Author name: Mike Rankin

FutureSox Roundup: Chicago White Sox standout pitchers in Double-A and Triple-A

Mike Rankin and Elijah Evans discussed the standout Chicago White Sox prospects who pitched in Double-A Birmingham and Triple-A Charlotte. Names include: Nick Nastrini, Cristian Mena and more.  Consider supporting FutureSox on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FutureSox Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2MHOBJsncp3DjHbcjXZL Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/futuresox-podcast/id850054474 Podbay — https://podbay.fm/p/futuresox-podcast

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FutureSox Podcast: Chris Getz adds three members to the Chicago White Sox front office

Mike Rankin and James Fox discussed the new Chicago White Sox front office hires, which include Josh Barfield (Assistant General Manager), Brian Bannister (Senior Advisor to Pitching) and Gene Watson (Director of Player Personnel). The show later detailed the eight White Sox prospects who will participate in the Arizona Fall League. Consider supporting FutureSox on

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Chicago White Sox send 8 players to the 2023 Arizona Fall League

The Arizona Fall League takes place at the end of Major League Baseball’s regular season and Minor League Baseball’s Triple-A season. Operated by MLB, the AFL plays host to the game’s notable prospects who are close to Major League ready and/or are in need of more live reps prior to their respective season’s conclusion. The

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FutureSox Roundup: Standout 2023 Chicago White Sox prospects who participated in Single-A

Mike Rankin and Elijah Evans discussed a list of Chicago White Sox prospects who had success in 2023 at the Single-A level. Players such as Aldrin Batista, Shane Murphy, Michael Turner, Tyler Schweitzer and more were highlighted. The show also briefly touched on the new front office hires made by general manager Chris Getz, as

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FutureSox Podcast: How will the Chicago White Sox operate differently under Chris Getz?

Mike Rankin and James Fox make their debut on the Broadcast Basement Network by brainstorming what to expect from general manager Chris Getz as the 2023 season mercifully nears its conclusion. The show also highlighted standout performances from top White Sox prospects as they look ahead to the Arizona Fall League.  Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/3n2MHOBJsncp3DjHbcjXZL Apple — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/futuresox-podcast/id850054474

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FutureSox returns as independent following split with Sox Machine

After an 18 month partnership beginning in April of 2022, FutureSox.com and SoxMachine.com have returned to their respective independent statuses held prior to the merge. FutureSox was created in 2003 by Jason Gage, who remains the owner of the website. Mike Rankin will continue his role as Managing Editor, while James Fox maintains his position

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FutureSox Podcast: Kenny Williams and Rick Hahn are out, so does that mean Chris Getz is in?

Mike Rankin and James Fox reacted to the news of former executive vice president Kenny Williams and general manager Rick Hahn’s dismissal at the Chicago White Sox. The show touched on all the rumors surrounding what could be next, including speculation of assistant general manager Chris Getz’s candidacy related to the vacated front office role.

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Jack McMullen of the Pittsburgh Pirates & Just Baseball: Eyeing the 2024-’25 Chicago White Sox

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed Indianapolis Indians broadcaster and Just Baseball editor Jack McMullen to the show to discuss the future of the Chicago White Sox. Jack offered his thoughts on the prospects acquired ahead of this year’s deadline and detailed his thoughts on the Sox’ decision to trade Jake Burger. Purchase tickets to

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