will Venable, Schultz, and Antonacci.
• [7:57] With a 6-13 record, White Sox fans are upset about how the team has started 2026. Is the front office aware that White Sox fans are losing patience?
• [14:15] Reviewing Noah Schultz's MLB debut. What adjustments he made midgame, and hoping to see from him this weekend against the Athletics.
• [20:23] Reviewing Sam Antonacci's MLB debut. Why the promotion now? How will outfield playing time work out?
• [29:32] James wrote about Miguel Vargas improving his bat speed, and he hit a home run on Thursday. Is an offensive surge incoming for Vargas?
• [35:07] Is Munetaka Murakami stressing over the lack of base hits? What's the plan to help Luisangel Acuna be more productive offensively?

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Rundown

• [Intro] Audio from Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable, shortstop Colson Montgomery, and infielder Tanner Murray recapping the weekend in Kansas City
• [4:51] Hello, Noah Schultz: With the big promotion, what should White Sox fans expect to see from Schultz?
• [20:49] Recapping the weekend in Kansas City, and the pitching staff deserves big props for bouncing back in their last 10 games. Why does this give Josh hope that the White Sox could make a run towards .500 ball? Also, why is Jim cautious, given the type of pitchers who are getting these results?
• [33:19] The White Sox offense is bad. No other way to describe it. So what's the biggest issue? And can someone like Sam Antonacci help?
• [44:35] Around MLB: It's a stacked American League as the Minnesota Twins and Houston Astros are off to surprising starts.

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Rundown

• [Intro] Audio from Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable, who explains the team's thought process of demoting Shane Smith. What he needs to work on in AAA, and the upcoming mental challenge he needs to overcome.
• [4:30] James Fegan and Jim Margalus join the show to discuss Smith being optioned. What is the timeline for Smith to work on his mechanics? How will the White Sox handle Smith's spot in the rotation?
• [13:26] Recap of the Baltimore Orioles series that saw the White Sox hitters continue to struggle with in-zone contact against fastballs. With the team starting 4-8, is there a concern that this team won't reach double-digit wins by May 1?
• [27:00] Series Preview: Kansas City Royals. Why is Kauffman Stadium a house of horrors for the White Sox? Can they finally snap the 14-game losing streak in Kansas City?
• [36:55] Around MLB: Old Friend Reynaldo Lopez punches Jorge Soler with a baseball.

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Rundown

• [Intro] Chicago White Sox pull off an impressive sweep against the Toronto Blue Jays. Audio from Davis Martin and Colson Montgomery, as both spoke about the bad start but now things are starting to settle in.
• [6:35] James Fegan joins the show to talk about the Grant Taylor opener strategy, if Miguel Vargas is living up to his prospect hype, the adjustments Edgar Quero is making, and Ozzie Guillen getting his number retired.
• [27:26] Baltimore series preview
• [29:12] Jim Margalus joins the show to share his reports watching the Charlotte Knights and Winston-Salem Dash. Why he also feels indifferent about Guillen's retirement announcement.

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• [Intro] 1-5 Start: Len Kasper and Darrin Jackson on the radio mentioned that every team has a six-game span like this during a 162-game season. But when it feels way worse when a team starts a season like this. Do you imagine any panic within the White Sox clubhouse after this opening road trip?
• [5:54] Run Prevention Issues: White Sox have allowed the most runs in MLB (52; TB second at 38 runs) and staff ERA is 8.63. What are the issues White Sox are having in preventing runs?
• [10:23] Shane Smith: He’s not looking himself and the fastball command is problematic. His next start is at home against Baltimore. If Smith struggles again, is his spot in the rotation at risk?
• [22:37] Offensive Issues: Despite being in the Top 3 of team home runs, the White Sox are batting .192/.266/.342 (.608 OPS). Is it possible coming home, utilizing Trajekt and other resources at Rate Field, can help get the hitters to be more consistent?
• [27:21] Series Preview: Toronto Blue Jays
• [31:09] It will only be 9 games in, but if the White Sox after this series are 2-7 or 1-8, are the visions of a 70 or more win season dashed? Would we need to recalibrate what 2026 is supposed to be for the White Sox?
• [39:48] Around MLB: Draft Bonus Pool announced and how are our fantasy baseball teams are faring.

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Rundown

• [Intro] Audio from Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable and shortstop Colson Montgomery reacting to being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers
• [6:30] James Fegan joins the show after spending the weekend in Milwaukee. He shares his insights from the White Sox clubhouse, including the early issues they are acknowledging that need to be addressed.
• [28:18] Series Preview: Miami Marlins
• [30:27] Paul Janish shares the development plans for Sam Antonacci, Hagen Smith, Noah Schultz, Tanner McDougal, and Billy Carlson.
• [37:39] Jim Margalus will be watching the Charlotte Knights up close as they visit Nashville this week. But he also shares his thoughts on the opening weekend. How bad is the outfield situation, and do the White Sox need Kyle Teel more than they thought?

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Rundown

• [Intro] The relationship between the White Sox and Frank Thomas is so strained that a new lawsuit has been filed by the Hall of Famer. This time, it's using his likeness without permission for the new City Connect jerseys. Why this new episode is sad, and a hope for cooler heads comes sooner than later.
• [11:06] Special guest prediction picker is Mike Ferrin of MLB Network Radio. He shares what is the most interesting thing about the White Sox this season, his player of the year, and how many wins the White Sox will have.
• [16:30] Josh and Jim make their predictions starting with Best Case Scenario.
• [20:52] Worst Case Scenario
• [23:39] Why Munetaka Murakami is the most interesting thing about the White Sox this season
• [28:27] Preseason Player of the Year picks
• [34:32] How many wins the Chicago White Sox will have in 2026

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Rundown

• [Intro] Chicago White Sox sign old friend Reese McGuire to a one year contract and will be moving on from Korey Lee as the primary backup catcher. Josh Nelson and Jim Margalus ponder aloud why the White Sox made this move so late during spring training.
• [10:41] 2026 Bullpen Preview: Who are the four most important relievers?
• [13:44] Seranthony Dominguez preview
• [18:30] Sean Newcomb preview
• [21:37] Jordan Hicks preview
• [27:27] Grant Taylor preview
• [33:06] Jordan Leasure preview
• [38:10] Guesses at final three relievers to make Opening Day roster
• [42:11] Over/Under: 31.5 Saves for White Sox bullpen

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