Best Michael Vargas Podcasts (2024)

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Miguel Vargas struggles badly for the Chicago White Sox as Michael Kopech thrives for the LA Dodgers 28:59

8h ago28:59

28:59

The Chicago White Sox traded reliever Michael Kopech to the Los Angeles Dodgers in part of a three-team deadline deal. He has been outstanding for the Dodgers. Miguel Vargas, the centerpiece in the return the White Sox got, has been struggling badly since coming over to the Southside. Host Todd Welter discusses how Vargas' early struggles is making…

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Someone would do better as Chicago White Sox GM than Chris Getz overall, but probably not this year 30:55

2h ago30:55

30:55

It has been 365 days since Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf fired former front office leaders Kenny Williams and Rick Hahn. He foolishly promoted Chris Getz to the general manager job instead of interviewing more qualified candidates. A more qualified person would probably do better in the long run, but not this season for three reasons. Hos…

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It is probably best to not consider Grady Sizemore to be the Chicago White Sox manager next season 30:57

2h ago30:57

30:57

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports that interim manager Grady Sizemore will be considered to be the permanent manager depending on how the Chicago White Sox finish the season. That might not be the best idea. Host Todd Welter discusses that whiile Sizemore has some interesting qualities to be a good manager, there are just better candidates out th…

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318: Hilary Topper From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete 59:19

1d ago59:19

59:19

“Throughout this journey in endurance sports, the whole thing is just convincing yourself that you can do this.” Hilary Topper is an author and an athlete from Long Island. She is the author of a new book titled From Couch Potato to Endurance Athlete. In this episode, Hilary chats with Luis about running the New York Marathon, getting started runni…

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#167 - Janet Overton 46:02

2d ago46:02

46:02

“If at first you don’t succeed, try try again” It shouldn’t apply to marriages but it seems to in this weeks case. Janet was on her second, her husband Richard Overton was on his third. They were very unhappy, so unhappy rather than divorce, Richard decides that murdering her is the best option. Funnily enough, its his second attempt at killing som…

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The Fromthe108 guys discuss the atmosphere at Guaranteed Rate Field during the Chicago White Sox dark days 42:11

4h ago42:11

42:11

Chorizy-E and MySoxSummer of Fromthe108.com discuss the current state of Sox fandom at the ballpark and all the fun they have with the Chicago White Sox despite the team being so bad. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now.…

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Ozzie Guillen Jr gives insight into Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf 42:04

14h ago42:04

42:04

Chicago White Sox fans do not like owner Jerry Reinsdorf. Here are insights into who he is as a leader and a person from Ozzie Guillen Jr. who has gotten to know the owner. Also, get the story of Ozzie Guillen leaving the Sox in 1997 and his return. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, …

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Ozzie Guillen Jr. talks about growing up around the Chicago White Sox 31:44

7h ago31:44

31:44

Ozzie Guillen Jr. recounts growing up around Chicago White Sox baseball as a kid and celebrating the 2005 World Series Championship with his dad, the iconic Ozzie Guillen. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every single day. Click HERE to listen now. Part of the…

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Sports Mockery's Missy Carroll dishes on the beauty of White Sox fan content & social media world 31:22

8d ago31:22

31:22

Missy Carroll turned herself into a TikTok star by creating outstanding content surrounding the Chicago White Sox. Listen to her discuss how she turned Southside Behavior into a brand. Also, she talks with host Todd Welter about how despite how X/formerly Twitter might losing popularity, it still has a great Sox fan community. For your next listen,…

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Last Comiskey Director Matt Flesch reflects on the greatness of Old Comiskey Park 33:12

23h ago33:12

33:12

The Chicago White Sox played one of the most iconic ballparks until 1990. Old Comiskey Park had a lot of charm and Matt Flesch set out to the tell story of that park's final season which happened to be the team going from worst in 1989 to 90 wins in 90. For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sul…

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#166 - Dorángel Vargas AKA "People Eater" 45:31

9d ago45:31

45:31

A case from South America, largely forgotten with more myths than you can shake a stick at. He liked to cook, make soups, stews and even made a mean empanada. The ingredients were free but hard to come by. We all know prison food is not the best, but eating your fellow prisoners is an unusual tactic. A 17 year gap in someone’s life history that is …

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CHGO's Sean Anderson discusses the current and future state of Chicago White Sox fandom 39:08

7d ago39:08

39:08

Being a fan of the Chicago White Sox is not easy these days. Former Locked on White Sox host and current host of the CHGO White Sox podcast talks about the Southsiders every day and discusses what the current state of the fanbase is like. Host Todd Welter is on vacation but before he departed for his trip recorded a series of interviews to discuss …

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Bonus Episode: Chicago White Sox fire manager Pedro Grifol 21:34

5d ago21:34

21:34

The Chicago White Sox have fired manager Pedro Grifol after losing 22 of their past 23 games. Host Todd Welter reacts to the breaking news and discusses if GM Chris Getz is up to the task of hiring Pedro's replacement For your next listen, check out the Locked On MLB podcast. Prepare for the Fall Classic with Sully, who has it all covered every sin…

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The Chicago White Sox are back to losing after foolishly continuing to rely on bad veteran players 29:56

5d ago29:56

29:56

The Chicago White Sox blew a 2-0 lead after Davis Martin pitched a gem. A big reason for that was veteran relievers Touki Toussaint and Dominic Leone blew it in the seventh. This is the latest example of the Sox relying on veteran players who a bad when they should be playing younger players to see if they can help long-term. It also does not help …

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The heroes of the Chicago White Sox win last night + it is best to not be upset losing skid is over 31:02

6d ago31:02

31:02

The Chicago White Sox snapped their 21-game losing streak with a 5-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics last night. Jonathan Cannon and Andrew Benintendi played huge roles in securing the Sox' first victory since early July. Also, play the long game in hoping the Sox leadership has to wear having the worst record ever over the longest skid. Host To…

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317: Rachel Entrekin Knows the Race Isn’t Over Till It’s Over 1:15:48

7d ago1:15:48

1:15:48

“I tend to not perform very well when I feel like I have a lot of pressure.” Rachel Entrekin is a bad-ass trail runner. In this episode, Rachel chats with Luis about living in Los Angeles, running stories, Crazy Mountain 100, Rio Del Lago 100, Badger Mountain 100, winning Cocodona 250, having crew and pacers, she describes certain race courses and …

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SoxOn35th.com's Jordan Lazowski discusses the magnitude of the Chicago White Sox' historic losing 34:39

7d ago34:39

34:39

The Chicago White Sox are losing at a historic pace and some people might not understand the magnitude of it. SoxOn35th.com's Jordan Lazowski discusses how almost improbable it is to lose like this as you should be able to pick up a random win here and there. He talks with host Todd Welter about a new logical reason to not fire manager Pedro Grifol…

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Chicago White Sox leadership shows this 20-game losing skid is acceptable by not firing Pedro Grifol 29:23

11d ago29:23

29:23

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported that Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf, GM Chris Getz, and manager Pedro Grifol met last Thursday and decided not to fire Grifol despite the team being in the middle of a historic losing streak. Doing that is a sign that leadership thinks it is acceptable to lose this many games in a row. Host Todd Welter …

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#165 - Craig Titus & Kelly Ryan 46:35

16d ago46:35

46:35

Bodybuiling & brutality A niche sport high-profile couple that appear to outsiders have it all. Yet they are not as clean living as they portray. An employee becomes part of their inner circle and boundaries are crossed. The resulting murder caused shockwaves through the industry and even today there is controversy around the conviction for some su…

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Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz reportedly was terrible making deals at the trade deadline 29:53

11d ago29:53

29:53

There are reports out on how Chicago White Sox general manager Chris Getz did not want to deal Erick Fedde to the Minnesota Twins despite a strong counter-offer because he did not want to deal the pitcher within the division. There is another report out there on how he got fleeced by the St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Dodgers. This is a guy cl…

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More issues surround Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol and there is no sympathy for him 30:54

12d ago30:54

30:54

There are some new issues surrounding Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol. With all this losing, some are starting to feel bad for him. It is kind of hard how to react to what is happening. Host Todd Welter discusses a recent report by Pedro Grifol that further upset the clubhouse. He also talks about Pedro's statement around him thinking the te…

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Elijah Evans of Future Sox breakdowns the prospects the Chicago White Sox got at the trade deadline 43:37

13d ago43:37

43:37

The Chicago White Sox made some deals that many felt brought an underwhelming return. Elijah Evans of FutureSox and Just Baseball breaks down exactly the prospects the Sox got in their trade deadline deals. Also, now that all but one draft pick has signed, he gave a breakdown of the draft. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Stitch Fix With Stit…

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The Chicago White Sox got an underwhelming return in a huge three-team with the Cardinals & Dodgers 32:02

14d ago32:02

32:02

The Chicago White Sox traded Erick Fedde and Tommy Pham to the St. Louis Cardinals and Michael Kopech to the Los Angeles Dodgers. In return, the Sox get three prospects, all from the Dodgers. Not exactly the type of trade package for three good veteran players. Host Todd Welter goes over the prospects the Sox got and while high on quality, it would…

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Chicago White Sox reportedly want to replace manager Pedro Grifol next season with A.J. Pierzynski 32:15

15d ago32:15

32:15

USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported yesterday the Chicago White Sox are considering team legend A.J. Pierzynski to replace Pedro Grifol as the team's manager next season. Host Todd Welter makes the case for and against that idea. The White Sox have also matched their season-high and franchise record for consecutive defeats as they were swept by th…

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316: Marcos Vargas Runs the Peace and Dignity Journeys 54:14

15d ago54:14

54:14

“Running is playing a more important role in raising awareness of different issues including climate change that is taking place throughout our world.” Marcos Vargas is the Co-Chair and Regional Organizer for the Peace and Dignity Journeys - Central Coast, I am leading the organizing of communities and runners to support the Peace and Dignity Journ…

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#164 - Alice and Gerald Uden 45:03

15d ago45:03

45:03

“‘Til death us do part” is not the vow it once was. Its much easier to kill an annoying, mentally unstable spouse and dispose of the body where no one can find them. Your newest spouse is a much better match. It’s a pity about their ex-spouse. Perhaps they need the same treatment? . . . This week we discuss: Murder, Family Annihilator, Familicide S…

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Now the Chicago White Sox might not be trading Garrett Crochet, Luis Robert Jr, and Erick Fedde 29:56

18d ago29:56

29:56

Reports from the New York Post's Jon Heyman, the Athletic's Ken Rosenthal, and ESPN's Jesse Rogers outline why the Chicago White Sox might keep ace pitcher Garrett Crochet. All three are reporting Crochet's desire for a contract extension. Plus, the Seattle Mariners traded for a different slugger so that might be one less trade partner for Luis Rob…

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Chicago White Sox reach another double-digit losing skid, but that won't spark fundamental changes 29:15

20d ago29:15

29:15

Host Todd Welter discusses what really must change for the Chicago White Sox and why despite all this losing, it will not happen. Then Todd discusses the latest Garrett Crochet trade rumor and power ranks the potential trade partners for Crochet, Luis Robert Jr. and Erick Fedde. Finally, Todd wraps up the show discussing rookie Brooks Baldwin's str…

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Time to accept that the Chicago White Sox must trade All-Stars Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. 29:01

28d ago29:01

29:01

Host Todd Welter discusses while in his heart he would prefer the Sox to keep both of their star players, the team has so many holes in their lineup that they have to trade them both to fill those needs. Then Todd discusses why Yoan Moncada should never wear a White Sox uniform again. Finally, it is Wednesday so it is another Way Back Wednesday seg…

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The Chicago White Sox keep finding ways to lose games, but are they really that historically bad? 31:08

21d ago31:08

31:08

Host Todd Welter discusses how that is a result of being poorly managed by Pedro Grifol, being a bad overall, and being unlucky. The thought is with 25 blown saves, the White Sox might not be so bad. In reality, Todd discusses that they are indeed that awful. He then goes awful how the Sox reached 75 losses on the season and when other historically…

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5 things became clear after the Chicago White Sox were swept by the Kansas City Royals 30:47

30d ago30:47

30:47

Host Todd Welter discusses that the Sox must get an impact player like Bobby Witt Jr. who crushed the Sox pitching. They might have to trade Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. to get that type of player. Drew Thorpe pitched well so he gives hope that the Sox might not miss Crochet so much. There is a good chance the Sox lose 80 games before they w…

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315: Michael Salsbury is Running From Tragedy 1:44:56

22d ago1:44:56

1:44:56

“I hope people like the book. It’s happy and it’s sad. It’s extraordinarily emotional.” Michael Salsbury is a runner, a family man and the author of Running From Tragedy. In this episode, Michael chats with Luis about his runner son Sebastian, his running, Broken Arrow, why he wrote the book, what’s the book about, his personal tragic family story,…

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#163 - Ronnie Oneal AKA The Riverview Murders 35:15

23d ago35:15

35:15

The defence of “Stand Your Ground” is not uncommon. Using it against a Capital Murder charge whilst offering no evidence you were actually under attack, is a strange tactic. Screaming at the jury is unlikely to make them sympathetic. Swearing in Court and being admonished by the Judge would also be a negative mark. Add in your appearance, you becom…

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Chicago White Sox storylines to follow post-All-Star break + a roster shake-up that came too late 30:32

1M ago30:32

30:32

Host Todd Welter discusses the three main storylines to watch for is if the Sox will actually fire manager Pedro Grifol after the trade deadline, the team possibly trading both Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr., and then the starts of Drew Thorpe and Jonathan Cannon. Todd then talks about the White Sox designating Martin Maldonado and Danny Mendi…

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Southside Sox's Brett Ballantini tracks the pace the White Sox are on toward MLB's worst record ever 32:50

1M ago32:50

32:50

Listen to his conversation with host Todd Welter as they also discuss if the potential trades of Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. would make this team even less popular. They wrap up the show talking about Mike Clevinger's past domestic violence issues and why Southside Sox has taken a stand not to cover anything around him. Support Us By Suppor…

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It is hard to make a case for the Chicago White Sox to be good in 2025 + Sox MLB Draft recap 28:15

1M ago28:15

28:15

Host Todd Welter explains that the Sox might not have the revenue resources to sign the free agents needed to get them back to being competitive. If they have to stick with young players, there are growing pains to deal with. Todd then breaks down the Sox Day 2 and Day 3 draft picks. Finally, it is Way Back Wednesday and he goes over the random Sox…

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CHGO White Sox beat writer Vinnie Duber discusses the team's current awful state+trade rumors+draft 30:38

1M ago30:38

30:38

He also spoke with host Todd Welter about the trade rumors swirling around Garrett Crochet and Luis Robert Jr. Plus, he addressed the team drafting Hagen Smith. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! SupplyHouse SupplyHouse.com is the reliable way to get parts fast. Shop for your next plumbing, h-vac, or electrical job and get fast shipping from co…

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The Chicago White Sox seemed to have drafted All-Star Garrett Crochet's replacement in Hagen Smith 31:39

1M ago31:39

31:39

Host Todd Welter (still battling an inner ear infection and a nasty cold) discusses why it is more like the Sox are finally following a profile they like and have a proven track record of developing. He also gives a breakdown of what the Sox are getting in Smith. Todd then discusses if the Sox will regret passing on some bats who project to be impa…

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314: Franziska Maria Chaidez Pretsch Has a Worldview of Running 1:18:48

29d ago1:18:48

1:18:48

“If you run with the Earth then you can run forever.” Franziska Maria Chaidez Pretsch is a trail runner and life coach from Germany and currently lives in Oregon. In this episode, Franziska chats with Luis about her life journey, how she got into distance running, her love of Luna Sandals, her experience of running in the Copper Canyons, how travel…

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#162 - Richard Wade Farley AKA The ESL Plant Shooting 38:45

30d ago38:45

38:45

A man falls instantly in love with a woman who does not reciprocate. He pursues her endlessly, confident in his ability to win her round. Sounds like a RomCom? He is a stalker, over three years he torments her, telephone calls, letters, unwanted gifts. He claims he intended to shoot himself in front of her if she refused him one last time. He faile…

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Elijah Evans of Just Baseball previews prospects the Chicago White Sox might acquire at the trade deadline 36:48

1M ago36:48

36:48

Elijah Evans talks with host Todd Welter about the teams that match up well for the return the Sox need to get for Crochet and Robert Jr. Plus he goes over who the Sox could get for players like Erick Fedde, Tommy Pham, and Michael Kopech. If you want an idea of the players contenders can send back, listen to this episode. Support Us By Supporting …

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James Fox from FutureSox' previews the Chicago White Sox upcoming pivotal MLB Draft 30:04

1M ago30:04

30:04

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FutureSox's Ian Eskridge breakdowns the Chicago White Sox farm system ahead of the MLB Draft 29:55

1M ago29:55

29:55

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No easy fixes for the Chicago White Sox bullpen issues + wasted chance to finally beat the Twins 27:01

1M ago27:01

27:01

Host Todd Welter discusses the lack of options the White Sox have to help the bullpen and how this is a reason to be concerned with GM Chris Getz. He then discusses how the Sox wasted a chance to snap a losing streak to their division rival, the Minnesota Twins. Finally, Todd has some guests lined up for the rest of the week, so he has to bump Wayb…

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Time for the Chicago White Sox to dump Michael Kopech + why the Sox were not better than the Marlins 29:57

1M ago29:57

29:57

Host Todd Welter (battling a cold) discusses why the Sox must cut ties with Kopech. He also discusses how it sort of looked like the Sox were better than the Marlins but why that was mirage. Finally, it is Monday, so Todd gives an update on the team's farm system. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Tax Network USA Reduce your tax debt and get h…

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313: John Waters is Running for Mental Health 1:12:58

1M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

“I can’t think of any scenario where I’ve witnessed such like a close-knit community that was accepting of new people.” John Waters is runner and works in software. In this episode, John chats with Luis about moving to San Diego, his experience in the Copper Canyons, his experience at Born to Run, playing music in front of people, his prep for Lead…

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#161 - Jonathan Foster / Mona Nelson 41:23

1M ago41:23

41:23

A brutal murder of a child at Christmas is every parent’s nightmare. Why would someone kill a child they had never met before? Did detectives actually find a potential serial killer or was that statement to hide some questionable tactics? . . . This week we discuss: Murder, serial killer, forensics Sources: https://murderpedia.org/female.N/n/nelson…

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Sad watching former Chicago White Sox All-Star Tim Anderson's game decline + not missing Jake Burger 28:05

2M ago28:05

28:05

Host Todd Welter explains why some in the Sox fan community have no grace for Anderson falling on hard times. He also talks about why Burger would not help the Sox much this season. Finally, he goes over the keys/what to watch for in this weekend series against the Marlins. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Tax Network USA Reduce your tax debt…

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Chicago White Sox pitcher Erick Fedde could be an All-Star snub and Luis Robert Jr attitude issues 29:56

2M ago29:56

29:56

Host Todd Welter discusses how Fedde might not get voted to the All-Star Game by his peers. He then talks about how all this losing might be wearing on Robert Jr. Finally, since there was no Way Back Wednesday, Todd does a Throwback Thursday and discusses why you should hope the Sox have a draft and make trades like they did in 1987 through 1990 in…

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Getting a national perspective on the Chicago White Sox trade rumors with FanSided's Adam Weinrib 33:39

2M ago33:39

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