Chicago White Sox 2025 First Half Review

Josh Nelson joins 670 the Score's Mully & Haugh to talk about the MLB readiness of Colson Montgomery

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal.Rundown[Intro] Josh took a weekend off from watching the Chicago White Sox. Luckily he has Jim and James that can help him catch up with what he missed over the weekend. Which includes Mike Vasil possibly being Batman, Kyle Teel's big moment, Jonathan Cannon returning, Luis Robert Jr. going on the IL, and Ryan Noda playing right field for some reason. [18:48] Colson Montgomery had a great five-game series against Toledo which has helped his overall season numbers, but is it enough to merit a call up? [35:25] Series Preview: Los Angeles Dodgers:[44:27] Around MLB: Why the Chicago Cubs should be the most active buyers, the Minnesota Twins extending Rocco Baldelli, and the Colorado Rockies are playing better baseball

This episode is presented by Ankin Law. Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox finish the first half with a 26-55 record. General manager Chris Getz shares his impressions on the first 81 games, how he is liking the early return from Garrett Crochet trade, why he thinks they will be active this trade deadline, and trying to stick to the long-term plan.[10:22] Last year, the White Sox barely had a better first half record than the second half. Will that trend continue in 2025?[21:21] First Half Grade: White Sox Offense[37:03] First Half Grade: White Sox Pitching[50:50] First half impressions for Will Venable[63:31] First half impressions for White Sox front office[74:30] Series Preview: San Francisco Giants

This episode is presented by Ankin Law. Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox won two out of three games against the Toronto Blue Jays thanks to a clutch hit by Miguel Vargas on Sunday. Is he the most trustworthy White Sox bat in high leverage situations? [14:21] Grant Taylor had the honor of starting the series and closing it. If Taylor is destined to be the White Sox closer, should he just have that role now? [22:01] With how well Adrian Houser has pitched for the White Sox, and the Blue Jays have a need, should Toronto just kept Houser in Canada after the weekend?[27:21] The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal wrote about the White Sox open to eating some of the money owed to Luis Robert Jr. and Andrew Benintendi in order to move them. Who is most likely to get dealt? [34:17] Creating the White Sox Trade Board[42:59] Series Preview: Arizona Diamondbacks. Are they still the model that Chris Getz wants to build the offense like? [52:56] Around MLB: Who would you vote for the AL MVP? Fallout between San Diego and Los Angeles, and how are the LA Angels playing this well?

This episode is presented by Ankin Law - Injury Law Made Personal. Rundown[Intro] Andrew Benintendi and Will Venable speak about trying to flush away the bad during an eight game losing streak[3:35] Will the younger White Sox players begin to press trying to snap the losing skid?[16:37] The White Sox are 4-20 in one-run games. Is there anything that Will Venable is doing to contribute to those struggles? Is there anything he can do to help matters? Or is he like everyone else waiting for better talent?[21:32] Why is Vinny Capra a thing?[35:09] Should the White Sox always have an Opener for Sean Burke?[37:37] Remembering a guy: Mike Caruso[40:48] Series Preview: Toronto Blue Jays[48:08] Checking in on Andrew Vaughn and Noah Schultz's first AAA start[56:05] College World Series final preview and why Arkansas went full White Sox in their loss to LSU

This episode is presented by Ankin Law. Rundown[Intro] The Chicago White Sox pull off a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers as Aaron Civale joins the starting rotation but it costs Andrew Vaughn. White Sox GM Chris Getz shares his reasoning and thought process making the trade. [13:15] Jim Margalus joins the show to discuss the reaction to Andrew Vaughn being dealt to Milwaukee and what his lasting legacy is with the White Sox[22:19] White Sox get swept by the Texas Rangers, and Saturday had a crazy finish in which a pitcher had to bat for themselves.[30:19] The White Sox are not averaging three runs a game on the road. So why are they struggling to hit away from Rate Field?[35:45] Series Preview: St. Louis Cardinals featuring the return of Erick Fedde[44:18] Around MLB: Rafael Devers traded to San Francisco, and does Detroit have a handle on the AL Central?

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox lose another series, but they played the Houston Astros tough and a few performances spark hope. Miguel Vargas had a monster game on Thursday that demonstrated some nights he's the best position player.[5:52] Who do the White Sox want batting with runners in scoring position? While Vargas has a monster OPS, Edgar Quero seems to have a knack in finding holes in the defense to help drive in runs. [15:36] Shane Smith in back-to-back starts helped the White Sox beat two of the American League's best in Detroit and Houston. He might not be an "Ace" yet, but the White Sox have found themselves a front line starter[26:16] Hello, Grant Taylor. The flamethrower makes his MLB debut and why it's OK to keep him in the bullpen[39:24] Series Preview: Texas Rangers. Why Texas reminds me of Buc-ee's, and can the White Sox keep it close against one of the best starting pitching staffs in baseball?[52:47] The College World Series starts this weekend, and if there's one game to watch, it's LSU vs. Arkansas on Saturday night. 

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox finish 4-3 against Detroit and Kansas City in large thanks to the rookies performance. [7:41] The story of how Tyler Alexander called for a ride in Milwaukee to Chicago, arrive to the game late, and then make his White Sox debut the next inning.[12:33] Josh was very skeptical of Chase Meidroth playing shortstop. But after watching more of Meidroth at shortstop, and paired with Baseball Savant loving his range at the position, Josh's mind has changed. So much that does it make sense for the White Sox to start trying Colson Montgomery at other positions? [31:30] Will Mike Vasil get another start?[33:38] Is it time for the White Sox to cut Bryse Wilson?[37:22] After Kyle Teel, who is the next White Sox prospect to make their MLB debut this season?[44:20] Series Preview: Houston Astros[55:38] Around MLB: Who we are buying and selling

Rundown[Intro] Prior to Thursday's game against the Detroit Tigers, the Chicago White Sox announced that Jerry Reinsdorf and Justin Ishbia have agreed to a transition of power. With Ishbia now providing funds to the White Sox cause will this help increase payroll in the near future?[17:45] Detroit Tigers series recap as the White Sox fight tough for a series split[23:16] Have the White Sox found their ideal 1-2 leading the lineup with Mike Tauchman and Chase Meidroth?[26:23] How much run will Tim Elko get in his second callup?[29:49] What are the White Sox starting pitching plans with Jonathan Cannon now on the IL?[32:28] Will Venable speaks about Luis Robert's mental reset, which was followed up getting hurt in the batting cages[35:34] Many go to Reddit for answers in "How to do" topics. Recently on White Sox subreddit, Nick Bledsoe posted a Player Development Plan for Andrew Vaughn to help get him back on track.[46:24] Series Preview: Kansas City Royals, featuring the MLB debut of Kyle Teel and Jac Caglianone's first visit to Chicago

Rundown[Intro] Chicago White Sox are swept in Baltimore as one of the few highlights was the benches emptying thanks to Coby Mayo shoving Lenyn Sosa[7:12] The White Sox are on pace to only win 49 games in 2025. Is enough progress being made this season to generate more confidence that a turnaround is coming?[14:51] Mike Tauchman was one of the few White Sox hitters who had a good series against Baltimore. Is he trade bait?[18:43] What to do about Luis Robert Jr. if he doesn't improve his hitting?[32:50] Series Preview: Detroit Tigers. Are they the team to beat in the American League over the New York Yankees?[46:38] Around MLB: Why division leaders on June 1 should be happy and have the MLB home run leaders already hit more dingers than any White Sox player this season