Chicago White Sox’s bullpen woes demand more than minor-league fixes—can a proven lefty reliever save tight games in 2026? Todd Welter spotlights urgent areas for improvement, weighing options like Danny Coulombe and Jalen Beeks while questioning if recent flyers on Ryan Borucki and others are enough for high-leverage success. He explores internal prospects, including Jordan Leasure and Grant Taylor, but warns that relying solely on in-house growth could doom another season of squandered leads. Honoring legend Wilbur Wood, Todd Welter celebrates the endurance of the White Sox’s knuckleball ace and reflects on his impact in the 1970s. Shifting focus, he examines rising prospect Sam Antonacci’s on-base skills, potential position changes, and what it means for Chase Meidroth’s future at second base. Will the White Sox’s blend of youth, targeted signings, and a nod to past greatness finally spark a turnaround on the South Side? 0:00 – White Sox Bullpen Fixes Todd Welter opens the episode calling out the White Sox’s ongoing reliance on internal improvement and minor bullpen signings, emphasizing that these modest changes will not repair the team’s long-standing high-leverage relief issues. He discusses the lack of left-handed high-leverage arms and names pitchers the White Sox could pursue, including evaluating Ryan Borucki, Danny Coulomb, Jalen Beeks, and Taylor Rogers. Opinion: The team needs to invest in a proven veteran lefty arm rather than only taking fliers on reclamation projects or internal options. 10:35 – Wilbur Wood Tribute Todd Welter transitions to honoring the life and career of White Sox pitching legend Wilbur Wood, who passed away at 84. He shares memories and career highlights, recounts Wood’s incredible durability, his famous knuckleball, and how he became a beloved figure for fans from the late ’60s and ’70s. Opinion: Wood is remembered as a true workhorse and a pillar during the franchise’s revival years, and his passing marks the end of an era for longtime White Sox fans. 19:14 – Prospect Sam Antonacci Rising Todd Welter shifts to minor league news, highlighting White Sox prospect Sam Antonacci’s ascent in MLB Pipeline’s Top 10 Second Base Prospects for 2026. He discusses Antonacci’s hitting profile, his fit within the organization, his comparison to other prospects, and possibilities for the White Sox’s future infield composition. Opinion: Antonacci has earned a legitimate chance as a long-term starting option and could challenge Chase Meidroth; flexibility for the infield is recommended. Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Turbo Tax For a limited time, you can have your taxes done by a local TurboTax expert for just $150 — all in, if a TurboTax expert didn’t file for you last year. Just file by February 28. Take taxes off your plate and get back to your life. Visit https://TurboTax.com/local to book your appointment today. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Every Friday night, before the games tip off, FanDuel gives fans a new way to kick off the weekend with NBA Happy Hour. Check the FanDuel app and see what’s dropping during NBA Happy Hour — every Friday from 6 to 7:30 PM Eastern. FanDuel — the Official Sportsbook Partner of the NBA. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
