Sox Machine Sox Machine

Recorded: 1-20-2021

Rick Hahn said that “His team is on the floor.” Josh and Jim analyze the current White Sox roster makeup and plea for additional moves to shore up three positions. 

Plus, the American League finally got busy this offseason with George Springer, Michael Brantley, JA Happ, and old friend Jose Quintana finding homes. How do these moves impact the White Sox chances of winning the American League Pennant? 

Guest: Michael Fisher, Codify

Lucas Giolito raves about it. Liam Hendriks considered it a must buy-in from teams pursuing him in free agency. Yasmani Grandal now uses it. One of the most talked-about tools players are using today is Codify. An analytics tool developed by Michael Fisher to help map pitcher's plans going into their appearances. 

Michael joins the Sox Machine Podcast to share more about what he does and how Codify works with an ever-growing White Sox clientele base. 

The Chicago White Sox made a big splash in free agency, signing one of the best relievers in baseball with Liam Hendriks. How does Hendriks differ from Alex Colome? After this signing, where do the White Sox stack up in the American League? 

Even after the Hendriks signing, Josh and Jim don’t think the White Sox are done this offseason. Who could be next to join the South Siders? They took a look at the projected payroll and pitch ideas on possible targets who would be a good fit for the White Sox. 

After the San Diego Padres turned up the hot stove to high heat after trading for Blake Snell and Yu Darvish, it’s time to assess where everyone stands in MLB. How does the Chicago White Sox roster project with the work they’ve done this offseason? And who can the White Sox sign to help bolster their claim to being a legit contender in the American League this season? Josh and Jim answer those questions with a chance to say good riddance to the 2020 calendar year. 

Guest: Robert Murray, MLB Insider and Columnist - Fansided

After trading for Lance Lynn and signing Adam Eaton, the Chicago White Sox still have moves to make this offseason. Who will be their next target? Joining the show is Fansided MLB Insider Robert Murray, who shares his insight on the current free agency market and why he thinks the Sox are serious contenders for Liam Hendriks. 

Would Hendriks be the best direction? That was one of many P.O. Sox questions Josh and Jim answer in this episode. 

Record date: 12/8/2020

Emergency podcast capturing thoughts about the Chicago White Sox trading for Lance Lynn and signing Adam Eaton. 

- Why the White Sox continue their bad habits signing Eaton
- Why the Lynn trade is a good idea and helps their chances of winning the AL Central