Best Frank Getz Podcasts (2024)

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MLB draft preview with MLB.com’s Jim Callis 37:45

23h ago37:45

37:45

With the MLB draft starting on July 14, Jim Callis is back on the podcast to discuss who the White Sox might select with the 5th overall pick. Will it come down to West Virginia infielder J.J. Wetherholt and 5-tool high schooler Konnor Griffin? Could Florida first baseman Jac Caglianone fall to the White Sox? Should they take Arkansas lefty Hagen S…

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Should the White Sox trade Garrett Crochet? What will it take to extend him? 54:31

8d ago54:31

54:31

With 15 teams reportedly expressing interest in acquiring Garrett Crochet from the White Sox, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss the two roads the White Sox can take: trading Crochet for a huge return package or extending him for the future. Will Crochet’s stock ever be higher than it is right now? What would be a fair offer from the White Sox…

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Inside the Birmingham Barons pitching staff with pitching coach John Ely 21:49

13d ago21:49

21:49

Chuck Garfien gets the inside scoop about the Birmingham Barons pitching staff with their pitching coach John Ely. He explains why he thinks Mason Adams could succeed in the majors right now, how Ky Bush has transformed himself as a pitcher this season, and why he thinks the White Sox got a steal in acquiring catcher Edgar Quero from the Angels. Pl…

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Edgar Quero: "We're going to be a really good team in the big leagues" 18:37

17d ago18:37

18:37

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox prospect Edgar Quero about his Birmingham Barons who won the first half title in the Southern League on Sunday. He talks about catching top pitching prospects Noah Schultz, Mason Adam and Ky Bush. They discuss his journey from Cuba to the United States, how he learned English on his own, if he thinks he's ready f…

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Chris Getz is open for business 58:07

20d ago58:07

58:07

After speaking with the media this week, White Sox GM Chris Getz made it clear that the White Sox are ready to make trades and willing to deal anyone on the roster. Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey react to Getz's comments about possibly trading Luis Robert Jr. and Garrett Crochet, when the White Sox will be competitive again, and the job status of …

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Which White Sox players are getting traded and when with USA Today’s Bob Nightengale 28:20

27d ago28:20

28:20

The White Sox are expected to be active in the trade market this summer. Who is the most likely to get dealt? Chuck Garfien speaks with USA Today baseball columnist Bob Nightengale about the White Sox trade pieces. What are the chances Luis Robert Jr. and Garrett Crochet get traded before the deadline? Who else could be on the move? When will the t…

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Should the White Sox trade Luis Robert Jr. and/or Garrett Crochet? 1:04:44

29d ago1:04:44

1:04:44

With the White Sox reportedly listening to offers for everyone on their roster, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss whether they should trade Luis Robert Jr and/or Garrett Crochet. Would it be best to build around them or is now the time to deal them? And what kind of packages could they get in return? Plus, they discuss the end of Sunday’s los…

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Garrett Crochet on trade talks, his breakout season and more 11:21

1M ago11:21

11:21

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet about his transition from reliever to starter, his name being involved in trade talks with the San Diego Padres, having a big season while the team is struggling, what it would mean to make the All-Star team and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy N…

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Ozzie Guillen and Frank Thomas on analytics, Pedro Grifol, Tommy Pham and more 31:11

1M ago31:11

31:11

Chuck Garfien, Ozzie Guillen, and Frank Thomas answer fan questions on the post-game show, which include baseball analytics and Pedro Grifol's future. They also react to Tommy Pham's explosive comments after his home plate collision with the Brewers' William Contreras. Chuck wraps up the podcast by putting this season into perspective. See Privacy …

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Nicky Lopez on White Sox struggles, his charity softball event and more 13:24

1M ago13:24

13:24

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox second baseman Nicky Lopez about his homecoming season with the White Sox, why it hasn't gone according to plan, and why the White Sox offense continues to struggle. They also talk about his upcoming 16-inch softball charity event and why the sport means so much to him and his family. See Privacy Policy at https:…

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Jason Benetti and Bill Walton 45:02

1M ago45:02

45:02

With the passing of NBA legend Bill Walton, we’re bringing back a special podcast from 2020 when Jason Benetti spoke with Walton for a COVID-19 benefit show. The eccentric NBA Hall of Famer provides wisdom, life advice and humor in a wide-ranging conversation about Michael Jordan, John Wooden, the Grateful Dead and the experience of calling a White…

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Inside the White Sox minor league system with Director of Player Development Paul Janish 49:41

2M ago49:41

49:41

Chuck Garfien speaks with Paul Janish for an in-depth conversation about the White Sox minor league system. Janish discusses his role with the team and the plan for developing players. They talk about Colson Montgomery, Bryan Ramos, Noah Schultz, Drew Thorpe, Edgar Quero and many others. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi…

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White Sox might have elite starting pitching for the future — but what about the offense?!?! 46:43

2M ago46:43

46:43

Trading Dylan Cease, Lance Lynn, Lucas Giolito, Reynaldo Lopez, etc., stocked the White Sox farm system with many exciting pitchers. But with the White Sox offense ranking last in the majors in runs by a wide margin, how will the offense be fixed—both now and in the future? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about the wave of pitchers that are co…

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Building a winning White Sox team with World Series hero Scott Podsednik 24:52

2M ago24:52

24:52

As a key member of the 2005 World Champion White Sox, Scott Podsednik knows what it takes for a team to become a winner. How do the White Sox get there? Chuck Garfien speaks with Podsednik about why the White Sox were able to take home a championship in 2005 and what needs to happen going forward for the White Sox to become winners again. See Priva…

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Bryan Ramos living out his major league dream 21:08

2M ago21:08

21:08

Chuck Garfien has two conversations with White Sox rookie Bryan Ramos. The first came during spring training when Bryan was dreaming about making it to the major leagues. The second chat is here in Chicago with Bryan talking about his first week as a member of the White Sox. He explains why he made it a priority to learn English, why being a team p…

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Scott Podsednik's advice for White Sox prospects hoping for a successful major league career 29:53

2M ago29:53

29:53

With Bryan Ramos called up from Double-A and several other prospects knocking on the door, Chuck Garfien speaks with 2005 World Series hero Scott Podsednik about his long, up and down journey in the minor leagues, what it takes to reach the majors, and once you get there, what needs to happen for a successful major league career. See Privacy Policy…

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Everything you want to know about the first place Birmingham Barons with manager Sergio Santos 23:53

2M ago23:53

23:53

A team filled with many of the White Sox top prospects, the Birmingham Barons have the best record in the Southern League at 19-7. Chuck Garfien speaks with manager Sergio Santos about what's being built in Birmingham and why they're having so much success. They talk about pitchers Drew Thorpe, Jairo Iriarte, Ky Bush and Mason Adams, plus hitters E…

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Remembering Comiskey Park with "Last Comiskey" author Ken Smoller 44:20

2M ago44:20

44:20

With the White Sox looking to build a new ballpark in the South Loop for the future, Chuck Garfien goes back to the past, speaking with author Ken Smoller about Comiskey Park and why it holds such a special meaning for White Sox fans all these years later. Smoller has written a companion piece to the popular 2023 documentary "Last Comiskey" with ne…

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Gavin Sheets on fan support and the hopes of turning their season around 10:13

2M ago10:13

10:13

Chuck Garfien speaks with Gavin Sheets about their rough start to the season and how White Sox fans helped give the team a boost in sweeping the Rays last weekend. Gavin talks about the advice he received from his dad, Larry Sheets, who played for the 1988 Baltimore Orioles, a team that started the season 0-21. Plus, how the mindset has changed fro…

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Looking for hope in Drew Thorpe and the Birmingham Barons 19:11

3M ago19:11

19:11

With the White Sox off to their worst start in franchise history, Chuck Garfien is looking for hope wherever he can find it. The Birmingham Barons have come to the rescue. He speaks with Barons pitcher Drew Thorpe who the White Sox acquired in the Dylan Cease trade and has a 0.75 ERA in 4 starts. Chuck also talks about some of Thorpe's teammates wh…

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Will this be the worst White Sox season ever? 49:26

3M ago49:26

49:26

With the White Sox off to their worst start in franchise history, is this team headed towards their worst season ever? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey discuss all that is going wrong with the White Sox, what it will take for them to avoid a franchise record of futility in 2024 and where this season compares to the worst teams in baseball history. S…

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Inside Nick Nastrini's major league debut 17:23

3M ago17:23

17:23

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox pitcher Nick Nastrini about his first major league start, the journey it took for him to reach the majors, his visit to the ER a few weeks ago, how he found out he was being called up from Triple-A, striking out Bobby Witt Jr. in his first two at-bats, getting to share the experience with his family and more. See…

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Worst start to a season in White Sox franchise history?? You gotta be bleepin' me!! 46:02

3M ago46:02

46:02

In 124 years of baseball, the White Sox never started a season like this. What's going on? How bad will this season get? Is there reason for hope?! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about all that has gone wrong for the White Sox and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#…

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Ask Us Anything with Chuck and Ozzie 27:42

3M ago27:42

27:42

On the night that Yoan Moncada went down with a strained abductor muscle running to first base, Chuck Garfien and Ozzie Guillen react to the news on the post-game show. Then, they answer questions from White Sox fans about the team's rough start to the season, who's to blame for their struggles, why they keep getting injured, who needs to step up o…

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Where is this White Sox season headed? 36:02

3M ago36:02

36:02

A brutal start to the season has Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey wondering where it’s all going. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Inside the pitching changes that saved Erick Fedde's career 15:02

3M ago15:02

15:02

Erick Fedde gives Chuck Garfien the inside story about the changes he made to become MVP of the KBO League last season in Korea and how his new pitch mix is making him a better pitcher with the White Sox. Fedde talks about how he grips his new sweeper and changeup, why the Tigers Mark Canha was so surprised by one of the pitches Fedde threw him in …

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The good, bad and really ugly start to the White Sox season 45:39

3M ago45:39

45:39

The White Sox are 0-4. They’ve only scored 8 runs. Eloy Jimenez is already hurt again. What’s going on?! Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey talk about the White Sox rough start. Plus, Garrett Crochet’s sizzling debut, the return of Mike Clevinger and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c…

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White Sox season preview: Live from Guaranteed Rate Field 25:50

3M ago25:50

25:50

On a special edition of the White Sox Talk Podcast, Chuck Garfien and Gordon Beckham are live from Guaranteed Rate Field to get you ready for opening day. Chuck and Gordon are also be joined by White Sox pitcher Michael Soroka See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i…

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White Sox season predictions for 2024 1:09:51

4M ago1:09:51

1:09:51

Coming off a disastrous 101-loss season, how will the White Sox respond in 2024? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey take out their crystal baseballs and make their predictions for the season ahead. They discuss Andrew Benintendi, Yoan Moncada, Luis Robert, Eloy Jimenez, Garrett Crochet, etc. Plus, where the White Sox will rank on defense and walks, if…

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How Chris Getz has fixed the White Sox clubhouse 42:21

4M ago42:21

42:21

Chuck Garfien takes an inside look at how new White Sox GM Chris Getz has gone about fixing the clubhouse after last season's team broke into pieces on the way to a 101-loss season. Chuck speaks with outfielder Brett Phillips who was a World Series hero with the Tampa Bay Rays in 2020. He gives Sox fans a peek behind the curtain as to what's been h…

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Spring training shocker! Garrett Crochet named Opening Day starter 20:30

4M ago20:30

20:30

Nobody saw this coming. After pitching only 25 innings in the majors and minors last season, Garrett Crochet didn't just make the White Sox rotation, he's been named the Opening Day starter. On the podcast, Crochet gives his reaction to the surprising news and explains why he feels better suited to be a starter than reliever right now. Plus, Pedro …

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George Wolkow's BIG dreams with the White Sox 34:54

4M ago34:54

34:54

White Sox prospect George Wolkow just turned 18 years old and should be a senior at Downers Grove North High School. But instead, the 6-foot-7 outfielder drafted in the 7th round last year is in camp with the White Sox starting his professional career. Chuck Garfien speaks with George about growing up a White Sox fan, being in the spotlight at such…

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Inside the Dylan Cease trade/Michael Kopech going to the bullpen 27:02

4M ago27:02

27:02

After months of rumors, what had to happen for Chris Getz to finally trade Dylan Cease? Chuck Garfien covers that and more from Arizona. You'll hear from Getz on why Cease was traded to the Padres. Ethan Katz talks about how many pitchers are competing for the starting rotation, saying good-bye to Cease and what he likes about all of the new arms i…

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🚨White Sox trade Dylan Cease to the Padres 🚨 58:22

4M ago58:22

58:22

On this emergency edition of the White Sox Talk Podcast, Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey react to the trade. They’re joined by MLB Pipeline senior writer Jim Callis for his take on the trade. What does he think about who the White Sox got in return? Who’s going to be in the starting rotation? What is the 2024 season going to look like?? A lot to di…

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Colson Montgomery's quest to make it to the major leagues 22:27

4M ago22:27

22:27

Chuck Garfien speaks with White Sox No. 1 prospect Colson Montgomery about his hopes of making it the majors, his mindset at the plate during spring training, what he'll say to his doppelganger Corey Seager when he finally meets him, and why Sox fans should be excited about No. 2 prospect Noah Schultz. Then, Chuck speaks with Nicky Delmonico, Montg…

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How Grady Sizemore went from a $15-an-hour intern to White Sox coach 17:44

4M ago17:44

17:44

Chuck Garfien speaks with former Cleveland Indians All-Star Grady Sizemore who became a White Sox coach this offseason after working as an intern with the Arizona Diamondbacks last year. They talk about Sizemore's playing career, how he's helping the White Sox as a hybrid coach all over the diamond and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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Kevin Pillar believes the "us vs. the world" White Sox can win the division 21:53

4M ago21:53

21:53

New White Sox outfielder Kevin Pillar speaks quite candidly with Chuck Garfien at spring training on just about everything. He explains why he had reservations about signing with the White Sox, and how Chris Getz and Pedro Grifol changed his mind. And now, he believes that the White Sox can win the division. It's a must-listen interview with the 11…

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Interview with Nick Nastrini and Jordan Leasure/Yoan Moncada batting second 36:35

4M ago36:35

36:35

Chuck Garfien sits down with Nick Nastrini and Jordan Leasure, who were both traded to the White Sox in the Lance Lynn/Joe Kelly trade. They talk about what it was like getting traded together. Plus, who do they think will be the first to reach the majors? Does Nastrini think Leasure is the White Sox closer of the future? Then Chuck talks about Ped…

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Max Stassi’s return to baseball and the son he calls “The strongest person I know” 25:11

4M ago25:11

25:11

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox catcher Max Stassi about the life-altering experience last season when his son Jackson was born 3.5 months premature, and spent 198 days in a Chicago hospital. Max talks about his hopes and dreams for Jackson, and meeting Chuck’s cousin who happens to be a NICU doctor at Lurie’s Children’s Hospital. Plus, how…

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The Chris Kamka Appreciation Podcast! 42:27

4M ago42:27

42:27

We're saying farewell to one of the best in the business. Chris Kamka broke the mold when it comes to baseball statistics. He's appeared on the podcast since the very beginning in 2016. He's leaving NBC Sports Chicago for the Marquee Network. Chuck and Guff speak with Chris about their time together at NBC and CSN, their shared histories with the W…

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Nicky Lopez on clubhouse culture, accountability and his favorite White Sox players of all-time 22:50

5M ago22:50

22:50

Chuck Garfien speaks with Nicky Lopez about the excitement of playing for the White Sox, the team he idolized growing up in Naperville. Plus, what the players are doing in spring training to change the culture in the clubhouse and why it's so important for the success of a team. Nicky explains why every team needs a Kevin Pillar, how Pedro Grifol w…

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Ask Dylan Cease Anything: Part 2! 35:16

5M ago35:16

35:16

Dylan Cease is back on the podcast, answering more questions from White Sox fans. Here in Part 2, why has he had so much success against the Tigers in his career? Who's his favorite White Sox teammate? Would he really answer that?? Will he be pitching for the White Sox in the proposed new ballpark? How much money does he want in his next contract? …

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Ask Dylan Cease Anything: Part 1! 40:53

5M ago40:53

40:53

Dylan Cease wanted to come on the podcast with Chuck to answer questions from White Sox fans. He received so many questions, we're taping two podcasts! In Part 1, Dylan is asked about trade rumors, his agent Scott Boras, disc golf, his facial hair, his favorite piece at the Art Institute and more. There's also a mystery question from a Hall of Fame…

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Michael Kopech trying to put it all together in 2024 22:56

5M ago22:56

22:56

Chuck Garfien sits down with White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech to talk about what he’s learning as a pitcher, struggling to meet expectations, why he has a chip on his shoulder coming into the season, plus another cameo appearance by Dylan Cease. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva…

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Chris Getz on Dylan Cease, future spending, building a team and more 28:04

5M ago28:04

28:04

Chuck Garfien sits down with GM Chris Getz to talk about the roster he’s put together, why they didn’t spend more money in the offseason and if that will change next year, how close he’s been to trading Dylan Cease and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf…

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Martin Maldonado bringing a winning attitude to the White Sox 18:43

5M ago18:43

18:43

Chuck Garfien speaks with new White Sox catcher Martin Maldonado about why he signed with the White Sox, how he gets the most out of his pitchers, his instincts as a catcher, the Zoom call he held with pitchers before spring training, the one word that will go a long way towards turning things around for the White Sox and more. See Privacy Policy a…

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Why Garrett Crochet believes he can be a starter in 2024 20:47

5M ago20:47

20:47

Chuck Garfien speaks with Garrett Crochet about his goal to be a starter this season. How will he do it? How many innings can he throw? What did he say that convinced Chris Getz to give him the green light despite throwing only 12 major league innings the last two seasons? Plus, Dylan Cease crashes the podcast and asks Crochet a question of his own…

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Dylan Cease on trade rumors, his White Sox future and more 22:16

5M ago22:16

22:16

Chuck Garfien sits down with Dylan Cease at White Sox spring training to talk about the trade rumors that followed him all offseason. Did he think he'd be dealt this winter? Does he believe a trade is inevitable? Plus, why he thinks the White Sox could be a surprise team in 2024, his struggles on the mound in 2023, his new shaggy beard and his idea…

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Burning questions from White Sox fans: Spring Training edition! 1:03:12

5M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

With spring training about to begin, we opened up the podcast to White Sox fans. What's on your mind? Chuck Garfien and Ryan McGuffey answer questions about Dylan Cease (16:35), Colson Montgomery (22:52), Yoan Moncada (40:18), Tim Anderson (47:30) and Pedro Grifol (50:47). Plus, realistic expectations for this season (4:25), the pitchers in the sta…

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Inside the White Sox farm system with MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis 48:58

5M ago48:58

48:58

How did the White Sox do in the trades for Dominic Fletcher, Prelander Berroa and Zach DeLoach (7:36)? Is Bryan Ramos the White Sox future third baseman (21:04)? Is it wrong to compare Noah Schultz to Randy Johnson (18:20)? Chuck Garfien speaks with prospect expert Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to get his insights on the White Sox farm system that has…

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