FutureSox Podcast
390 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 62 ratingsDiscussing the prospects and happenings relating to White Sox player development and baseball operations.
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FutureSox Podcast ft. James Fegan of The Athletic: What is ’Project Birmingham’?
August 30, 2022 05:01 - 49 minutes - 65.1 MBMike Rankin welcomed on Chicago White Sox beat writer James Fegan of The Athletic to provide insight on the newly constructed "Project Birmingham," which consists of a number of notable prospects playing in Double-A. Fegan also describes his first-hand experiences covering an underachieving White Sox team, as well as ponders the future of Jose Abreu. Later, James detailed the scouting, drafting and signing process of White Sox first-round draft pick Noah Schultz. Learn more about your ad ch...
FutureSox Podcast ft. James Fegan of The Athletic: What is 'Project Birmingham'?
August 30, 2022 05:01 - 49 minutesMike Rankin welcomed on Chicago White Sox beat writer James Fegan of The Athletic to provide insight on the newly constructed "Project Birmingham," which consists of a number of notable prospects playing in Double-A. Fegan also describes his first-hand experiences covering an underachieving White Sox team, as well as ponders the future of Jose Abreu. Later, James detailed the scouting, drafting and signing process of White Sox first-round draft pick Noah Schultz. Learn more about your ad choi...
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox midseason top 30 prospect special
August 23, 2022 05:01 - 1 hourThe FutureSox team released its midseason top 30 prospect list at SoxMachine.com. Mike Rankin, James Fox, Steve Hasman and Josh Nelson gathered to highlight the strengths of the system, celebrate multiple MLB top 100 prospects and detail individual profiles of some of the most promising prospects the organization has to offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox midseason top 30 prospect special
August 23, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 108 MBThe FutureSox team released its midseason top 30 prospect list at SoxMachine.com. Mike Rankin, James Fox, Steve Hasman and Josh Nelson gathered to highlight the strengths of the system, celebrate multiple MLB top 100 prospects and detail individual profiles of some of the most promising prospects the organization has to offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. Bill Mitchell of Baseball America: Do the White Sox still have the worst farm system in MLB?
August 16, 2022 05:01 - 48 minutes - 64.7 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed White Sox writer and scout Bill Mitchell of Baseball America to provide perspective on the latest top 30 Chicago White Sox prospect list. Mitchell shared insight he gathered from scouts and executives from around Major League Baseball and detailed strengths and weaknesses of players like Norge Vera, Jose Rodriguez, Bryan Ramos, Colson Montgomery, Kohl Simas and Matthew Thompson, among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Brian Sakowski of Perfect Game: Chicago White Sox 2022 trade deadline reaction
August 09, 2022 05:01 - 54 minutes - 72.9 MBMike Rankin and James Fox opened the show by reacting to the Chicago White Sox trade deadline, which featured general manager Rick Hahn trading for left-handed reliever Jake Diekman. Then, James welcomed on amateur scout Brian Sakowski of Perfect Game baseball to discuss the best players from the 2022 White Sox draft class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox midseason top 30 prospect list preparation
August 02, 2022 05:01 - 40 minutesMike Rankin and James Fox praised the top prospects of the Chicago White Sox farm system as FutureSox prepares its 2022 midseason top 30 list. Keith Law of The Athletic included shortstop Colson Montgomery in his top 60 prospect list in Major League Baseball, while Bryan Ramos just missed. What does that mean for Oscar Colas? Later, Mike and James highlighted the influx of pitching the White Sox added in the draft and explained how it impacts the system. Also, Cristian Mena, Norge Vera, Matth...
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox midseason top 30 prospect list preparation
August 02, 2022 05:01 - 40 minutes - 53.4 MBMike Rankin and James Fox praised the top prospects of the Chicago White Sox farm system as FutureSox prepares its 2022 midseason top 30 list. Keith Law of The Athletic included shortstop Colson Montgomery in his top 60 prospect list in Major League Baseball, while Bryan Ramos just missed. What does that mean for Oscar Colas? Later, Mike and James highlighted the influx of pitching the White Sox added in the draft and explained how it impacts the system. Also, Cristian Mena, Norge Vera, Mat...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline on improved Chicago White Sox farm system
July 26, 2022 05:01 - 57 minutes - 76.3 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on senior writer Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to discuss the Chicago White Sox 2022 MLB Draft class. Callis was candid about amateur scouting director Mike Shirley's draft strategy and also provided projections of the Sox's top three pitching selections in the draft. Later, Callis evaluated White Sox prospects including Norge Vera, Jose Rodriguez, Lenyn Sosa, Cristian Mena and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox 2022 MLB Draft recap
July 19, 2022 05:01 - 45 minutes - 60.4 MBMike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the Chicago White Sox's first 10 draft picks of the 2022 class. For the first time in over 20 years, the organization decided on a prep pitcher. How significant of a change is amateur scouting director Mike Shirley's philosophy and what does it mean for the franchise moving forward? Later, Mike and James ponder where to rank the newly acquired talent among the organization's top 30 prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Joe Doyle of Prospects Live: 2022 MLB Draft Preview
July 12, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBMike Rankin and James Fox completed their 2022 MLB Draft preparations by speaking to Joe Doyle of ProspectsLive.com. Doyle detailed the strengths of the class overall and provided several names that could land at pick No. 26 for the Chicago White Sox. Doyle also provided his perspective of the organization's draft strategy over the past two years under amateur scouting director Mike Shirley. The trio highlighted a number of prospect updates, as well, which included top 100 White Sox prospect...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Joe Doyle of Prospects Live: 2022 MLB Draft Preview
July 12, 2022 05:01 - 1 hourMike Rankin and James Fox completed their 2022 MLB Draft preparations by speaking to Joe Doyle of ProspectsLive.com. Doyle detailed the strengths of the class overall and provided several names that could land at pick No. 26 for the Chicago White Sox. Doyle also provided his perspective of the organization's draft strategy over the past two years under amateur scouting director Mike Shirley. The trio highlighted a number of prospect updates, as well, which included top 100 White Sox prospect ...
FutureSox Podcast: Around the American League Central
July 05, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 106 MBMike Rankin and James Fox took a trip around the American League Central to learn about White Sox division foes ahead of the 2022 MLB Amateur Draft. Rogelio Castillo of Tigers Minor League Report & Woodward Sports in Detroit, Alex Duvall of Royals Farm Report, Seth Stohs of Twins Daily and Jeff Ellis of Locked on Guardians provided insight on their respective team's organizational philosophies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. MLB Draft scout Burke Granger: White Sox incongruities
June 28, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 84.3 MBMike 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...
FutureSox Podcast ft. MLB Draft scout Burke Granger: White Sox incongruities
June 28, 2022 05:01 - 1 hourMike 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, ...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Jim Margalus of Sox Machine: Advanced-A White Sox update
June 21, 2022 05:01 - 54 minutes - 72.6 MBMike 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 l...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Carlos Collazo of Baseball America on MLB Draft 2022
June 14, 2022 05:01 - 54 minutes - 72.9 MBMike 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
June 07, 2022 05:01 - 48 minutes - 63.1 MBMike 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...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Nelson: State of the Chicago White Sox
May 31, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBMike 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. Late...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Jack McMullen of the Pittsburgh Pirates & Just Baseball Pod
May 24, 2022 05:01 - 58 minutes - 77.9 MBMike 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...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Phil Selig on White Sox international presence
May 17, 2022 05:01 - 47 minutesMike 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. Phil Selig on White Sox international presence
May 17, 2022 05:01 - 47 minutes - 63.3 MBMike 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
May 10, 2022 05:01 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBMike 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. Vis...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Curt Bloom of Chicago White Sox Double-A Birmingham Barons
May 03, 2022 05:01 - 43 minutes - 57.8 MBFlying 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
April 26, 2022 05:01 - 44 minutesMike 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 ...
Single-A perspective from Winston-Salem manager Lorenzo Bundy & Baseball Prospectus’ Ben Spanier
April 26, 2022 05:01 - 44 minutes - 58.3 MBMike 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 abou...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline: Strengths of the Chicago White Sox farm
April 19, 2022 05:01 - 54 minutes - 72.2 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Jim Callis, senior writer at MLB Pipeline, to highlight the strengths of the Chicago White Sox organization. Callis discussed MLB.com's top 30 White Sox prospect list and provided unique insight about top prospect Colson Montgomery. Callis also evaluated the state of the White Sox' pitching depth within the farm system. Listen as the group discusses updates on: Oscar Colas, Jared Kelley, Jose Rodriguez, Yoelqui Cespedes and more. Learn more about your a...
FutureSox 2022 Preseason Top 30 Prospect List
April 12, 2022 05:01 - 46 minutes - 62.1 MBMike Rankin and James Fox celebrate the beginning of the 2022 MiLB season by recapping the changes made throughout the White Sox organization. They also highlight standout performances from several prospects across the opening week. Later, Rankin and Fox detail FutureSox’s 2022 preseason top 30 prospect list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. Kevin Goldstein of FanGraphs on MLB labor dispute
March 09, 2022 23:50 - 46 minutes - 62.5 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on former Houston Astros executive and current national writer for FanGraphs Kevin Goldstein to discuss all that is wrong in negotiations between MLB and its players association. Goldstein also provides insight on several White Sox prospects, including Norge Vera, Yoelqui Cespedes, Colson Montgomery and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. Ben Badler of Baseball America
February 15, 2022 22:49 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Ben Badler of Baseball America to get an in-depth breakdown of the international talent stocked away in the Chicago White Sox farm system. Badler explains what the White Sox acquired in Oscar Colas and Erick Hernandez following the latest international signing period. He also provides nuggets on players such as Norge Vera, Wilfred Veras, Cristian Mena and Victor Quezada, among others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Bill Mitchell of Baseball America: White Sox 2022 preseason top 30 prospect list
February 11, 2022 23:28 - 39 minutes - 52.9 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Bill Mitchell of Baseball America, who has taken over coverage of the Chicago White Sox farm system. Mike and James discussed the latest White Sox' top 30 prospect list with Bill and also explored the optimism within a system that ranks at the bottom of Major League Baseball. The trio provides perspective on: Colson Montgomery, Wes Kath, Andrew Dalquist and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: Maria Torres on corruption faced by baseball players in the Dominican Republic
January 24, 2022 23:27 - 45 minutes - 61.5 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Maria Torres of The Athletic, who worked with writer Ken Rosenthal on: 'A failed system': A corrupt process exploits Dominican baseball prospects. Is an international draft really the answer? ($). Maria shares insight regarding the scouting process of young Dominican players and the deception they face when developing as a prospect. She also details the significance of payroll across Major League Baseball's international signing pool, the leverage scou...
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox top prospects by position
January 08, 2022 22:29 - 48 minutes - 65 MBMike Rankin and James Fox detailed the top prospects across the Chicago White Sox farm system by position. The guys explored corner and middle infield, as well as outfield, catcher and pitcher. Later, Mike and James discussed the latest news surrounding top international prospects Oscar Colas and Erick Hernandez ahead of the upcoming international signing period. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: MLB Lockout has Arrived
December 05, 2021 17:58 - 47 minutesMike Rankin and James Fox discuss all there is to know about the issues between the Major League Baseball Player's Association and Major League Baseball's owners as the latest collective bargaining agreement has expired. In a media session prior to the lockout, White Sox general manager Rick Hahn shared that the club is not finished building the 2022 ballclub, so Mike and James discuss what's next for the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: MLB Lockout has Arrived
December 05, 2021 17:58 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBMike Rankin and James Fox discuss all there is to know about the issues between the Major League Baseball Player's Association and Major League Baseball's owners as the latest collective bargaining agreement has expired. In a media session prior to the lockout, White Sox general manager Rick Hahn shared that the club is not finished building the 2022 ballclub, so Mike and James discuss what's next for the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. The Athletic's James Fegan on White Sox offseason
November 28, 2021 23:38 - 56 minutesMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on White Sox beat writer of The Athletic James Fegan to discuss the 2021-22 Major League Baseball offseason. Fegan details the White Sox' intrigue on RHP Norge Vera, SS Jose Rodriguez and others. He also explains the decisions behind protecting RHP Jason Bilous, LHP Bennett Sousa & LHP Anderson Severino. Fegan also covers the future of RHP Michael Kopech, LHP Garrett Crochet, as well as the White Sox choice to not extend the qualifying offer to LHP Carlos ...
FutureSox Podcast ft. The Athletic’s James Fegan on White Sox offseason
November 28, 2021 23:38 - 56 minutes - 76.5 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on White Sox beat writer of The Athletic James Fegan to discuss the 2021-22 Major League Baseball offseason. Fegan details the White Sox' intrigue on RHP Norge Vera, SS Jose Rodriguez and others. He also explains the decisions behind protecting RHP Jason Bilous, LHP Bennett Sousa & LHP Anderson Severino. Fegan also covers the future of RHP Michael Kopech, LHP Garrett Crochet, as well as the White Sox choice to not extend the qualifying offer to LHP Carlos...
FutureSox Podcast: White Sox 2021-2022 offseason preview
October 17, 2021 16:49 - 49 minutes - 67 MBMike Rankin and James Fox return for another edition of the FutureSox Podcast, where they discuss the Arizona Fall League and instructional league that pertains to White Sox prospects. Mike and James highlighted some success stories across the 2021 season, as well as anticipated the team's mindset as they head into another offseason following an early playoff exit. Later, the guys discuss whether or not it is practical to trade 1B/OF Andrew Vaughn this offseason. Learn more about your ad ...
FutureSox Podcast: Pondering Norge Vera as the top White Sox prospect, Jeff Cohen interview
September 11, 2021 22:59 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBMike Rankin and James Fox returned with another FutureSox Podcast episode that covers a variety of White Sox MiLB topics, including: Jose Rodriguez's ascension in 2021, the success of Romy Gonzalez, Norge Vera's potential, expectations for young Kannapolis starting pitchers next season and much more. Later, Mike and James welcomed on Charlotte Knights beat writer Jeff Cohen of FutureSox to provide first-hand perspective of several White Sox prospects. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox Top 30 Prospect List Reaction Show
August 26, 2021 05:07 - 53 minutes - 72.5 MBMike Rankin and James Fox provided insight on the team effort from FutureSox in compiling the latest Chicago White Sox top 30 prospects in the system. They also touch on injury news related to Jared Kelley and Jonathan Stiever, while James highlights some news related to the international scene. The guys go in-depth on a number of prospects, including: Romy Gonzalez, Norge Vera, Yolbert Sanchez and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Norris of Baseball America
August 09, 2021 02:30 - 37 minutesMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Josh Norris, senior editor of Baseball America, to discuss the recent top 30 rankings published by the website. Josh spent time in the Carolina area taking in Kannapolis Cannon Ballers baseball and provided his perspective of pitchers Andrew Dalquist and Jared Kelley, as well as standout position players Jose Rodriguez and Bryan Ramos, among others. He also provided his evaluation of the state of the White Sox farm in relation to the rest of Major League ...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Norris of Baseball America
August 09, 2021 02:30 - 37 minutes - 49.9 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Josh Norris, senior editor of Baseball America, to discuss the recent top 30 rankings published by the website. Josh spent time in the Carolina area taking in Kannapolis Cannon Ballers baseball and provided his perspective of pitchers Andrew Dalquist and Jared Kelley, as well as standout position players Jose Rodriguez and Bryan Ramos, among others. He also provided his evaluation of the state of the White Sox farm in relation to the rest of Major League...
FutureSox Podcast: 2021 Chicago White Sox trade deadline recap
August 01, 2021 22:20 - 42 minutes - 57 MBMike Rankin and James Fox detailed what the Chicago White Sox lost in prospects Konnor Pilkington and Bailey Horn, as well as Nick Madrigal and Codi Heuer for Craig Kimbrel, Ryan Tepera and Cesar Hernandez. They also touched on what to expect from Michael Kopech moving forward as a result of the trade deadline. Later, the guys previewed briefly what to expect for the FutureSox top-30 midseason prospect list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline
July 23, 2021 04:24 - 37 minutes - 50.4 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcome senior writer Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to highlight the 2021 Chicago White Sox MLB Amateur Draft class, the state of the farm system and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: Chicago White Sox 2021 MLB Draft Recap
July 20, 2021 21:58 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBMike Rankin and James Fox recapped the 2021 MLB Amateur Draft, as the White Sox selected four prep players -- two across the first two picks -- and a number of power-5 conference players in what was Mike Shirley's second year leading the charge as Director of Amateur Scouting. Mike and James bring back audio from Shirley's post-draft conference call, as well as quotes from Joe Doyle of Prospects Live and Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball discussing Colson Montgomery, Wes Kath, Tanner McDougal...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball
July 08, 2021 23:05 - 40 minutes - 54.1 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Burke Granger of 2080 Baseball and D1Baseball.com to provide a final preview of the Major League Baseball Amateur Draft, which will be held beginning on Sunday, July 11. Prep shortstops appear to be the strength of the first round. Will that be the route the White Sox decide to take? Prior to the conversation with Burke, Mike picked James' brain on rumors he's hearing surrounding the White Sox draft strategy. They then discussed the significance of outf...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Joe Doyle of Prospects Live
July 02, 2021 04:52 - 39 minutesMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on MLB Draft director Joe Doyle of Prospects Live to provide a synopsis of a number of players who could fall to the White Sox at pick 22 on July 11. Joe details the strength of the first round of the draft to be at prep shortstop and the White Sox have a strong chance to land one. Joe goes on to describe prospects such as: Colson Montgomery, Harry Ford, Joe Mack, Gavin Williams and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast ft. Joe Doyle of Prospects Live
July 02, 2021 04:52 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on MLB Draft director Joe Doyle of Prospects Live to provide a synopsis of a number of players who could fall to the White Sox at pick 22 on July 11. Joe details the strength of the first round of the draft to be at prep shortstop and the White Sox have a strong chance to land one. Joe goes on to describe prospects such as: Colson Montgomery, Harry Ford, Joe Mack, Gavin Williams and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...
FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Nelson of Sox Machine: Looking ahead to the 2021 MLB Draft
June 25, 2021 03:09 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBMike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on host of the Sox Machine Podcast Josh Nelson to preview the White Sox' strategy ahead of the 2021 MLB Amateur Draft. The Sox will pick at No. 22 on Sunday, July 11. Later, Josh shares his take on the development of Andrew Vaughn, Garrett Crochet, Jake Burger and more, as well as his perspective of the future of the farm system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
FutureSox Podcast: Monitoring Yoelqui Cespedes, White Sox farm update
June 15, 2021 21:13 - 47 minutes - 63.6 MBMike Rankin and James Fox return to discuss the various storylines across the Chicago White Sox minor league system, which includes the location of top outfield prospect Yoelqui Cespedes. The guys discuss the significance of Garrett Crochet's career path over the next season-plus and ponder the possibility of using the lefty as a starter as early as next year. Later, Mike and James discuss the dysfunction of a highly talented Kannapolis Cannon Ballers group. They also talk names to keep an...