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The 720 WGN Chicago White Sox Podcast from the Voice of the Chicago White Sox, 720 WGN Radio, featuring White Sox Weekly and more.

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White Sox Weekly 01/11/20: Sox Fest is coming up!

January 12, 2020 06:03

Spring is coming sooner than you think! With pitchers and catchers reporting soon to Arizona, the White Sox and their fans are getting geared up for Sox Fest. Brooks Boyer the Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing for the team joins Mark Carman to talk about Sox Fest and what fans can expect this year.

White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito is ready for the 2020 Baseball Season!

January 05, 2020 23:47

Number 27, Chicago White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito joins Pete McMurray to talk baseball preseason, his families entertainment background, and the Washington Nationals. Listen in as Lucas spills the beans on what his personal goals for this season are as well as some pregame rituals. [audio  https://serve.castfire.com/audio/3710506/3710506_2020-01-05-231606.64kmono.mp3]

White Sox Weekly 01/04/2020: Jason Benetti on the White Sox off-season "I'd give them an A"

January 05, 2020 00:07

Mark Carman and Kevin Powell are in for this week’s edition of White Sox Weekly, the guys go over who their potential Opening Day lineups and discuss the importance of locking up top prospect Luis Robert through the prime of his career. Later Jason Benetti joins the show to discuss the White Sox off-season and […]

White Sox Weekly 01/04/2020: Jason Benetti on the White Sox off-season “I’d give them an A”

January 05, 2020 00:07

Mark Carman and Kevin Powell are in for this week’s edition of White Sox Weekly, the guys go over who their potential Opening Day lineups and discuss the importance of locking up top prospect Luis Robert through the prime of his career. Later Jason Benetti joins the show to discuss the White Sox off-season and his twitter beef with partner Steve Stone.

White Sox Weekly 12/28/19: Are the White Sox a World Series favorite?

December 29, 2019 04:12

Fresh off the news of Edwin Encarnacion coming to the White Sox, Mark Carman chats with NBC Sports Chicago’s Chuck Garfien, and The Athletic’s James Fegan about the teams offseason. Do they still need a few extra pieces? What might those be? Later Carm shares the latest numbers out of Las Vegas, where the White […]

White Sox Weekly 12/21/19: Nomar Mazara on the Sox trading for him, “Change is good!”

December 22, 2019 00:37

Mark Carman is back in the studio for White Sox Weekly following some time off to celebrate his wedding and honeymoon. Starting off the show, Carm talks to Scott Merkin of MLB.com about Gio Gonzalez joining the Sox and the recent acquisition of Nomar Mazara and what he brings to the team. Later Ed Farmer […]

White Sox Weekly 12/14/19: Hawk Harrelson on getting into the Hall Of Fame “I’m just starting to digest it.”

December 16, 2019 05:26

On today’s episode of White Sox weekly, Andy Masur sits in for Mark Carman and chats with Hawk Harrelson about getting inducted into the Hall Of Fame. Later you’ll hear some audio from Rick Hahn at the Winter Meetings earlier this week. Daryl Van Schouwen also comes on to chat about the off-season and where […]

Sox On The Beach | Ron Kittle Poolside in Cancun talking White Sox and Hawk Harrelson

December 12, 2019 22:53

Ron Kittle joins WGN’s Kevin Powell and Lauren Lapka poolside at Iberostar Selection Cancun. The 1983 AL Rookie of the Year talks about the 2020 White Sox, Hawk Harrelson getting into the Hall of Fame and his love for the resorts buffet selection.

Sox On The Beach | Harold Baines and Ozzie Guillen talk all things White Sox poolside in Cancun

December 11, 2019 20:03

On the Sox on the Beach trip with Apple Vacations, Hall of Famer Harold Baines and Ozzie Guillen sit down with WGN’s Kevin Powell and Lauren Lapka poolside at Iberostar Selection Cancun in Cancun, Mexico. Harold and Ozzie talk about the excitement building around the 2020 White Sox season, spending time with fans and MLB […]

Sox On The Beach | Dylan Cease on his first season: “I made improvements and had a good last month of the season”

December 11, 2019 19:02

On the Sox on the Beach trip with Apple Vacations, White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease sits down poolside at Iberostar Selection Cancun in Mexico with Lauren Lapka and Kevin Powell to talk about his first season, his off-season routine, and his favorite Star Wars movie!  

Sox On The Beach | James McCann on Yasmani Grandal: “It gives us flexibility and makes our team better”

December 11, 2019 18:51

On the Sox on the Beach trip with Apple Vacations, Kevin Powell and Lauren Lapka sit down with All-Star Catcher James McCann of the Chicago White Sox at Iberostar Selection Cancun in Cancun, Mexico. James gives his thoughts to Yasmani Grandal signing with the team and how it’s a possibility an old teammate of his […]

White Sox Weekly 12/07/19: Bobby Jenks shares his story and ’05 memories, Scott Merkin updates the White Sox off-season plan, and more

December 07, 2019 23:15

Kevin Powell is in for Mark Carman on White Sox Weekly. Kevin talks to former White Sox closer Bobby Jenks about his recent story in The Players Tribune, and shares some memories from the 2005 World Series season. Later, Scott Merkin of MLB.com joins Kevin Powell to discuss the White Sox off-season and more.

Former White Sox closer Bobby Jenks shares how he overcame painkiller addiction and a medical term you should be aware of

December 07, 2019 06:13

Former White Sox closer Bobby Jenks joins Brian Noonan. Jenks recently wrote an article for The Players Tribune, about his recent struggles with addiction to painkillers and why he is now sharing his story.

White Sox Weekly 11/30/19: Reflecting the top 5 moments of the season and James Fegan talks off-season.

November 30, 2019 23:19

Kevin Powell and Jordan Bernfield pinch hit for Mark Carman on his wedding weekend. Jordan and Kevin recap the list of the top 5 moments from the past season from Scott Merkin.  You’ll hear the highlights and calls from Ed Farmer, Darrin Jackson, and Andy Masur from the season. The guys also chat with James […]

White Sox Weekly 11/23/19: Yasmani Grandal and Jose Abreu sign contracts!

November 24, 2019 00:36

It was a big week for the White Sox and their fans. The signing of Yasmani Grandal and re-signing of Jose Abreu have kickstarted what could be, a busy offseason for Rick Han. You’ll hear from General Manager Rick Hahn, Jose Abreu, and hear the interview Roe Conn and Anna Davlantes had with Yasmani Grandal. […]

White Sox Weekly 11/16/19: Yolmer Sanchez discusses winning a Gold Glove

November 17, 2019 02:44

Kevin Powell and Chris Boden sit in for Mark Carman on this edition of White Sox Weekly. The guys chat with Yolmer Sanchez about his offseason, winning his first Gold Glove in the Major Leagues, and the importance of Jose Abreu returning for another year.

White Sox Weekly 11/09/19: Darrin Jackson on the offseason, Hawk Harrelson, and more…

November 09, 2019 23:35

Free agency is officially upon us and so far no movement has taken place. To preview free agency, Mark Carman talks to White Sox broadcaster Darrin Jackson. What has Darrin been up to this offseason? What are his thoughts on Hawk Harrelson on possibly being inducted into the Hall of Fame? And What’s on DJ’s wish list for the White Sox this offseason? Later Carm shares a bit of his conversation with AJ Pierzynski from last week’s show.

White Sox Weekly 11/02/19: Aj Pierzynski discusses Nationals winning World Series, getting Hawk Harrelson in the Hall Of Fame, and more…

November 02, 2019 22:33

Baseball season is officially over for the 2019 season. As the Washington Nationals celebrate their first world title, White Sox fans are hoping to see the legendary Hawk Harrelson possibly inducted into the Baseball Hall Of Fame in December. Hawk, along with Cubs play-by-play voice Pat Hughes, were among the eight finalists announced Friday for […]

White Sox Weekly 10/26/19: Mike Huff and Chris Getz

October 26, 2019 23:42

Andy Masur and Kevin Powell fill in for Mark Carman this week’s edition of White Sox Weekly. Andy and Kevin remember the 2005 World Series win as it marks almost 15 years since the White Sox beat the Astros. Mike Huff joins the guys to talk about the latest in the White Sox youth outreach program. […]

White Sox Weekly 10/19/19: New White Sox hitting coach Frank Menechino breaks down his approach

October 19, 2019 23:50

As the ALCS continues on, so does the White Sox offseason. Despite the lack of White Sox news, Mark Carman chats with new hitting coach Frank Menechino. How is his approach to hitting different than others? How did he connect with players such as Giancarlo Stanton and Christian Yelich? Frank explains and gives a little […]

White Sox Weekly 10/12/19: A new face on the coaching staff

October 12, 2019 23:49

Mark Carman discusses the recent coaching change for the White Sox and the hire of AAA Charlotte’s hitting coach Frank Menechino. You’ll hear from Menechino, General Manager Rick Hahn and White Sox Manager Rick Renteria. Later in the show, Carm talks to Vinnie Duber from NBC Sports Chicago. Vinnie previews what could be a very […]

White Sox Weekly 10/6/19: Scott Merkin, James Fegan and more!

October 07, 2019 01:51

On this episode of White Sox Weekly, Mark Carman chats with Scott Merkin of MLB.com about Tim Anderson’s breakout year, and what free agents might be on the Sox radar this off season. Continuing on, Kevin Powell talks with James Fegan of The Athletic about some of the best moments of this past season and what the Sox may look like in 2020.

White Sox Weekly 09/22/19: A look down in the minor leagues.

September 23, 2019 03:17

On this weeks edition of White Sox Weekly, Mark Carman has several guests from the minor leagues. First is Justin Jirschele, who at 30 years old is the youngest manager in professional baseball for the White Sox Class-A affiliate in Kannapolis. Jirschele talks about the club in Class-A and how his impressions of some of the White Sox’s top prospects. Jonathan Stiever joins the show as well, to discuss how he has adjusted to minor league ball, and which one of […]

White Sox Weekly 09/15/19: What’s excited you the most about the White Sox this year?

September 15, 2019 19:43

On this episode of “White Sox Weekly”, Mark Carman talks to Scott Merkin of MLB.com and Vinnie Duber of NBC Sports Chicago. One questions he asks both of them, what’s excited you the most about the White Sox this year? Scott and Vinnie weigh in and give their insights on the team. What’s excited you the most about the White Sox this year? Has it been the emergence of Lucas Giolito and Yoan Moncada? Eloy Jimenez’s power? Or maybe it […]

White Sox Weekly 9/7/19: Danny Mendick, Mike Shirley, Aaron Bummer, and more! 

September 07, 2019 23:01

On this edition of White Sox Weekly, Mark Carman talks with Danny Mendick about his journey to the big leagues. Then, Carm takes a look at the week that was for the White Sox with the "week in review" segment. Continuing on, Carm talks with Mike Shirley about his recent promotion to the White Sox director of amateur scouting, and Aaron Bummer about playing college baseball at the University of Nebraska. To round out the show Carm talks with White Sox first base coach Darryl Boston, former Whi...

White Sox Weekly 9/1/19: Tom Paciorek, Michael Huff, and Scott Merkin

September 01, 2019 21:20

On this September edition of White Sox Weekly, Mark Carman sits down and chats with former White Sox Tom Paciorek. The topics range from when his recent TV broadcast with Jason Benetti to a trip down memory lane of Tom’s 18-year career.  Then, Carm engages with White Sox director of youth baseball and fastpitch Michael […]

White Sox Weekly 08/24/19: Todd Steverson discusses Yoan Moncada’s breakout season.

August 25, 2019 02:18

On this jam packed edition of White Sox Weekly, Mark Carman sits down and chats with White Sox Hitting Coach Todd Steverson. The topics range from Yoan Moncada’s breakout season offensively, if moving him to third base really benefitted him, and what he’s expecting from the Bears this NFL season! Later Carm sits down with […]

White Sox Weekly 08/17/19: Bill Walton serves up color commentary, James McCann talks about his recent hot streak, and more…

August 18, 2019 02:12

An action packed show on this week’s White Sox Weekly! Mark Carman starts off the show talking to the radio voice of the White Sox, Ed Farmer. Does he think Lucas Giolito getting to 20 wins? Ed weighs in! Later in the show, Carm recaps some of the hilarity that ensued on the White Sox […]

Harold Baines Day | Full speech from 08/11/19

August 14, 2019 16:08

On Sunday August 11th, the Chicago White Sox honored newly inducted Hall Of Famer Harold Baines. The ceremony took place prior to the game between the White Sox and Oakland Athletics. Below is Harold’s speech to which he gave to the fans who were in attendance.

White Sox Weekly 08/10/19: Hector Santiago, Michael Huff, and Scott Reifert join the show!

August 11, 2019 02:08

An action packed show on this week’s White Sox Weekly! Mark Carman is live from Guaranteed Rate Field to discuss a variety of White Sox topics with several players and personalities. The biggest news that came with the team was the announcement of the “Field Of Dreams” game the Sox will participate in next year. How did it go down? How can you get tickets? Those questions and more are answered by Scott Reifert, the Vice President of Communications for […]

White Sox Weekly 08/03/19: Danny Farquhar talks about his new role with the team and Jason Benetti gives his biggest surprise this season.

August 04, 2019 00:42

Mark Carman has a jam packed show leads you up to White Sox pregame before game 2 against the Phillies! Starting off the show is former White Sox pitcher Danny Farquhar, who discusses his new role with the team and how his wife and kids handled the recovery process. Later Mark Carman talks to Matt Skole and his journey to the major leagues and his comeback from a devastating injury he suffered while with the Washington Nationals organization. Finally, Carm […]

White Sox Weekly 07/27/19 | Ozzie Guilien, Brooks Boyer, and Rick Renteria

July 27, 2019 23:13

Mark Carman has a jam packed show that is sure to be a favorite for any White Sox fan! First Carm talks to former White Sox manager Ozzie Guilien. Ozzie opens up about managing in baseball, the 2005 World Series team, and dives into how he got into baseball and particularly why he considers himself so lucky with the life he has. Later in the show, Carm chats with manager Rick Renteria about the teams 2nd half, giving back to […]

White Sox Weekly 07/20/19: Harold Baines Highlights, Hawk Harrelson and Bill Melton

July 21, 2019 00:41

Mark Carman talks all things Harold Baines the day before the former White Sox right fielder is inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. Guests on the show include Bill Melton, Hawk Harrelson, Ed Farmer, and Ryan McGuffey join the show to talk about the career of Harold Baines. Topics about Harold range from his playing days, his personality, and his father.

White Sox Weekly 07/13/19: Chuck Garfien, James McCann, Ron Kittle and 1st Half Highlights

July 14, 2019 03:21

Following the White Sox 13-2 loss to the Oakland Athletics, Mark Carman talks to NBC Sports Chicago’s Chuck Garfien about the teams tough start to the 2nd half and the struggles the Sox have against Oakland. Later, Carm shares an interview with All Star Catcher James McCann from earlier in the year. This is the beginning of our look back at the first half highlights from the 2019 season. Later in the program you will hear more first half highlights […]

White Sox Weekly 07/06/19: LIVE From Cork & Kerry, Rick Hahn, Ed Farmer and more…

July 06, 2019 23:05

An action packed show of ‘White Sox Weekly’ took place at Cork and Kerry. Mark Carman, Kevin Powell, Lauren Lapka, Roe Conn and Richard Roeper all tag along for the ride. The show has a lot of great guests, first up is White Sox play by play voice Ed Farmer. Ed discusses Lucas Giolito and the Sox play as of late. Sox GM Rick Hahn talks to Carm and Kevin about the progress of prospect Luis Robert including the announcement […]

White Sox Weekly 06/30/19: Dylan Cease Called Up, Joe McEwing, Daniel Palka and more!

July 01, 2019 15:52

Mark Carman and Kevin Powell kill off some time during a rain delay with some ‘White Sox Weekly’! The biggest news during the show is the call up of Sox pitching prospect Dylan Cease. Cease is planned to make his big league debut on July 3rd in game 1 of the double header. Later Carm chats with Sox bench coach Joe McEwing on a variety of topics. Including Yoan Moncada’s breakout year, working with manager Rick Renteria, and Yolmer Sanchez’s […]

White Sox Weekly 06/22/19: Nick Madrigal Promoted, Zack Collins Recaps His First Home Run and more!

June 23, 2019 01:52

It was a BIG week for some of the White Sox youngest players. Between Nick Madrigal getting promoted, Zack Collins smacking his first home run, and Eloy Jimenez homering against his former team in the Chicago Cubs. Mark Carman breaks it all down and also chats with Rich King of WGN-TV and Scott Merkin of MLB.com.

White Sox Ace Pitcher Lucas Giolito “I’m attacking my days”

June 19, 2019 03:53

Major Leauge Baseball’s most winning pitcher is Chicago White Sox ace Lucas Giolito. He joins The Roe Conn Show with Anna Davlantes before the Wintrust Crosstown Classic to discuss the progress he has made from last season compared to his All-Star bound year so far. Giolito focus this offseason was his mental change.  “Last year I experienced some ups, but mostly a lot of downs,” Giolito said. “I went into the offseason with a new approach and cleaned up somethings, but […]

White Sox Weekly 06/15/19: Eloy Jimenez’s Big Week, Evan Marshall Talks Coming Back From Concussion and more…

June 16, 2019 01:26

On this week’s edition of White Sox Weekly, Mark Carman shares interviews with Eloy Jimenez, Yolmer Sanchez, and Evan Marshall. Also in the program, Mark sits down with Darrin Jackson to discuss the teams efforts to get above .500, Eloy Jimenez’s big week, and more.  

White Sox Weekly 06/08/19: Searching For A Nickname For Lucas Giolito, Andrew Vaughn and more…

June 09, 2019 00:43

Mark Carman hosts a packed show of White Sox Weekly! To start things off, Carm takes your phone calls for suggestions for Lucas Giolito’s new nickname. The right hander has been on a roll so far this season, and needs a stellar nickname to suit his play so far this season. Later in the program, Mark talks to the White Sox first round selection, Andrew Vaughn about all aspects of life. This includes baseball, his love for fishing, Chicago style […]

Lucas Giolito: Finding rhythm on and off the field

June 05, 2019 16:03

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White Sox Weekly 06-01-19: The Ride Home With DJ, Lucas Giolito, James McCann and more…

June 02, 2019 00:21

Mark Carman gets you through another action packed show of ‘White Sox Weekly’! This week Carm and Darrin Jackson discuss some of the storylines following the White Sox 5-2 loss to the Cleveland Indians. Later in the program, Carm talks to Lucas Giolito, James McCann, and Aaron Bummer about a variety of topics. Finally Carm recaps a week of White Sox baseball in the “week in review” segment. All that and more on this full show podcast!

White Sox Weekly 05/25/19: Week in review, Rich King from Minnesota, Chris Getz and more…

May 26, 2019 03:52

In this weeks show of ‘White Sox Weekly’ Mark Carman gives you two hours of action packed White Sox discussion. Beginning with a recap from the 8-1 loss in Minnesota with sportscaster Rich King. Other conversations include Chris Getz the Director of Player Development for the Chicago White Sox, prospect Nick Madrigal, and Andy Masur sits down with manager Rick Renteria to learn more about the skipper from an off the field perspective.  

White Sox Weekly 05/18/19: Rain Delay Theater with Mark Carman and Andy Masur

May 18, 2019 23:01

From the ballpark, Mark Carman and Andy Masur recap a weeks worth of White Sox news and share interviews with Tim Anderson Ryan Cordell and more. Discussions include the adjustments of Lucas Giolito, and how he has turned this season into a potential breakout year.  

White Sox Weekly (05/12/19): Mother’s Day, Jose Abreu, Greg Pryor, Bill Naharodny and more…

May 13, 2019 19:48

Happy Mother’s Day to all as Mark Carman and Brian Noonan have a non-stop White Sox Weekly! First up, Carm shares White Sox members sharing their Mother’s Day wishes. Then, Carm shares an interview he had with Jose Abreu and Tim Anderson’s awesome efforts giving back to charity. Later on, former White Sox players Greg Pryor and Bill Naharodny join in sharing amazing clubhouse stories and what they’ve been up to lately.

White Sox Weekly (05/04/19): Carlos Rodon, Rick Hahn, Nick Hostetler, Michael Kopech and more…

May 05, 2019 01:29

May the 4th be with you! Mark Carman has an action packed White Sox Weekly with guest after guest. First up, Carm recaps the recent news regarding Carlos Rodon’s injury and comments from GM Rick Hahn. Then, Director of Amateur Scouting Nick Hostetler joins the show to chat with Carm about some of the big prospects the Sox could take with the 3rd overall pick in June. Finally the guests come pouring in with Todd Steverson, Nicky Delmonico, and Michael […]

Michael Kopech on White Sox Weekly: “I’m in the best shape I’ve ever been in…”

May 05, 2019 01:16

White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech sits down with Mark Carman and chats about his offseason routine and what he’e been up to as he recovers from Tommy John surgery. Catch the full interview in the podcast below!  

White Sox Weekly (04/27/19): Michael Huff in studio, Rick Hahn chats with Andy Masur, and a quick convo with a White Sox die hard fan!

April 28, 2019 01:00

Even though the weather outside prevented a White Sox game. An action packed White Sox Weekly show makes up for it! This week on the show Mark Carman is joined by Andy Masur and former White Sox Michael Huff. Later in the show, Andy Masur shares a conversation he had with White Sox General Manager Rick Hahn. What is the state of the team? How does his decisions impact the development of their top players? Finally the guys talk to […]

White Sox Weekly (04/20/19): Special Guest Rich King, Tim Anderson suspension, and Don Cooper talks pitching…

April 21, 2019 04:29

On this episode of ‘White Sox Weekly’ Mark Carman is joined by the legendary Rich King in studio as his guest co-host. Discussion topics include, Tim Anderson’s suspension and Cleveland Indians starter Trevor Bauer. Later Carm and Rich recap a week of White Sox baseball, including Jose Abreu getting his 500th RBI. Finally to cap off the show, White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper joins the gang to talk about Carlos Rodon, Tim Anderson’s suspension, and his memories of an […]

White Sox Weekly 04/13/19: Lauren Lapka joins the show, Jason Benetti, and conversations with Zack Collins and Blake Rutherford

April 14, 2019 01:21

This week on ‘White Sox Weekly’, Lauren Lapka sits in with Mark Carman for an action packed show. Mark and Lauren recap an exciting week of White Sox baseball capped off with Eloy Jimenez’s first two career home runs! Then later White Sox TV Broadcaster Jason Benetti joins the show to talk about his call and being a game show host. Finally Mark shares a pair of interviews he had with prospects Zack Collins and Blake Rutherford.  

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