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Notes from Charlotte: Scholtens, Fisher Move To Top Of White Sox Spot-Starter List

At some point this season, the White Sox will need a spot starter.   And, for now, there are just two options: Nate Fisher and Jesse Scholtens. The elephant in the room, of course, is that the season could be a lost cause by the time the White Sox need another starter.  Let’s assume for […]

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FutureSox Roundup: White Sox prospects are knocking on the door of a promotion

On the latest FutureSox Roundup, Mike Rankin and Elijah Evans bring you highlights of top performing Chicago White Sox prospects. This week, the show discussed the status of Garrett Crochet’s rehab as the left-handed pitcher continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery. Then, Mike and Elijah explored several names who have taken

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FutureSox Podcast: Checking in on the 2022 Chicago White Sox draft class

On the latest edition of the FutureSox Podcast, Mike Rankin and James Fox provided updates on the status of several Chicago White Sox 2022 MLB Draft selections, including right-handed starter Jonathan Cannon, center fielder Jacob Burke and many more. The show also discussed the absences of shortstop Colson Montgomery and infielder Bryan Ramos. Meanwhile, the White

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Credit White Sox Rick Hahn for building roster depth in Triple-A Charlotte

Rick Hahn isn’t getting much love these days but early returns suggest he did at least one thing really well in 2023. Thanks to Hahn, the Triple-A Charlotte Knights is home to ample roster depth for his major-league squad. Triple-A baseball — at least as far as affiliates of contending major-league teams are concerned —

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FutureSox Roundup: Success abound among Advanced-A White Sox prospects

Mike Rankin and Elijah Evans debut a brand new podcast series that covers individual player performances from across the Chicago White Sox minor league affiliates. This week, the show highlights DJ Gladney, Wilfred Veras, Cristian Mena and more.  *Highlights courtesy Winston-Salem Dash and Birmingham Barons 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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White Sox reportedly sign Cuban right-handed pitcher Yosimar Cousín

José Abreu is off to the Houston Astros but that hasn’t stopped the Chicago White Sox from adding Cuban talent to their organization. The latest signing is slightly unorthodox and doesn’t fit the mold of some other recent signings. The White Sox still possess over $1.5 million in international space but that pool space will

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Josh Nelson of Sox Machine: Is it too early to look ahead to the 2024 Chicago White Sox?

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on Sox Machine editor and podcast host Josh Nelson to the show to get his perspective on the underachieving Chicago White Sox. The team faces a harsh reality following an 8-21 April. Josh provided a timeframe for the White Sox to get it right before serious decisions need to

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Do desperate times for the Chicago White Sox mean it’s time to call on some Knights?

A week ago, I questioned whether there were any players in Charlotte who could help the Chicago White Sox other than maybe a few pitchers. Since then, however, the White Sox have won just a single game and the situation has grown dire.  The season hangs on by a thread and it begs the question:

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FutureSox Podcast ft. Joe Doyle of Future Stars Series: Chicago White Sox MLB Draft philosophy

Mike Rankin and James Fox welcomed on MLB Draft expert Joe Doyle of Future Stars Series to provide perspective on the way the Chicago White Sox have built its organization through the Draft. Joe also offers an update on the top collegiate and high school players projected to slot near the White Sox’s selection at

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