Sox In The Basement

Mar 12 2025 671 ep. 39 mins 94

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Chicago White Sox News, Analysis and Interviews. For Fans, By Fans, From Chicago’s South Side.

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The Battle For White Sox Infield Positions Intensifies

Mar 12 2025 31 mins

Colson Montgomery is not making the Opening Day roster. Names like Vaughn, Drury, Sosa, Maton, Bergolla, Gray, Rojas and even Miguel Vargas are all fighting for a spot in the infield. Who has the upper hand? Plus, we ask if the White Sox will meet some pretty standard offensive marks in 2025 that they could not hit last season in ”30 Minutes of Sox!” Chris Lanuti and Ed Sieber

Sox Fans Weigh In On Spring Training

Mar 08 2025 32 mins

We’re reading your takes on Spring Training thus far as a fanbase starts picking their favorites to make the team. We also ask who would be leading if results were the deciding factor in filling out the 2025 roster. The Sox Nerd features Davis Martin, who may be starting on Opening Day. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Sid

Are There Jobs To Win At White Sox Camp?

Mar 06 2025 30 mins

Early results don’t match organizational hopes this Spring Training. The plan at shortstop has back spasms. The plan at third is being outplayed by a lot of contenders for that position. Some of the younger starting pitching is begging for real consideration. The story of the Spring may be if performance will win (or lose) a job with the big club this season. Chris Lanuti and Ed

White Sox Need To Pick A Lane

Mar 01 2025 34 mins

The White Sox need to decide on an identity before deciding on their starting nine. It really matters. We chat about that issue along with a few position battles that are ongoing, and some that should be ongoing. Ed isn’t worried about the pitching early and the Sox Nerd has some fun in ”30 Minutes of Sox!” Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a

Big White Sox Decisions Before March

Feb 26 2025 29 mins

Miguel Vargas inexplicably is the White Sox everyday third baseman after his orginal organization neither felt he was an everyday player or a third baseman. Meanwhile it looks like we know who will own the White Sox after Jerry Reinsdorf, and you should be pretty excited about that. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of C

Minnesota Joe And The White Sox Way

Feb 22 2025 28 mins

The loss of a dear friend reminds one of our hosts that every fanbase carries the same angst when watching their MLB team. Meanwhile Mike Clevinger returns as Paul Janish seems to be looking for a ”White Sox Way.” Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite team - The Chicago White Sox in a

White Sox Have An Interesting Opportunity

Feb 19 2025 32 mins

The White Sox have the opportunity to spend a little money for greater prospect return from mid-season trades. Can they think outside the box? We’re also planning out our Opening Day and asking if that early season ballpark pass is worth the price. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago to discuss their favorite

White Sox Spring Stories That Matter

Feb 15 2025 28 mins

As stories start coming out of Spring Training, we look for the true players that matter to the 2025 White Sox. Hint: They aren’t the ones getting the hype. We also break down the additions of Joey Gallo and Michael A. Taylor, while asking why a perplexing front office move you may have missed occurred. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement

Meet The 2025 White Sox

Feb 12 2025 35 mins

You may not have caught every move made this offseason. It is understandable. This team was bad last year. Let’s take a look at the 2025 Chicago White Sox as Spring Training begins. Get the simple breakdown on who these guys are and what you should be watching. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on the South Side of Chicago to discuss th

The Angels Who Love The White Sox

Feb 08 2025 33 mins

Turns out one failed rebuild’s trash is the Angels’ treasure. Hear the list of former White Sox who will be in southern California this year after Yoan Moncade joined the halos. We also question Rob Manfred’s email inbox while hatching a way for Sox fans to find love in a dismal season to come. Chris Lanuti and Ed Siebert sit at his 9-foot homemade oak bar in a basement on t