Rundown

• [Intro] The case to option Andrew Vaughn. With this poor of a start, and an underwhelming career, Vaughn's poor play doesn't merit a spot on the 26-man roster
• [7:10] Vaughn's batted ball data that's fueling the lack of results despite the hard hit rates.
• [12:49] Revisiting what Detroit did last year with Spencer Torkelson and how that's paying off in 2025
• [18:25] The case for and against Tim Elko being promoted
• [31:25] Despite the high whiff rate when swinging at chase pitches, it's time to give Elko an opportunity in proving himself at the major league level.
• [32:42] White Sox are using Openers, finally.
• [37:17] Luis Robert Jr. showing signs of life over the weekend
• [42:30] Our impressions of watching major league games in a minor league ballpark
• [45:58] Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers. The Brew Crew struggle on the road but run at will. Can Edgar Quero help defend against the running game?
• [54:31] Around MLB: Detroit Tigers have the best record in baseball, the Colorado Rockies will challenge 121 losses, and the Baltimore Orioles are in serious trouble.

Rundown

• [Intro] For the first time in over two years, the Chicago White Sox won a game in Minneapolis in large thanks to Shane Smith. It's only been five starts, but Smith has been cooking for the White Sox and might be a diamond in the rough.
• [12:43] Miguel Vargas makes a hand adjustment and pays dividends as he hit his first home run of the season. Is it time for him to catch on fire at the plate?
• [17:19] Edgar Quero has gold bat wrap tape. Josh is giving the task to James to figure out if it's 24-karat gold.
• [20:22] Bobby Dalbec now playing shortstop highlights how bad things have gotten at that position for the White Sox
• [25:23] Where does Byron Buxton rank among White Sox Killers?
• [32:06] Series Preview: Athletics. What is James most looking forward to in Sacramento? Why the White Sox are using Openers? Should we expect more offense in a minor league park?
• [48:21] With the NFL Draft still going, a look at Josh's latest Mock Draft. Would it be a bad idea if the Chicago White Sox drafted another college starting pitcher in the first round? What needs to change in the next couple of months for a position player with power potential emerge at Pick 10?

Record Date: 4/21/2025

Rundown

• [Intro] After taking three out of four games against the White Sox, Boston must be feeling better about themselves.
• [3:53] Martin Perez injured his throwing arm and has been placed on the 60-day IL. Why this particular injury will really test the White Sox pitching depth which was lacking in the first place.
• [10:16] Chase Meidroth suffered a thumb injury with Charlotte and has only gotten worse with the major league club. Why Bobby Dalbec was called up to replace Meidroth as the White Sox offense is still looking for solutions.
• [18:16] First impressions of Edgar Quero
• [25:25] Josh has a "Fun Fact" about the White Sox bullpen as we are still waiting for the first Save of the season
• [29:55] Series Preview: Minnesota Twins
• [37:32] Around MLB: The Colorado Rockies are worse than the White Sox, Tristan McKenzie's fall from grace, and Mike Trout's odd batting numbers